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Middle School & High School Handbook

MERRITT ACADEMY
59900 Havenridge New Haven, MI 48048

Phone 586-749-6000
Fax 586-749-8582
www.merritt-academy.org
www.merrittathletics.com

WELCOME to the Home of the Mustangs!

Welcome to Merritt Academy! Our staff is looking forward to providing your child with every educational opportunity for maximum growth in the academic and social-emotional areas. Our goal is to provide meaningful instruction, positive for you and your child.

Merritt Academy Mission Statement
The mission of Merritt Academy is to instill in its students academic excellence, character development, a love for lifelong learning and service to others.

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Academy School Hours
Grades K-5 7:45 AM – 3:15 PM
Grades 6-12 7:45 AM – 3:15 PM
Academy School Office Hours Mon-Fri 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Merritt Academy Founder John Romine
Merritt Academy Board of Directors Karen Bochatyn, President Amy White-Jones, Vice President Shayne Raulston, Treasurer Karen Boska, Secretary Lisa Bonett, Board Member

Administration Nathan Seiferlein, Principal This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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Adrienne Grabinski, Special Education This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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Amy Schluckbier, 9-12 Office Manager Rosie Scianimanico, K-8 Office Manager This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Educational Service Provider Public School Academy Authorizer The Romine Group Saginaw Valley State University 7877 Stead Charter Schools Office Suite 100 7400 Bay Road Utica, MI 48317 University Center, MI 48710 www.therominegroup.com www.svsu.edu

September 8, 2015 First Day of School 7:45-3:15
September 25, 2015 Homecoming Game 5:00 P.M.
October 15-16, 2015 Conferences (Progress Reports Handed out) 3:30-6:30 P.M.
November 25-29, 2015 Thanksgiving Break NO SCHOOL
December 10, 2015 Reports cards mailed home
December 23-January 3 Christmas Break NO SCHOOL
January 28-29, 2016 Conferences (Progress Reports Handed out) 3:30-6:30 P.M.
February 5 & 8, 2016 Mid-Winter Break NO SCHOOL
March 17, 2016 Report cards mailed home
March 25, 2016 Good Friday NO SCHOOL
April 2-10, 2016 Spring Break NO SCHOOL
April 29, 2016 Progress Reports (Sent home)
May 30. 2016 Memorial Day NO SCHOOL
June 2, 2016 Academic Night 6:00 P.M.
June 3, 2016 Graduation 6:00 P.M.
June 14, 2016 Last Day 7:45-3:15

The regular school day begins at 7:45 and ends at 3:15. Breakfast will be served in the cafeteria from 7:20am7:40am. Students will be permitted in the school for breakfast at 7:20 and are to report directly to the cafeteria if they want to participate. Breakfast is a pre-order system and families qualify for free/reduced status according to the same guidelines followed for lunch. BREAKFAST IS OVER AT 7:40.

Regular Daily Schedule (6-12 Grade)

Each student will have a minimum of twenty minutes to complete his or her lunch. There are 4 lunch periods for grades k-12:
K-2 Lunch: 11:20-11:50am
HS Lunch: 12:00-12:20pm
MS Lunch: 12:21-12:43pm
3-5 Lunch: 12:50-1:10pm

ADMISSION INTO ACADEMY

During the school year, parents wishing to enroll their child into Merritt are required to complete an application and provide all necessary documentation including proof of Michigan residency. If space is available the parent will receive an acceptance letter for their child. If space is not available, the child will be placed on the waiting list and called in the order they signed in (based on date and time of submitted application).

During public enrollment for the proceeding school year, parents must also complete the application and provide all necessary documentation including proof of Michigan residency. However, if space is not available, children will be admitted on the basis of the lottery system according to the Board of Directors policy. Before open enrollment there will be a designated reenrollment form. All parents will be required to complete a form to reserve their child’s placement for the following school year.

7:30 Doors Open 7:35 Students may go to lockers 7:45 Bell rings for class to begin 7:45-3:15 Student proceeds through school day

PARENT INVOLVEMENT AND COMMITMENT

By enrolling your child at Merritt Academy, you have chosen to participate in a unique educational experience that actively involves both you and your child. We ask that you demonstrate your commitment to Merritt Academy by Ensuring your child will attend school on a regular basis. He/she should attend school unless he/she is unable to function at school due to illness. We also ask that you schedule vacation in conjunction with school breaks and holidays. Ensuring your child will be on time to school each day. Being on time is critical to minimizing interruptions to instruction and learning time for all children in a class. One child being 5 minutes late each day means a loss of two full school days in a school year for the entire class. Consider the loss over time when there are multiple tardies. Respect the need to have your child at school on time. Provide your child with the necessary materials and time to complete assignments requiring library references, computer access and other research materials. · See that your child is dressed properly in adherence to the dress code policy. Attend conferences and communicate with your child’s teachers to monitor progress and to address questions and concerns as they occur. Read and return, on time, as requested, all informational materials sent home by the school and classroom teacher in order to ensure good communication. Adhering to policies and procedures within this handbook and at the school including behavior in the parking lot and on school grounds. Responding respectfully and appropriately to all staff, students, parents, and guests within the Merritt community and at the school.

Complaint Procedure: If you have a disagreement with a teacher or the administration, you should make every attempt to settle the problem with that person, without involving others. Should it not be settled, the two should go to the next line of authority to arbitrate the difficulty (Teacher→ Vice Principal→ Principal→ Superintendent→ Board of Directors). It is the goal of Merritt Academy to respond to complaints and problems as soon as possible.

DAILY PROCEDURES—ARRIVAL

Parents of 6th – 12th grade students may drop off their children in the school parking lot. All buildings open at 7:30. Students are to wait in the designated area in the hallways in their respective buildings. A bell to dismiss the students to their lockers will ring at 7:35.

Students arriving to school before 7:30 should report to the high school building to wait in the main high school hallway or cafeteria.

Prompt arrival into the classroom is essential. All students arriving tardy to school will sign in tardy in their first hour classroom up to 7:55. After 7:55 a parent needs to accompany the student to the main office to sign them in. Students 16 and older may sign themselves into the main office.

AM & PM FACILITY SAFETY PROCEDURES

Parents are not to park or stand in undesignated spots or in front of the high school building. It is for quick drop off only. Please stop by the office for parking lot map & details. Students and parents are only to use the main entrance doors for entering & exiting the building between 7:45 am and 3:15pm. All visitors during this time MUST report to the main office and sign in. No visitors will be permitted into the classroom corridors without prior approval. This is for the protection of all students and staff in the building.

STUDENT DRIVERS

Parking on school property is a courtesy extended to students and others by Merritt Academy. Merritt Academy assumes no responsibility for damage to cars or for theft of vehicles or articles from vehicles. Any student who wishes to drive to school must have a “Permit to Drive” form on file in the office, before permission to drive is granted. The cost of this permit is $25. Permission to park on school property may be removed by the administration for any person who does not observe the regulations or who drives unsafely. · Students must park in the student designated areas only. · Students in violation of these rules or the conditions outlined on the “Permit to Drive” form will face disciplinary action and possible loss of the driving privilege. · The parking lot is school property and subject to searches, including canine searches, at any time.

LUNCH

Students are expected to follow the Lunch Room Behavior Code and respect all adults that are Merritt staff or parent volunteers when enforcing this Code. Students are expected to ask permission before leaving the lunchroom. Students are to use quiet voices when conversing with other students, yelling across the table or room is not acceptable. Students are expected to use good table manners while at lunch and to clean up their area after eating.

Any student that does not follow the Behavior Code will be referred to RTC or the Administration. Continual problems will result in loss of cafeteria privileges and will be required to eat in the school office or other assigned area with their parent/guardian if necessary.

A daily hot lunch program is offered to all students at Merritt from an outside food service, menus are distributed to parents monthly. Payment for lunches must be made in advance according to the lunch schedule. No lunches can be purchased the same day.

There are no refrigerators or microwaves for student use. All lunches brought in need to be prepared ahead of time. Drink boxes, for example can be frozen the night before and packed in the student’s lunch to keep items cool.

Furthermore, at no time are caffeinated beverages, energy drinks, or other similar products permitted for students.

DISMISSAL

At no time will the Academy permit a student to be dismissed without a parent/guardian. During the school day students are not permitted to walk home or leave with a friend without prior written parent/guardian permission and approval in the main office. Repeated offenses will be turned over to the principal and school social worker for review and follow-up.

Students in grades 6-12 are dismissed from their classroom at 3:15pm. Parents are required to follow the parking lot instructions for dismissal.

INDIVIDUAL STUDENT DISMISSAL

Students will be dismissed from their classroom to a parent/guardian or emergency contact until the age of 18. Students will not be dismissed to any other adult or peer unless prior written arrangements are made with the main office. This procedure will guarantee the safety and well being of all students. Parent/Guardian is required to go to the office to pick up their child from the Academy at times other than normal arrival and dismissal. After approval from the main office, the student’s educator will send the student to meet the parent in the main office. Parents should not go to the classroom to pick up the student. This causes disruption to the learning environment.

Students Signing Out

When a parent or guardian gives permission for their student to leave school for emergency or medical appointments, the following must be adhered to for dismissal:
1. If parent/guardian is picking the student up, the parent/guardian needs to come into the main office (ID will be required) and sign the student out.
2. If the student has a vehicle at school the parent/guardian can call the main office and speak to the office staff. The office staff will then call the student out of class and sign them out. The student must bring in a written note from the parent the next day and the office staff will call parent to verify note. 3. Parents can write a note stating the date, time of dismissal, reason for dismissal, and phone number where the parent can be reached. The student must bring the note to the office in the MORNING. The office staff will call and confirm with the parent to ensure safety of our students. If we are unable to reach a parent to confirm the note, the student WILL NOT BE RELEASED.

TELEPHONE

A telephone is available in the school office for EMERGENCY phone use by students. During the school day, permission to use the telephone must come from the office personnel. It is also school policy for students to work out any concerns with staff when adult intervention is needed, not with parents by phone. Cellular phones are not permitted at school. If a student is found using a cellular phone, it will be confiscated and the cell phone policy will be followed. Refusal to turn in a cell phone will result in further disciplinary action. Please see policy for prohibited electronic devices for additional procedure of handling student in possession of cell phone.

NO-RESCUE POLICY

Merritt Academy works to train and educate our students towards self-reliance. Thus, we do not allow students to call home and ask parents to bring in homework, projects, and calm upset feelings or arrange sleepovers, etc. Because Merritt Academy values the educational time entrusted to us, teachers will release students to the office to ask to use the phone only in emergency situations.

Office staff will use the following procedures when a student asks to use the phone:
1. The office staff will ask the student why he or she wants to use the phone. Care will be given to assess the student’s predicament. A decision will be made by the staff person (based on the above stated purpose) whether the student should be allowed to call home.
2. If it is determined that the student should work through the issue without calling home, the staff person will discuss with the student resources available at the school to help.
3. When the student is able to manage the problem, he or she will be sent back to the classroom.
4. If after working with the student, it is determined that he or she will not be able to function at school appropriately, the staff person will call the parent. From experience, however, it is not expected that this will be the typical result.

MERRITT ACADEMY VISITORS

Adult visitors are always welcome. However, we require all visitors to register in the office and wear a visitor’s badge. Students or parents from other schools or Academies wishing to visit must make prior arrangements with the principal and a fifteen-minute observation will be scheduled with an educator. Any visitors that will be spending more than four hours in a week at the Academy will be required to meet all criminal/background screening at the cost of the visitor. This is to ensure the safety of all Merritt students and staff.

VOLUNTEER POLICY

The Educational Service Provider recognizes that certain programs and activities can be enhanced through the use of volunteers who have particular knowledge or skills that will be helpful to members of the professional staff responsible for the conduct of those programs and activities.

The Principal, in cooperation with the Educational Service Provider, shall be responsible for recruiting volunteers, reviewing their capabilities, and making appropriate placements. S/He shall not be obligated to make use of volunteers whose abilities are not in accord with school needs. The Administration shall conduct appropriate background checks on all volunteers in the same manner as required for other professional staff for any volunteer that is assigned to the school for more than four hours per week.

The Administration is to inform each volunteer that s/he: Shall agree to abide by all Board policies and school guidelines while on duty as a volunteer including signing, if appropriate, the School’s Network and Internet Access Agreement Forms; Will be covered under the School’s liability policy but the School cannot provide any type of health insurance to cover illness or accident incurred while serving as a volunteer, nor is the person eligible for workers compensation; Will be asked to sign a form releasing the School of any obligation should the volunteer become ill or receive an injury as a result of his/her volunteer services. To attend the appropriate training for the assigned tasks prior to his/her volunteer services at the school.

The Administration shall also ensure that each volunteer is properly informed of the School’s appreciation for his/her time efforts in assisting the operation of the School

THE ACADEMY EMERGENCY CLOSINGS

In the event of the Academy closing due to weather or other emergencies, please check Channel 7/ABC, Channel 4/WDIV, and Channel 2/FOX News. In the event of a school emergency, you will be contacted by Academy personnel so it is important that you keep your information updated at the front office.

Parents will also receive a phone call from the IRIS system informing them of any school closing information or emergency.

TEXTBOOKS AND SUPPLIES

Students are responsible for the proper care of all books and supplies issued each year through the Academy. Students who lose books or damage the Academy property will be assessed a replacement fee or repair cost to offset the replacement or repair cost. All costs are to be paid prior to receiving all report cards or the transfer of student records.

HOMEWORK

Homework is a very necessary and integral part of a child’s education. The purpose of homework is to reinforce those skills and concepts taught in the learning environment. Homework also includes work not finished during class time. Parental support and cooperation are very important in this area. Helping students with their homework shows you are interested in their education. Each educator is responsible for the classroom homework policy. This is to ensure age-appropriate requirements. Please note that homework can come in many forms and while the Academy recognizes that age appropriate learning also consists of social and family activities at home, we request your support and cooperation while we try to find the best ways to reinforce learning at home. When traditional forms of homework are not necessary, the educators may have alternative projects and such instead. Please direct all homework questions to your student’s educator.

REQUEST FOR HOMEWORK

A request for homework for a child that is absent for 3 or more days should be made in the morning by 9am. This will allow time for the educator to organize the materials. Homework may be picked up in the office at the end of the day. Our educators will make every effort to have homework ready to be picked up in the office at the end of the day. Please remember that much of the learning at Merritt Academy is done in a hands-on and experiential way and many times cannot be sent home to be completed. That is why it is vital that all students are at school as much as possible. *see “grading policies” for procedures regarding due dates of requested absent work

COMMUNICATION

Parents can now access up to date information on their student’s progress via the web. Just visit powerschool.therominegroup.com/public, enter in your ID and password, and you will have access to grades and attendance, information on individual assignments, you can sign up for e-mail notification, and view teacher comments. This is a great way to stay on top of what is happening with your student!

STUDENT RECORD “RIGHTS”

The Federal “Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974” provides parents or guardians of students under the age of 18 the right to examine official records, files, and data relating to the student. If you wish to review your child’s record, please contact the office.

STUDENT RECORDS

The Board of Directors for Merritt Academy believes that all student records shall be treated as confidential and exist primarily for local Academy use or as otherwise stipulated. To request a review of your students records a parent/guardian must contact the main office to schedule an appointment. To request a hardcopy of your student’s records a parent/guardian must submit the request in writing to the main office. The Office Manager will then contact the parent/guardian to notify of when the request can be reasonably fulfilled, not to exceed 15 days.

In situations where the parents of a student are divorced or separated, each parent custodial and/or non-custodial has equal rights to their child’s records unless a court order specifies otherwise. The Academy’s personnel shall not recognize private agreements between the student’s parents.

Parents shall have an opportunity for a hearing to challenge the content of their child’s school records to ensure that the records are not inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the privacy or other rights of students; to provide an opportunity for the correction or deletion of any such inaccurate, misleading or otherwise inappropriate data contained therein; and to insert into such records the parent’s written explanation of the content of such records.

Any eligible parent/guardian or student may inspect the records of the student during regular Academy office hours with a scheduled appointment. The district reserves the right to interpret selected records to students and/or parent/guardians at the time of the inspection.

If circumstances prevent a parent/guardian from exercising their right to come to the Academy to review a student’s education records, the Academy will provide a copy of the requested records to the requesting party following the procedure above. The Academy will not destroy any educational records if there is an outstanding request to inspect and review a student’s records.

Whenever a student attains 18 years of age, the consent required of and the rights accorded to the parents of the student shall thereafter only be accorded to the student. Parents/guardians are responsible for updating the academy when an emergency phone number and address information has been changed.

MOVING?

Please notify the Academy office before transferring to another school. A copy of the immunization form will be given to you to present to the new school.
We want to know: · New address and phone number · Date of the move · Name of the new school · Students are expected to: Return all library and textbooks - Settle all outstanding debts -Collect all personal items

In the event that the above is not returned the student’s records will not be transferred and the last report card will not be mailed to the parent/guardian.

SCHOOL-WIDE POLICIES

Cell Phones, MP3 Players, IPods, Cameras, and other electronic devices

The telephones in the main office are for the Academy business and emergencies only. Students will be permitted to use the telephones for emergency purposes only. Students should take care of business with parents prior to coming to school.

If a cell phone or other electronic device (included, but not limited to, MP3 players, IPODs, cameras, tablets, laptops, or gaming devices) is “heard” or “seen” it will be taken to the main office by the staff member. Students that are taking pictures and videos without approval that are not approved will be confiscated and if necessary pictures deleted prior to release of camera to parent/guardian. (Electronics are allowed for high school students during their lunch period, inside the cafeteria only) Failure to follow policy will result in the disciplinary action below. Merritt will not accept responsibility for the personal items of students that are lost, stolen, or confiscated. No headphones are allowed unless being used for academic purposes (NO MUSIC).
· First offense the item will be returned to the student after speaking with administration · Second offense the item will be returned to a parent or guardian · Third offense the item will need to be turned in at the beginning of the school day and picked up at the end of the school day

Refusing to surrender a cell phone will result in further disciplinary action.

* Each student is only allowed three offenses regardless of device. They ARE NOT allowed three offenses PER device.

INTERNET USE POLICY

Merritt Academy adheres to the federal requirements and guidelines stipulated under Title XVII— Children's Internet Protection Act.

A. Educational Purpose Merritt Academy Internet system has a limited educational purpose. Activities that are acceptable include classroom activities, career development, and high-quality personal research. Merritt Academy has the right to place reasonable restrictions on material you access or post through the system. You are expected to follow the rules set forth in the Merritt Academy disciplinary code and the law in your use of the network. Students who use laptops for personal (non-academic) purposes during the school day will be prohibited from bringing their laptop to school or using an Academy laptop during the school day.

B. Internet Management Embracing the Internet as a critical and essential component in today's world is essential if our students are to become functional members of society. The benefits attained by the advancement of technology bring with it associated costs and a wide range of risks, in particular, the exposure of student to inappropriate material and people. As part of our commitment to Internet security, we offer a firewall (a web-blocker application program). This has the ability to block objectionable material and captures the window when questionable material is accessed.
C. Unacceptable Uses The following uses are considered unacceptable:

1. Personal Safety and Personal Privacy Students will not post personal contact information. This includes students address, school address, telephone number, and name on the Internet. This includes other people as well as the student. Students will promptly disclose to the teacher any message or website that is inappropriate or makes students feel uncomfortable.
2. Illegal Activities Students will not attempt to gain unauthorized access to Merritt Academy Network or to any other system through the network beyond authorized access. Students will not attempt to deliberately disrupt the computer system or destroy data by spreading computer viruses or by any other means. Students will not use the network to engage in any other illegal act, such as arranging for illegal activities or threatening the safety of other people.
3. System Security No software is to be downloaded on the computers at any time without explicit consent of the system administrator.
4. Inappropriate Language Restrictions against inappropriate language apply to public messages, private messages, and material posted on Web pages. Students will not use obscene, profane, vulgar, rude, threatening or disrespectful language. Students will not post information that could cause damage or a danger of disruption. Students will not engage in personal attacks, including prejudicial or discriminatory attacks. Students will not harass another person. Students will not knowingly post false or defamatory information about another person or organization.
5. Respecting Resources Using the computer systems and Internet is a privilege. Students need to respect the computer by using it appropriately.
6. Plagiarism Students will not plagiarize works that they find on the Internet or any other print source. Plagiarism is taking the ideas or writings of others and presenting them as if they were your own.
7. Copyright Students will respect the rights of copyright owners. Copyright infringement occurs when you inappropriately reproduce a work that is protected by a copyright. If a work contains language that specifies appropriate use of that work, students should follow the expressed requirements. If students are unsure or have questions, they should ask a teacher.
8. Inappropriate Access to Material Students will not access material that is designated for adult use only or is profane or obscene, that advocates illegal or dangerous acts, or discrimination towards other people. If students mistakenly access inappropriate information, they should immediately tell the teacher. This will protect students against a claim that they have intentionally violated the rules.

D. Disciplinary Actions Students should only expect limited privacy in the contents of personal files or records of Web research. Routine maintenance and monitoring of the network may lead to discovery that you have violated the Policy, the school disciplinary code or the law. An individual search will be conducted if there is reasonable suspicion that you have violated this Policy, the Merritt Academy disciplinary code or the law.
Merritt Academy will cooperate fully with local, state, or federal officials in any investigation related to any illegal activities conducted through the school.

E. Limitation of Liability Merritt Academy makes no guarantee that the functions or the services provided by or through the school Network system will be error free or without defect. Merritt will not be responsible for any damage that may be suffered, including but not limited to, loss of data or interruptions of service. The school is not responsible for the accuracy or quality of the information obtained through or stored on the system. The school will not be responsible for financial obligations arising through the unauthorized use of the system. Parents or guardians will be responsible for any harm to the system as a result of intentional misuse.

LOST AND FOUND

Found articles of clothing or miscellaneous articles will be placed in the lost and found area located outside of the gym in the High School or by the front entrance in the middle school building . Each Friday, all the lost and found items will be removed and donated to a local charity organization. To help alleviate the problem of lost articles, PLEASE PUT YOUR CHILD’S NAME ON ALL CLOTHING.

THE ACADEMY CELEBRATIONS

All celebrations are at the discretion of each educator and the academy administration. If you choose to have your child not participate in an activity, please speak with your child’s educator. If the activity is due to religious or other beliefs an opt-out activity will be provided for your student. At Merritt Academy we try to recognize celebrations and traditions of many different cultures. Understanding cultural diversity is an integral part of society. If you have other suggestions for educators or the school in regards to celebrations and traditions of different cultures please let us know and we will be happy to consider the additions.

ATTENDANCE POLICIES & PROCEDURES

All students are expected to attend the Academy for the entire academic year. Parents are strongly discouraged from taking their students out of the Academy for family vacations.

I. ATTENDANCE
1. Parents are asked to call the Academy before 7:35 am when their child is going to be absent. This does not constitute an excused absence.
2. Whenever students are absent from the Academy, notes or medical excuses are required explaining the absence. The note should also have day, time, and phone number where the parent can be reached.
3. Parents may arrange, in advance, for absences. Prearranged absences are not automatically excused (guidelines apply for excused/unexcused absences).
4. Medical and funeral excuses only are exempt from the attendance count.
5. Students absent more than a half day from school the day of a scheduled after-school or evening sponsored activity/event will NOT be allowed to participate in that activity/event.
6. If a student misses more than 30 minutes of any class, it is considered an absence for said class.

II. FAMILY VACATIONS:
1. We would like to encourage you to schedule family vacations at times other than when the Academy is in session. When you must schedule a family trip during Academy time, contact the educator in advance concerning how your child will complete missed assignments.
2. Time given for the completion of makeup work will be one (1) day for every day absent.
3. The time allowed for completion of absent work begins when teacher submits the absent work to the student, parent, or office.

III. ATTENDANCE PROCESS /TRUANCY:
1. A letter from the administration will be sent to the student’s parent/guardian on the fifth absence per trimester.
2. A mandatory conference will be held between administration and the student’s parent/guardian upon the eighth absence per trimester.
3. If the student reaches eleven absences during the school year, they may be retained in the current grade level due to lack of formal instruction and/or they may be permanently removed from the Academy due to lack of attendance. They may also be reported to the MISD Truancy officer.

IV. THE PROCEDURES FOR APPEALS:
1. Students, who exceed the number of absences with justifiable cause, may petition the appeals board for a hearing. The appeals process is only presenting proof of justifiable absences. It is not intended for any other use.
2. Students who wish to use the appeals process must present a completed form to the Principal’s office clearly giving reasons for their absences. Excuses such as getting up late, car problems, or missing a ride will not be accepted.
3. Each case will be heard and judged on its individual merits.
4. It is the parent’s responsibility to provide the necessary materials on his/her behalf.
5. The appeals board will be comprised of two (2) educators and one Administrator. 6. The decision of the board will be final.

V. TARDY/LATE ARRIVAL/EARLY DISMISSAL:
1. Classes begin at 7:45 a.m. Students can be dropped off as early as 7:00 a.m., however, they must report to the main hallway in the high school. Students arriving in the learning environment after 7:45 a.m. will be considered tardy. Due to state guidelines, all attendance must be documented and reported to Macomb County ISD including late arrivals.
2. A letter from administration will be sent to the student’s parent/guardian on the fifth tardy per trimester in first hour.
3. A mandatory conference will be held between administration and the student’s parent/guardian upon the eighth tardy per trimester in first hour.
4. If the student reaches eleven tardies per trimester, in first hour, they may be retained in the current grade level due to lack of formal instruction and/or they may be permanently removed from the Academy due to lack of attendance. They may also be reported to the MISD Truancy officer.

ATTENDANCE AND CREDITS EARNED for grades 9-12 Elementary students will be allowed 24 undocumented absences per year. Once they reach that number they will be considered truant. For middle and high school student s will be allowed 8 undocumented absences per trimester. Once they reach that number, they will be required to pass their exam with an 80% in said class to receive credit.

Attendance will be recorded as documented or undocumented. There is no limit to documented absences. Documented absences will be anything where documentation can be provided such as a doctor’s note, court documents, funeral etc…
Undocumented are any other excused or unexcused absence.
*The Principal will issue final loss of credit at the end of the trimester.

ATTENDANCE FOR RELIGIOUS INSTRUCTION

Merritt Academy will cooperate with parents who wish to provide religious instruction for their child but also recognizes its responsibility to enforce the attendance requirements of the State. Upon the signed request by the student’s parent, the Board will allow exceptions to the student’s continuous attendance at school:

1. For religious instruction outside the school building for no more than two (2) class hours per week.
2. For attendance at confirmation classes provided is twelve (12) or thirteen (13) years of age and the instructional period is no longer than five (5) months in either of those years.

The student must be properly registered and a copy of such registration must be filed with the principal, which will be maintained in the student file. The time release for religious instruction or education shall be arranged by the Principal in keeping with the regulations of the State Board of Education. The student will also assure the appropriate continuance of the instructional program at Merritt during such release times. No solicitation for attendance at religious instruction shall be permitted on school premises. No member of the staff shall encourage nor discourage participation in any religious instruction program.

DRESS CODE OVERVIEW

Take pride in how you look at all times. Uniforms can help keep you safe and prevent you from being judged by others for not looking a certain way. They also create a serious, distinguished look that tells the world YOU are about business. Always be mindful of your personal appearance – it speaks volumes about your character.

DRESS CODE

Our basic standards regarding student dress are based on cleanliness, neatness, modesty, safety and minimizing learning distraction. Uniforms are to be worn at the Academy by all students in grades 6-12 except on announced “Dress Down” or “Casual” days.

Fridays are Merritt Casual Days. Students may wear appropriate casual clothes to school. Clothing should not contain inappropriate graphics. Clothing may not contain inappropriate language or suggestive messages. Casual clothes must be in good taste and appropriate in length. Open-toed shoes and sandals are not permitted at any time. Participation in Causal Day is a privilege that can be revoked to any student by school administration for any length of time deemed necessary.

DRESS CODE – Grades 6-8

The Merritt Academy dress code must be strictly followed. Uniform checks will be performed. If students come to school wearing inappropriate attire, they will be given an opportunity to fix the dress code violation. If they cannot or will not, fix dress code violation, they will be issued a detention by their classroom teacher. If a student is repeatedly asked to fix a dress code violation, they may lose the opportunity to fix it, and receive a detention upon the violation. Parents may be contacted and will be responsible for bringing proper clothing that same day.

Attire that is NOT permitted:
1. Shirts worn knotted at the back or at the side or otherwise altered in appearance. Any shirt worn wrapped around the waist.
2. Any decoration on clothing other than the approved Merritt Academy logo.
3. Pants made of nylon, leather, sweat pant material, mesh, denim, or cotton knit. Jeans of any type or color. Yoga pants. No leggings or jeggings unless worn under a uniform length skirt.
4. Ripped or torn clothing.
5. Hooded sweatshirts.
6. Clogs or open-toed shoes (sandals, flips-flops, etc.).
7. Distracting or dangerous jewelry or accessories. Eyebrow or lip piercings.
8. Sculptured/carved hairstyle (letters, signs, etc.). Mohawks. Any unnatural hair color (green, purple, etc.), including streaks or extensions.
9. Hats or visors inside the building. Bandanas or other scarfs on the head.
10. Jackets or other outerwear in the classroom.
11. Any clothing that exposes a part of the body between the neck and knees.
Students who are in violation of the dress code because of sloppiness or ‘stretching’ the rules will be corrected and a detention may be issued. If there are extenuating circumstances, such as a foot injury, that may require your child to wear special shoes, please call the school office and let us know. Of course, we make exceptions in these cases. ** *Administrative discretion may be used at any time in regards to dress code issues.

DRESS CODE – Grades 9-12

The Merritt Academy dress code must be strictly followed. Uniform checks will be performed. If students come to school wearing inappropriate attire, they will have the opportunity to correct the violation. If they cannot or will not, fix dress code violation, they will be issued a detention by their classroom teacher. If a student is repeatedly asked to fix a dress code violation, they may lose the opportunity to fix it, and receive a detention upon the violation. Parents may be contacted and will be responsible for bringing proper clothing that same day.

Permitted attire:
1. Polo style shirts in solid pink, red, navy, hunter green, or royal blue with the Merritt Academy High School logo. Plain long sleeve shirts or turtlenecks in the approved uniform shirt colors or white are allowed under uniform shirts.
2. Plain sweaters and crew neck sweatshirts may be worn over the polo shirt and must be in the approved uniform shirt colors.
3. Dress pants will be khaki or black, worn at the waist and must have a button at the waist. Finger-tip length khaki or black shorts, in dress pant material, are permitted until October 15th and after April 15th Exceptions may be made in the event of unseasonably warm weather.
4. Girls may wear dress pants, skorts, skirts, or Capri length pants in khaki or black color only. All pants must have a button at the waist.
5. Shoes must be solid black, brown, or navy, with no color or markings, and with closed toes and closed heels. Maximum heel or platform height is 1 inch.
6. Girls may wear light make-up as long as it is good taste and not distracting.
7. Jewelry may be worn providing it is not a distraction and does not present a safety hazard. Any design on jewelry must be in good taste.
8. Tattoos are discouraged. If present, they must be covered. (including dress down days)
9. Ear and nose piercings are acceptable, but must not be visually distracting. Nose rings must be a stud.
* Belts will be required if students receive repeated warnings about sagging pants.

Attire that is NOT permitted as part of Merritt Academy uniform:
1. Shirts worn knotted at the back or at the side or otherwise altered in appearance.
2. Any decoration on clothing other than the approved Merritt Academy logo.
3. Pants made of nylon, leather, sweat pant material, mesh, denim, or cotton knit. Jeans of any type or color. Yoga pants.
4. Ripped or torn clothing.
5. Hooded sweatshirts.
6. Clogs or open-toed shoes (sandals, flips-flops, etc.).
7. Distracting or dangerous jewelry or accessories.
8. Eyebrow, lip, or other facial piercings. (with the exception of a stud in the nose)
9. Sculptured/carved hairstyle (letters, signs, etc.). Any unnatural hair color (green, purple, pink, red etc.), including streaks or extensions.
10. Hats or visors inside the building. Bandanas or other scarfs on the head.
11. Jackets or other outerwear in the classroom.
12. Any clothing that exposes a part of the body between the neck and knees.

Students who are in violation of the dress code because of sloppiness or ‘stretching’ the rules will be corrected and a detention may be issued. If there are extenuating circumstances, such as a foot injury, that may require your child to wear special shoes, please call the school office and let us know. Of course, we make exceptions in these cases.
If disciplinary action has been taken due to a dress code violation, student may not return to school until violation has been corrected. All subsequent absences will count as unexcused.
** *Administrative discretion maybe used at any time in regards to dress code issues.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Students with special needs

SPECIAL SERVICES

Occupational Therapist: Provides services to students who need fine motor therapy. School Psychologist: Provides services to students who need evaluation for special education needs. · School Social Worker: Provides services to students who are experiencing personal or social adjustment problems in the Academy or at home. Speech Therapist: Works with students who are impaired by speech and language difficulties. Special Education Teacher: Services are provided for students with special needs in a resource room or on a consultant basis. Vision and Hearing: The Macomb County Health Department provides tests annually for designated grade levels.

SPECIAL EDUCATION POLICY

The board of Directors of Merritt Academy wants each child to fulfill their ultimate learning potential. To the extent that an educator or parent feels that child may demonstrate some learning disabilities, the following board policy to evaluate a child’s academic progress shall be followed: After either a parent or educator expressed a concern about a child’s school performance, Response To Intervention, RTI, plan will begin in which an educator is making documented attempts to develop strategies that increase success of student. If the RTI process is not successful after all options have been exhausted, a child study meeting will be held to determine if formal testing is needed. The student’s educator, special education educator, learning specialist, school social worker or counselor and principal will be in attendance at the child study meeting. If it is determined that formal testing is needed, within ten days parents must be notified and request made for their written authorization for testing. Once the parents provides consent for formal testing of their child, the Academy has thirty days to complete the evaluation process and hold an Individualized Education Program Team (IEPT)meeting in which determines if special educational services are needed. For a child to qualify for special education services there must be proof that the child’s academic progress is impacted by a discrepancy in achievement or other tested data. After a decision is made on the student’s eligibility for special education services, the IEPT meeting is held with general education educator, special education educator, principal and parent in attendance. It will be determined at the IEPT meeting how many hours per week and what services the child will receive special education services. Once a child is in special education the child’s IEP goals will be reassessed annually. Every three years the child must be reevaluated to determine continued eligibility for special education services. It is the ultimate goal for each child eligible for special education services that the achievement gap will be closed and that the special education intervention strategies have worked to no longer require services.

SECTION 504

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is designed to prohibit discrimination based on disability in any program or activity receiving federal money. This statute obligates public schools to provide equal access and equal opportunity to otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. For a student to be eligible for a 504 plan, the student must meet all three of the following criteria. It must be because of this disability that the student is unable to gain equal access and benefit from school programs and services.

The publication, A Parent Guide to Section 504 Of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, is a resource available to parents through their school.
• A physical or mental impairment (has a history of having a physical or mental impairment) • That substantially limits • One or more major life activities

If you believe that a student may be eligible for Section 504 support, please contact Mr. Witkowski (school counselor) for additional information.

HOMELESS STUDENTS: MCKINNEY VENTO ACT

Educational Rights of Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness: If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness, please notify the school so we can help. This is not something to be ashamed of and there are many resources to assist families in this situation. Merritt Academy is committed to keeping all information strictly confidential.

Children and youth experiencing homelessness have the right to: Go to school, no matter where they live or how long they have lived there. Students who are homeless must be given access to the same public education provided to other students. Continue in the school they attended before becoming homeless or the school last attended if that is their choice and feasible. The school district’s local liaison for homeless education must assist you, if needed, and offer you the right to appeal a decision regarding your choice of school if it goes against your wishes. Receive transportation to the school they attended before they became homeless or the school last attended, if a request is made for such transportation and transportation is feasible. Attend a school and participate in school programs with students who are not homeless. Students cannot be separated from the regular school program due to the fact that they are homeless. Enroll in school without providing a permanent address. Schools cannot require proof of residency that might prevent or delay school enrollment. Enroll and attend classes in the school of their choice even while the school and student who is homeless seek to resolve a dispute over enrollment. Receive the same special programs and services, if needed, as provided to all other students served in these programs. · Receive transportation to school and to school programs.

These rights are established under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. This act is the primary piece of federal legislation dealing with the education of children and youth experiencing homelessness in U.S. public schools. It was reauthorized as Title X, Part C, of the No Child Left Behind Act in January 2002. To qualify for these rights, children and youth must be considered homeless according to the McKinney-Vento definition of homelessness.

How does the McKinney-Vento Act define homelessness? According to U.S. Department of Education (USDE) guidance, people living in the following situations are considered homeless under McKinney-Vento: doubled-up with family or friends due to economic hardship; in motels or hotels due to lack of other suitable housing; in homes for unwed or expectant mothers because they have nowhere else to go; in homeless and/or domestic violence shelters; in transitional housing programs; on the streets; in abandoned buildings; in public places not meant for housing; in cars, trailers, and campgrounds; or awaiting foster care. Runaway and/or "throwaway" children and youth are also considered homeless under McKinney-Vento.

The description above refers to people living "doubled-up". What does that mean? "Doubled-up" refers to people who are living with friends and relatives due to loss of housing, economic hardship, or a similar reason. However, families who have chosen to move into adequate housing situations with friends or relatives for reasons of cultural preference or convenience are not covered by McKinney-Vento.

Are migrant students considered homeless under McKinney-Vento? Migrant students are considered homeless if they meet one or more of the definitions of homelessness under McKinney-Vento. However, migrant students should not be considered homeless simply because they are migrant.

Are children in foster care considered homeless? No. The McKinney-Vento definition of homelessness includes children who are awaiting foster care placement only. Once children have been placed in foster care, they are no longer considered homeless.

If you would like additional information on the rights of homeless students or you would like to notify us of a situation involving a homeless student, please contact the following Merritt Academy Homeless liaisons: Ms. Tracy Cohrs Vice Principal This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (586)749-6000

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

BOOK BAG/LOCKER CHECK

Random book bag and locker checks are to help prevent any illegal substances or weapons from being housed in the student possession. It is the responsibility of the school administration to check bags and lockers. The school administration may be assisted by the police and canine unit from time to time when conducting locker or personal bag checks. Merritt Academy is not responsible for items that are stolen out of book bags or lockers. Students should never bring valuables, expensive electronics, coats, jackets, jewelry, shoes, supplies etc. to school. Students are not allowed to share a book bag or house another student’s belongings in their bag. Students will assume ownership and therefore responsibility for items found in their locker, backpack, or in their possession.

MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

State Law and the Macomb County Immunization Code require all students entering the Academy to provide evidence of having received the required immunizations for Diphtheria, Tetanus, Peruses, Polio, Measles, Rubella, and Mumps, HIB shot, Hepatitis B, and Chicken Pox or a signed statement that a child has not been immunized because of religious or other reasons. State Law and Macomb County Immunization Code prohibit the Academy from admitting children without the required immunizations or appropriate documentation.

INJURIES AND ILLNESS

Children should report all illnesses and injuries occurring in the Academy to their educator or supervisory personnel. Only immediate and temporary care will be given in the Academy. Parents will be notified by phone when a child needs additional care. If injury or illness is of an urgent nature, the local emergency services will be contacted at the expense of the parent. The school office will also notify the child’s parent/guardian.

MEDICAL EXCUSES

A student may be excused from physical education and recess for one day with a note from parent/guardian. Extended excuses will be honored upon receipt of a physician’s note. In the event of an extended excuse a physician’s note may be required to return to physical education, recess, and after school activities.

COMMUNICABLE DISEASES

Any student evidencing a rash, sores, or other physical problems with possibility of being contagious, the student will be sent to the office to be sent home. When a child is absent with a contagious disease or illness, the parent/guardian should notify the Academy office. In order for your child to be admitted back into the Academy, parents must comply with the Macomb County Health guidelines. Please contact the Academy office for further information.

ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION

In accordance with Merritt Academy’s policy, no medication is to be in the student’s possession at any time. Should children be required to take medication during the school hours, a form must be filled out by the physician indicating the name of the drug, the dosage to be taken and any other instructions that are necessary. The medication must be brought from the home by the parent/guardian or other responsible adult. The medication container must have the dispensing instructions noted on it. At school, the medication will be kept under lock and key and only the office staff will administer the medication. A record is kept of the medication that is administered to each child. A log will be kept indicating when each dose is administered to each child and signed by administrating staff and when possible a witness. It is the responsibility of the High School student to come to the office to take the medication. If it needs to be distributed at a specific time during class, the parent must provide a physician’s note to that specific classroom teacher.

NOTE: Prescription inhalers and over-the-counter throat lozenges are allowed in the student’s possession at any time. We recommend advising your child’s educator if they are carrying an inhaler. At no time should a student be sent to school with medication that does not follow these guidelines. Student’s are not to self medicate while at school nor are they to possess medications to offer opportunity for other students to ingest and possibly overdose.

POLICY FOR REPORTING SUSPECTED CHILD ABUSE

In a perfect world, all children are loved, well cared for, safe, and treated with respect. Because our world isn’t perfect, this is not true for some children. As educators and other Academy staff members, we not only have the privilege of teaching, learning from and getting to know our students, but we must take on the responsibility of listening to and helping them when they need us to. When there is reasonable cause to suspect child neglect or abuse the following policy will be followed.

MAKE AN ORAL REPORT

In accordance with the law, any Merritt Academy employee who suspects child abuse or neglect will report it to Child Protective Services immediately. Suspicion can be based on many factors such as observations, bruises or marks, student report, and so on. The abuse does not have to be confirmed. After an internal investigation, the Macomb County Department of Social Services will determine the correct course of action. The Department caseworkers will interview the student as soon as possible. Any Academy employee having knowledge of the incidents or concerns about the child on question should be prepared to share any such information with the child protection services caseworker or with any law enforcement personnel.

DUAL ENROLLMENT

Effective April 1, 1996, Public Act 160 created the Postsecondary Enrollment Options Act, commonly referred to as dual enrollment. This law directs school districts to assist students in paying tuition and fees for courses at Michigan public or private colleges or universities, if all of the following conditions are met:
1. Students are in grade 11 or grade 12.
2. Students can qualify for dual enrollment by taking one of the following assessments: a. PSAT, SAT, or MME. The following table shows the complete list of scores that qualify students for dual enrollment:

Additionally, according to P.A. 160, eligible students may take courses for which there are no endorsements, such as computer science, foreign language, history, political science, or psychology, as long as they have taken all sections of the MME, PLAN, ACT or College Board PSAT. State endorsement is not required in any specific area for this participation.
If a student meets the criteria and wishes to participate in the dual enrollment program, a parent or guardian should contact the Counseling Department for details, deadlines and updates.
If a student fails a class with less than a 59% or lower they will be required to repay the school for the cost of the class.

FIELD TRIPS

The purpose of a field trip is to give students a better understanding of their culture and acquaint them with real life experiences. Students are expected to follow all the Academy rules and policies and pay for any cost incurred. For those who cannot afford such trips, some funding and/or fundraising options may be available. Please notify the office in such cases. If a Field Trip Permission Form is not submitted by a parent/guardian in the proper time frame, if the student is not in proper uniform, or a student has had behavior which may jeopardize the safety of self, others, or the school, the child may not attend the trip. Students not attending will still be expected to attend school and will be provided parallel learning activities.

Student safety is the main priority on field trips. Sponsoring and chaperoning adults are expected to adhere to Academy policies and procedures on the field trip as well as sign a chaperone agreement provided by the classroom teacher specifying specific expected chaperone behavior. Sponsors and chaperones should acquaint themselves in advance with those students who have medical conditions, which may need emergency care. The classroom teacher must accompany the group and adequate male/female supervision should be provided.

1. The classroom teacher is the final authority for all field trip preparations including: volunteers, schedules, student discipline, and learning objectives.
2. Chaperones are required to remain with their assigned group for the duration of the field trip. Chaperones are never to leave any student in their care unsupervised.
3. Situations involving student discipline should be reported immediately to the classroom teacher. Chaperones should rely on positive reinforcement redirection until the classroom teacher can be contacted. Chaperones should never touch a student in a physically aggressive way or speak to them disrespectfully.
4. Chaperones may not participate in smoking of tobacco products, including e cigarettes, or the consumption of alcoholic beverages during the entire duration of the field trip. If this cannot be adhered to then please do not volunteer. We will not tolerate this type of participation.
5. Since the field trip is viewed as an extension of the regular classroom, all Merritt Academy discipline codes apply.
6. Parents who offer to supervise on a school field trip must understand that their full attention is needed to ensure the students’ safety. Therefore, siblings are not permitted on school field trips.
7. We also only permit a certain number of chaperones and do not permit additional parents and family members to meet us at fieldtrip locations. A group that is too large makes it difficult for us to ensure safety and appropriate learning experiences for our students.

COLLEGE VISITS
NOTE: THE MERRITT ACADEMY COUNSELING OFFICE STAFF RESERVES THE RIGHT TO LIMIT THE NUMBER OF STUDENTS VISITING A COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY ON ANY ONE DAY.

Juniors and Seniors are permitted a TOTAL OF three (3) college visits. These visits may be taken anytime during a student’s junior and/or senior year.
The procedure is as follows: The student is expected to contact the counseling office of the college/university to be visited and schedule an appointment with a college guidance counselor. Merritt Academy counselors are available to assist in making this contact. Once this appointment is made, the student picks up a PERMISSION SLIP from the Merritt Academy Counseling Office to be signed by the parent. This permission slip MUST be turned in to the Merritt Academy Counseling Office NO LATER THAN THE DAY BEFORE THE VISIT. While at the college, the student must ask the counselor/staff person for a letter confirming the visit and the date. This letter must be on college/university LETTERHEAD and SIGNED by a STAFF PERSON. This letter MUST be turned in to the Merritt Academy Counseling Office WITHIN TWO SCHOOL DAYS AFTER THE VISIT IN ORDER FOR IT TO BE CONSIDERED AN EXCUSED SCHOOL BUSINESS DAY. No other documentation for the visit will be accepted.

Ninth Hour Tutoring and offering academic support after regular school hours is very important to Merritt Academy. Merritt staff will continue to offer tutoring support to all grade levels during scheduled times. A trimester ninth hour schedule will be provided for students, as well as posted on the school website. It is the responsibility of the student to being attending ninth hour. Staff will not be responsible to make sure students are attending ninth hour.

SOCIAL EVENTS

The Board of Directors recognizes the value of student social events in enhancing and enriching the educational experience for the children at Merritt. The Board of Directors along with the administrative staff will make school facilities available and provide appropriate staff to conduct the student social event after approval by the principal.

School social events, which take place outside school facilities, must be approved by administration. As voluntary participants in school social events, students are held responsible for compliance with the rules set forth for their conduct, and infractions of those rules will be subject to the same disciplinary measures applicable during the regular school day.

Participation at school events is not a right; it is a privilege and as such will be denied to any student who has demonstrated disregard for the rules of the school, including students on suspension and academic probation.

GRADING POLICIES

6th – 12th GRADE GRADING
100-93 A 92-90 A- 89-87 B+ 86-83 B 82-80 B- 79-77 C+ 76-73 C 72-70 C- 69-67 D+ 66-63 D 62-60 D- 59-0 E

Teachers will hand out specific policies that outline homework and grading policies.

GRADUATION STATUS OF STUDENTS

Students will NOT move on with their graduating class if they are behind in credits. NO student will be allowed to participate in graduation exercises, nor will he/she receive a diploma, until all requirements listed below have been achieved. IT IS THE STUDENT’S RESPONSIBILITY TO MONITOR HIS/HER CREDIT STATUS.

GRADUATION CREDIT REQUIREMENTS

The State Board of Education introduced the new requirements, called the Michigan Merit Curriculum, in December 2005. When the state legislature enacted the requirements as law in March 2006, they became the driving force behind high school reform in Michigan and are among the most rigorous in the nation. In satisfying these requirements, graduates will meet and often surpass the most stringent entry requirements for all colleges and universities in the state, and will provide the academic and applied learning skills business and industry leaders say they need in their work force.

MATHEMATICS -4 Years (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, one additional year)
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS -4 Years (ELA 9, 10, 11, & 12)
SCIENCE -4 Years (, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, one additional year)
SOCIAL STUDIES -4 Years (US History, Civics, Economics, World Geography/History, one additional year)
PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH -1 Year (must include 1 semester of health)
VISUAL, PERFORMING AND APPLIED ARTS -2 Years
ELECTIVE CLASSES-4 Years
ONLINE LEARNING EXPERIENCE-equivalent to one year
LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH -1 Year

*Merritt Academy DOES NOT offer summer school. Students who fail core classes are responsible for making up the credits through an on-line program or night school. Please contact your district of residence for more information on summer school or Ms. Cohrs for BYU(online) courses.

SENIOR SCHOLAR RECOGNITIONS

Valedictorian: Highest Cumulative G.P.A. * · Salutatorian: Second Highest Cumulative G.P.A. *

* Must attend Merritt for at least one full academic year to be eligible for Senior Scholar Recognitions.

SENIORS NOT GRADUATING

Seniors who do not graduate with their class and who desire to return to Merritt Academy High School for an additional year can do so only with the permission of the school leader.

CRITERIA FOR MARCHING IN GRADUATION

No Senior will be allowed to march with his/her class who does not have the credit minimum and who has not met course or community service requirements at the time of the graduation ceremony! All required courses must be passed and all dues and fines paid prior to the ceremony. Disciplinary problems may also result in being prohibited to participate in the graduation ceremony. Merritt Academy reserves the right to determine the seniors who are allowed to be a part of graduation.

BEHAVIORAL PROBATION

A student may be placed on behavioral probation if they are consistently and repeatedly sent to RTC. A student may also be placed on behavior probation because of involvement in serious incidents at school including but not limited to fighting, insubordination, bullying, etc. Students on behavioral probation may not attend social field trips or others where safety and the reputation of the school is a concern, participate in after school activities, or receive other student privileges until their behavior corrects consistently and proves otherwise.

Academic Probation

Students will be placed on academic probation if they are behind in required credits necessary for graduation. Students will be placed on probation for a minimum of one trimester. While students are on probation they are not allowed to attend any extra-curricular activities (games, dances, etc…).
In order for a student to be removed from academic probation they must do the following:
-pass all classes from the most recent trimester
-be showing effort to make-up credits previously lost (this means being enrolled of some type of credit recovery program or class)

Before a student in placed on academic probation an intervention meeting will be held where parents, students, teachers, and administration are present. At this meeting a plan will be discussed. After the meeting if things do not improve or evidence of credit recovery is not available a student will then be placed on academic probation.

REPORT CARDS – CONFERENCES

Academic reports for students in grades 6-12 are distributed at the end of each trimester. Parent-Educator Conferences are scheduled in the middle of first and second trimester. Parent/guardian or students of age 18 are required to attend the conference to receive their child’s report card. Please understand that if you need to schedule with the school administration it may be well after the initial conferences are scheduled. In this event, it is still encouraged that you meet additionally with your child’s educator because they know best the progress of your student. It is understood that educators shall, if necessary, arrange additional periodic conferences with parents. Conferences with educators must be scheduled during non-instructional time.

APPOINTMENTS WITH EDUCATORS

If you would like an appointment to meet with your child’s educator, you may make an appointment by note or call the Academy and leave a message. Phone calls to educators during school hours are reserved for emergencies only. Meetings with educators are best when an appointment is made in advance.

STANDARDIZED TESTS

The Academy gives the following standardized tests every year. Parents can receive results and are encouraged to review the findings. Call for an appointment.·MStep Administered to grades 3-8. Performance Series (Scantron) to grades 2-12 Michigan Merit Exam (MME): Administered to grade 11 and includes the SAT college entrance exam. PSAT: to grades 9 and 10 to determine eligible for college scholarships.

DISCIPLINE OVERVIEW

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Each student has the responsibility to:
Respect the inherent human dignity and worth of every individual.
Be informed of and adhere to all rules and regulations established by Merritt Academy and implemented by school administrators, teachers, and support staff for the welfare and safety of all students.
Study diligently and strive to reach the highest possible level of academic achievement.
Be punctual to school and classes.
Refrain from slanderous remarks and obscenity in verbal and written expression.
Dress and present oneself in a manner that meets the standards of health, cleanliness, safety, and the Merritt Academy Dress Code.
Help maintain and improve Merritt Academy’s school environment, preserve school property and exercise the utmost care while using school equipment and facilities.
Conduct oneself in an appropriate manner while in attendance at all school sponsored and/or related events.
Continue to be, or strive to become, more actively involved in one’s education and personal growth.

DISCIPLINE & SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS

School officials may suspend a disabled student (as identified by IDEIA 2004) for up to ten (10) consecutive days without implementing procedural safeguards. However, a suspension in excess of ten (10) consecutive school days constitutes a “change in placement” for which procedural safeguards must be implemented.

Before implementing a suspension for a disabled student for more than ten (10) consecutive school days, the school district must provide due process protection given non-disabled students, and must take the following steps:

1. Notify the student’s parent or guardian in writing of proposed change in placement; and,
2. Convene an MDR/IEPT to determine: a. Did the disability cause, or have a direct and substantial relationship to the act of the misconduct? b. Did the District’s failure to implement the IEP cause the misconduct?
3. If the answer to both questions is NO, a suspension of more than ten (10) days must be imposed. However, the school district is still responsible for providing special education services during the course of the long-term suspension and an IEPT must be convened to determine what the special education services will be.

At any stage, the parent always has the right to appeal a decision made as part of the IEPT process. In the event of an appeal, the school district must operate under the “stay put” policy allowing the student to remain in the present program. Merritt Academy will follow IDEIA 2004 mandates.

ACADEMY WIDE RULES:

The Academy’s ultimate goal is to produce students that are respectful, responsible, and resourceful.

Respectful students are polite and use manners. They use appropriate language and appropriate voice levels when talking in the building and to others. They listen to and follow the direction of authority figures. They walk in the building. They keep their hands, feet, and objects to themselves. They keep a comfortable distance away from other peoples personal space. They allow the teacher to teach and minimize disruptions to the learning environment. They use safe measures and decision making when dealing with themselves, other students, staff, parents, and the school. They utilize good communication skills when dealing with others including listening and responding appropriately to concerns.

Responsible students make decisions to follow rules appropriately. They behave in a safe way for themselves and others. They care about the cleanliness of their school environment and take pride in helping to keep it clean. They make sure they are in proper uniform when they leave for school in the morning and remain in proper uniform throughout the school day. They make sure they have all they need for the day including finished homework, signed papers, and a lunch and are prepared to learn. When a choice or decision has the potential for negative consequences, responsible students admit wrong doing and are accountable for their actions.

Resourceful students are able to problem solve. They utilize people, places, and things to find answers to problems that they are having. They seek the appropriate help when they need it including adults that are on staff and the closest to get to. They help others when they can by getting an appropriate adult, or informing an appropriate adult if another student or person needs help. They try to use conflict resolution strategies to solve student to student issues appropriately and when that doesn’t work they seek help of an appropriate adult. If they are in immediate danger they use good decisions to get out of it as soon as possible and then inform the nearest appropriate adult.

Specific School Rules:

1) Be prepared to learn: Including: be on time, bring all necessary school materials (including completed homework), do not disrupt the learning environment, take care of other business outside of the classroom.
2) Follow the direction of the teacher or staff members in charge: Including: teacher directives include classroom and school rules, requests to sit down or in a specific seat, requests to take notes, read, or any academic tasks or behavioral tasks, etc.
3) Be respectful: Including: use your manners, clean up after yourself, be nice and cooperative to the teacher, other staff, other students, guests, and self. Use appropriate language at all times throughout the school. Talk in an appropriate tone and level when speaking with authority, students, guests and within the building and classrooms. Keep hands, feet, and objects to self. Keep an appropriate distance from the personal space of others. Take appropriate care of the school facility, furniture, grounds, and materials.
4) Be safe: Including: walk at all times both in the school and outside, upon dismissal and at arrival. Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself and do not spit or bite others. Keep an appropriate distance from others. Keep toy weapons at home – (guns, knives, handcuffs, etc. are NOT PERMITTED)
5) NOTE: Gum Chewing and Caffeinated beverages or energy drinks are not permitted. Only clear water is allowed during the school day.

Inappropriate Public Displays of Affection between students including kissing, inappropriate touching, etc, are not permitted.

CLASSROOM RULES:

Each educator has the opportunity to add or enhance the Academy Rules within the confines of their classroom. This is in order to make the learning environment age appropriate to promote growth and success.

Responsibility Room Mission Statement:

Help students learn how to think and act responsibility by offering a safe and orderly place to reflect, plan, discuss, and find resources to achieve success in school.

Responsible Thinking Center (RTC) at Merritt Academy Grades 3-12

We believe that all students are responsible for their own actions and must be taught to respect the rights of others. This means they learn by how to think of ways to get what they want while, at the same time, respecting the rights of others. We believe that teachers have the right to teacher and the students have the right to learn in a safe and orderly setting. No student has the right to disrupt in school, regardless of where they are, especially if they are preventing other students from learning or are threatening the safety and rights of others.

If a student is disruptive to the school environment, they are asked to think about what they are doing and compare their action to the rules or procedures of wherever they are. If they persist in breaking rules, they have lost their right to be where they are and are then assigned to the Responsible Thinking Center (RTC), where they stay until they indicate to the RTC Supervisor that they are willing to follow the rules from wherever they came. They are then guided by the RTC Supervisor how to work out a plan. They will use the plan to negotiate their return with the person who was in charge of wherever they were disrupting. Students are usually permitted to go to all other classes and other areas where they have been responsible.

Parents should expect to be contacted only when their child has developed a pattern of disruptions. If the patter of disruptions continues, teachers or other staff will notify the school counselor and RTC Supervisor who will coordinate an intervention meeting that the parent must attend.

Major violations of school rules will continue to be processed according to regular disciplinary procedures.

RTC Procedures at Merritt Academy

I. Student Referrals
a. Student disruption must be specific on form.
b. Teachers must follow the scripted question process.
c. Teacher name must appear on form.
d. List time on form when student was sent to RTC.

II. Responsible Thinking Center
a. Student completes first draft of improvement plan.
b. Student reviews plan with administrator.
c. Administrator reviews classroom re-entry rules with student.
d. Student is sent back to class with completed form.

III. Student Re-entry Rules
a. Student has not earned their way back into class at this point, so they sit silently until teacher initiates the negotiation process (any further disruption will result in restart of the referral process and is grounds for automatic call home from administration).
b. Student negotiates freely with teacher.
c. If plan is accepted by teacher students re-enters classroom.
d. If teacher student does not accept plan returns to negotiation area to work on the portion of the plan that remain in negotiation. This continues until plan is accepted.

* If a student gets sent to RTC for a 2nd time in a day they will automatically spend the rest of the day in in- school suspension.

SAFE ACADEMY’S STUDENT DISCIPLINE POLICY

Merritt Academy and Merritt Academy’s Board of Directors, endeavors to ensure that Merritt Academy is a safe place for teaching, learning and working. In order to achieve this goal we have instituted a Zero Tolerance Discipline Policy. Regardless of circumstances, these policy guidelines will be followed. Merritt Academy will notify the police and take swift and appropriate disciplinary action for the following infractions:

Physical Assaults Against Academy Personnel:
Physical assault is defined as intentionally causing or attempting to cause physical harm to another through force or violence.
Any student who commits a physical assault against an Academy employee or against a person engaged as a volunteer or contractor for the Academy on Academy property, on an Academy bus or other Academy related vehicles, or at an Academy-sponsored activity or event will be suspended and may be permanently expelled for a period of not less than one hundred eighty (180) days or one full academic school year.

Physical Assaults against Students:
Physical assault is defined as intentionally causing or attempting to cause physical harm to another through force or violence.
The Academy board or designee of the Academy board shall expel any student from Merritt Academy if at Academy a student:
Possesses a dangerous weapon
Commits arson
Commits criminal sexual conduct.

Any student in 6th grade or above may be suspended or expelled for the following: · Physical assault against another student · Physical assault against an Academy Staff or Official (expel) · Verbal assault, as defined by Academy board policy, against an Academy Official or Staff member
Bomb threat or similar threat
Other serious in nature offense which significantly jeopardizes the student, other students, staff, guests, or the Academy.

Verbal Assaults:
Verbal Assault means a threat of an immediate harmful or offensive touching, coupled with apparent immediate ability to commit same, and which puts a person in a reasonable apprehension of such touching, or, the use of offensive language directed at a person, where such language is likely to provoke a reasonable person to physical violence, a bomb threat (or similar threat) directed at an Academy building, other Academy property, or an Academy related event. For purposes of this policy, the definition of assault also includes written threats.

Any student in grade 6 or above who commits a verbal assault on Academy property, on an Academy bus or other Academy related vehicle, or at an Academy sponsored activity or event against an Academy employee or against a person engaged as a volunteer or contractor for the Academy shall be suspended or expelled, depending upon circumstances, for up to one hundred eighty (180) days or one full academic school year.

Criminal Sexual Conduct:
Criminal sexual conduct means sexual penetration or touching of a person’s intimate parts. Intimate parts are defined as the breast, buttock, inner thigh, and groin or genital area. The authorities will be notified, a 10-day suspension, and a referral for immediate expulsion. Notification to Child Protective Services if appropriate.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY

For the purpose of this Policy, “sexual harassment” shall mean ANY unwelcome advance of a sexual nature, requests for sexual favors, and/or verbal or physical conduct or communication of a sexual nature.

Sexual Harassment: Discriminatory harassment on the basis of sex is hereby prohibited.

Compliant Procedure: Report. A person who believes that this Policy has been violated should promptly report the alleged violation to the school administrator/principal. All alleged violations should be reported no later than sixty days from the date the person first becomes aware of the alleged incident. However, the school reserves the right to investigate and act upon reports submitted beyond the sixty day period.

School Action: The school administrator/principal and a representative from the educational service provider (ESP), shall assist in the complainant to pursue effective resolution of the complaint. This may be handled through an informal or formal process, depending on the severity of the situation. In the event that the administrator or representative from the ESP or among the persons complained of, their positions shall be filled by a member of the Board of Directors, as determined by the Board.

Informal Process: The complaint shall be handled by an informal process unless the situation complained of is deemed so severe by the investigating team or the Board of Directors as to require a formal process, or the complainant demands a formal process, or the action complained of would constitute a criminal act if proven true. The informal process shall involve the investigating team meeting with the alleged offender and all other persons or parties as it deems appropriate, this includes meeting with the student without a parent/guardian present. The alleged offender(s) shall be informed of the complaint and the complainant has requested resolution. If the complaint is resolved to the satisfaction of all parties, no further action will be taken unless required by law or if deemed appropriate by the investigating team. If all parties are not satisfied with the action taken, a formal complaint can then be made by any of the parties.

Formal Complaint: A formal complaint must be signed and clearly state the nature of the alleged offense, the name of the alleged defender and the specifics (including time, date and location of the incident(s)). The formal complaint must be filed with the investigating team. If the investigating team deems that the circumstances require action, the complaint will be investigated in a timely and thorough manner to protect the rights of both the complainant and the alleged harasser(s). In the course of the investigation, the following process will be followed:

a) The investigating team will attempt to convene as soon as is reasonably possible after the filing of the formal complaint.
b) The investigating team will attempt to gather all appropriate facts in as timely a manner as is reasonably possible.
c) The investigating team will report to the board at the next regularly scheduled board meeting, or if the investigating team and the Board President deem appropriate, at a special meeting of the board.
d) The board shall determine appropriate action to be taken.

Sanctions: The person(s) who is found to have violated this Policy may be subject to sanctions which may include, but need not be limited to, suspension, removal from school environments/activities/events, expulsion from the school, banishment from the campus, and/or dismissal from service at the school. Violators may also be subject to civil action or criminal prosecution.

Confidentiality: Discretion will be exercised. However, there can be no guarantee of confidentiality or anonymity since any investigation will involve discussions with other parties. Information about the complainant giving rise to the complaint will be reviewed only as investigatory and disciplinary processes require, or as otherwise required by law or courts having competent jurisdiction. Confidentiality will be observed to the extent permitted by law and to the extent consistent with protecting the welfare of the School Community and the interest of the school. However, the investigating team, the Board and/or the school administrator/principal may report the incident to appropriate authorities as they deem necessary or appropriate.

CHILD ABUSE OR NEGLECT

Child abuse or neglect means harm or threatened harm to a child’s health or welfare by a parent, or legal guardian, or any other person responsible for the child’s health or welfare, or by an educator or educator’s abide.

Suspected child abuse and or neglect must be reported to CPS . (See Merritt Academy’s Child Abuse and Neglect policy)

EDUCATOR EMPOWERMENT TO SUSPEND

Pursuant to MCL 380.1309(2), the type of conduct of which educators may unilaterally suspend students in grades 6 and above from a class subject or activity for up to one day, is expressly limited to misconduct involving a physical assault committed against another student or other Academy personnel. Physical assault is defined as intentional causing or attempting to cause physical harm to another through force or violence. Following an educator initiated suspension; the educator shall send the student to the principal’s office, immediately report the suspension and reason for the same to the principal. The educator shall schedule as soon as possible a conference with the student’s parent(s)/guardian(s) and the principal to discuss the suspension. The educator and administrator(s) shall be in attendance at the conference. Any student suspended pursuant to this policy shall not be allowed to return to the class from which he or she was suspended from until the passage of one full Academy day from the time of the student’s infraction unless otherwise permitted to return by the educator who ordered the suspension and the Academy principal’s concurrence. Further, suspended students under this section shall not be permitted, during the term of the suspension to attend other classes in the Academy building or extracurricular activities, unless the principal or designee permits the student to continue the Academy day under appropriate supervision. This policy does not negate the principal’s discretion to impose a multiple day suspension or expulsion beyond the educator’s statutorily limited suspension period when the student’s conduct warrants more severe disciplinary action in the principal’s sole discretion.

Application to Students with Disabilities This policy shall be applied in a manner consistent with the rights secured under federal and state law to students who are determined to be eligible for special education programs and services.

STUDENT BEHAVIOR CODE

Students are expected to follow the rules and regulations of the Student Code of Conduct . The Academy will uphold the code and will exercise proper discretion as it pertains to each incident. For further information on expulsion and due process, see the main office.

Self-discipline is our goal for all of the students of Merritt Academy. To encourage the development of this virtue, positive reinforcement will be used. Students are expected to follow the rules and regulations of Merritt Academy. The Academy will uphold the code and will exercise proper discretion as it pertains to each in student.

DEFINITION OF DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS:

Conference with student: Conferences are held for all disciplinary problems. Usually it is also a first step for minor violations resulting in a warning being issued. All behaviors and resolutions will be documented.

Parent Conferences: A parent conference can be personal or by phone. This can be used as a second disciplinary action or can be required for other violations. All conferences and resolutions will be documented.

Referrals: If a resolution is not created, student will be referred to school administration by any staff member within the school. All students will be responsible for returning their referral with a parent/guardian signature by the next school day. If not returned they may be asked to serve an in house suspension until all required paperwork is returned.

In-School Suspension: For chronic irresolvable or major discipline problems, a student will remain in the office for the entire duration. They will work on a writing assignment given to them by the administrator without talking. They are to ask permission to leave for any reason and will be required to eat their lunch in the office. They will receive an unexcused absence for any time served. Work completed during in- school suspension may earn full credit.

Rules for In-House Suspension
1. Students will sit in their assigned seats given to them by the office staff.
2. Students will be in the in-house room by the first hour bell.
3. While in the in-house room there will be no talking, note writing or any other type of communication.
4. Students are responsible for keeping their area clean. Any waste can be kept on their desk top until their break time or end of the school day.
5. Students are not allowed to leave their seat unless they have permission to do so.
6. Restroom and drinking fountain breaks will be at 10:00 and 1:00 only and will be limited to 5 minutes. If abuse of this privilege occurs they can lose the remainder of their privileges.
7. There is no food allowed in the in-house room except for the designated lunch period.
8. If a student refuses to follow the in-house rules they will be given an out of school suspension.
9. If a student is absent the scheduled day of in-house or misses any part of the day, they will make up any absent time the next day in attendance.

Suspension: For chronic, irresolvable or severe discipline problems. A student who is suspended out of school will be required to remain in the office until picked up by a parent or guardian. While in the office they will follow the same routine as an In-School suspension. Once serving their out of school suspension they are not to be on school grounds during or after school or attend any after school activities. They are to make up all missed assignments and have the same number of days to complete it as they are absent. They will receive an unexcused absence for any time served. Work may be completed for a maximum of 50% credit.

Expulsion from the Academy: In extreme cases, expulsion from the Academy may be necessary. A student who is expelled may not return to the school for a time period equivalent to one full academic school year. After the expulsion is completed, it is up to the Academy to permit re-enrollment into the Academy.

DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS AND MINIMUM PENALTIES

Every student has the innate right to an education free from being threatened in any fashion. In addition, every teacher has the right to teach just as every student has the right to learn. Any disruption to this process will not be tolerated. The following is a list of some unacceptable student behaviors and the suggested minimum starting penalties. Should a violation not be listed, administrative discretion will be exercised and proper penalty imposed for the violation. Violations may have different circumstances and therefore administrative discretion may be imposed to apply appropriate consequences and penalties to each individual situation to ensure fairness.

If a student misses class for an in school or out of school suspension, they are responsible for speaking with their teacher and making up the work from the class period(s) they missed.

OFFENSE/DEFINITION CONSEQUENCE RANGE WEAPONS USAGE, ARSON, CRIMINAL SEXUAL CONDUCT

If a student possesses a dangerous weapon in a weapon free school zone (on school property and/or a vehicle used by a school to transport students to or from school property), or commits arson or criminal sexual conduct in a school building or on school grounds, the student must be expelled from school permanently, subject to possible reinstatement provided for in the law.
Any student who commits a physical assault against an Academy employee or against a person engaged as a volunteer or contractor for the Academy on Academy property, on an Academy bus or other Academy related vehicles, or at an Academy sponsored activity or even will be suspended and may be permanently expelled for a period of not less than one hundred eighty (180) days or one full academic school year.

WEAPONS USAGE

An instrument of attack and being used to cause serious harm to students, staff, or any person on school grounds.
Contact Authorities—10 day suspension and referral for immediate expulsion. Notification to Child Protective Services if appropriate.

ARSON

The willful act of setting something on fire.
Contact Authorities—10 day suspension and referral for immediate expulsion. Notification to Child Protective Services if appropriate.

CRIMINAL SEXUAL CONDUCT
Sexual penetration or touching of a person’s intimate parts. Intimate parts are defined as the breast, buttock, inner thigh, and groin or genital area.
Contact Authorities—10 day suspension and referral for immediate expulsion. Notification to Child Protective Services if appropriate. Roughhousing/Verbal Confrontation: Exhibiting physically aggressive or unsafe behavior including acting carelessly and putting others in danger; instigating or engaging in verbal confrontations where abusive, vulgar, irreverent, lewd, or indecent conduct, including gestures, pictures, stories, or language is used. Removal from class for a designated time period to 5 day out of school suspension. Fighting: An extreme act of physical aggression that is designed to seriously harm or injure another person. Up to 10 day out of school suspension and recommendation for expulsion.

Insubordination:
Deliberate refusal to follow a reasonable request or order by an Academy personnel, documented by the Academy personnel and submitted administration. Removal from class to dismissal from Academy for continued violation.

Disrespect Towards Authority:
To use inappropriate voice tone, voice level, language, insinuations, mockery, gestures, threats, intimidation, etc. 1 day suspension to dismissal from Merritt; with an additional day for each additional occurrence up to 10 with referral for expulsion. Harassment: To disturb persistently; torment, as with troubles or cares; bother continually; pester; persecute. *Please refer to the section on bullying for additional information 1 day suspension to expulsion based on the severity of the offense. Notification to authorities, if appropriate.

Destruction of School Property or Teacher Property:
1 day suspension to expulsion from Merritt Academy, authorities will be called if excessive damage is done.

Serious Threats:
Written or verbal threats toward self, another person’s life or well being, or the school.
Minimum 3 day suspension – not to return to school until psychological evaluation determined not a threat to self or others. Expulsion may occur based on the severity of the offense. Notification to authorities and/or Child Protective Services, if appropriate.

Sexual Harassment:
The making of offensive sexual advances, touching of personal areas, or of sexually offensive remarks or acts, that make another person feel uncomfortable.
1 day suspension to expulsion based on the severity of the offense. Notification to authorities and/or Child Protective Services, if appropriate.

Forgery:
Falsely making or altering a writing by which the legal rights or obligations of another person are apparently affected; simulated signing of another person’s name to any such writing whether or not it is also the forger’s name.

Consequence is at the discretion of the school staff/administration. Notification of authorities, if appropriate.

Profanity or Obscenities:
The use of abusive, vulgar, irreverent, lewd, or indecent conduct, including gestures, pictures, stories, or language.

A student receives a verbal warning for their first offence. After this initial, documented warning all other incidents will result in an in school suspension.

Harassment or Bullying:
is any gesture or written, verbal, graphic, or physical act (including electronically transmitted acts – ie: internet, cell phone, personal digital assistant (pda), or wireless hand held device) that is reasonably perceived as being motivated either by any actual or perceived characteristic, such as race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression; or a mental, physical or sensory disability or impairment; or by any other distinguishing characteristic. This also includes ANY behavior that could be perceived as being aimed at intimidating, threatening, or coercing another person. Such behavior is considered harassment or bullying whether it takes place on or off school property, at any school-sponsored function, or in a school vehicle. Merritt Academy adheres to a ZERO TOLERANCE BULLYING POLICY.

1 day out of school suspension to dismissal from Merritt; notification to authorities, if appropriate/necessary.

Weapons Possession:
An instrument of attack used to cause serious harm to another.

Notification to authorities.
10 day out of school suspension up to dismissal from Merritt. Notification to Child Protective Services if appropriate/necessary.

Stealing:
To take (the property of another or others) without permission or right, especially secret or by force.
1 day out of school suspension up to recommendation for expulsion AND return of items or cost of missing items. Items stolen worth over $100 must be reported to local authorities.

Alcohol:
Possession, consumption (or under the influence), or distribution of an intoxicating liquid containing some form of alcohol.

5 day out of school suspension up to dismissal from Merritt. Notification to authorities and/or Child Protective Services if appropriate.
Drugs/paraphernalia: Possession or distribution of a chemical substance, illegal or otherwise, that affects the central nervous system causing changes in any behavior and often addiction or possession of any equipment used in making, using, or concealing such a substance.

10 day suspension and referral for immediate expulsion from Merritt Academy. Notification to authorities and/or Child Protective Services, if appropriate.

Trespassing/Loitering:
Students and parents being on school grounds fifteen (15) minutes after dismissal or after a school related function, even in a vehicle.

Verbal warning; reported to local authorities; after 3 incidents child protective services will be notified; Dismissal from Merritt.

Tobacco Possession:
and/or use of tobacco containing product including cigarettes, chewing tobacco, or other. Merritt Academy is a drug free school zone.

Out of school suspension Up to 10 days and/or recommendation for dismissal from Merritt

Plagiarism and Academic Dishonesty:
To copy or present someone else’s work as your own OR to not be able to distinguish your work from a group of students you are working with.
· receive a zero on the assignment · serve an ISS · parents will be notified

Leaving school without proper authorization:
Leaving the premises of the school without following check-out protocols.

In school suspension to three days out of school suspension

Skipping Class/Loitering:
Being out of class during instructional time without a pass, arriving 5 or minutes late to class without a pass, or not attending class without proper authorization; being present in authorized areas in the building or school grounds.

In school suspension to two days out of school suspension.

Fire type materials:
Possession of Fireworks, stink bombs, lighters, matches, smoke bombs, etc. 3 day suspension to expulsion Gambling/Gambling paraphernalia: Being found in possession of gaming paraphernalia such as dice, chips, etc.; exhorting and/or collecting money under betting or unwarranted circumstances Up to 5 day out of school suspension and dismissal from Merritt Compromise of public safety (teachers, staff and students):

Exhibiting physically aggressive or unsafe behavior including acting carelessly and putting others in danger; disregard for directives and/or authoritative figure. Out of school suspension to expulsion. Notification to authorities and/or Child Protective Services, if appropriate. Dismissal from Merritt. Cell Phone: Possessing or using a cell phone for any purpose during school hours · First offense the item will be returned to the student after speaking with administration · Second offense the item will be returned to a parent or guardian · Third offense the item will need to be turned in at the beginning of the school day and picked up at the end of the school day Peddling – To engage in the unlawful sale of goods or services; carrying goods from place to place for resale without a permit or license. Up to 3 day out of school suspension Dress Code Violation – Out of compliance with proper Merritt uniform defined in the Student Code of Conduct Please refer to the Merritt Academy Dress Code Policy.

PARENT GRIEVANCES

Any and all parent concerns and grievances should be brought to the attention of the teacher. If, after consultation and discussion with the teacher, the parent feels the matter has not been satisfactorily settled, the parent may bring the matter to the attention of the Vice-Principal. If, after consultation and discussion with the Vice Principal, the parent feels the matter has still not been satisfactorily settled, the parent may make a written appeal to the Principal. The Principal will respond in writing informing the parent if and when the hearing of the grievance will take place. If appropriate the grievance will be relayed to the Merritt Superintendent and/or the Merritt Board of Directors. Please be aware that the Merritt Academy Principal, Superintendent, and Board members are in their official capacity to respond to the grievance when and only when they are meeting formally regarding it. Individually (in the hallways, at games, on the telephone, etc) they are not to discuss official business of this nature as it would be considered inappropriate.

EARLY AGE PERMANENT WITHDRAWL FROM SCHOOL

Michigan law requires attendance of each student until sixteen (16) years of age, it is in the best interests of both students and the community that they complete the educational program that will equip them with skills and increase their chances for a successful and fulfilling life beyond Merritt.

Any student leaving Merritt will have an exit interview scheduled with the principal to determine the reason for leaving. The principal will make every effort to extend counseling to the student and family, define goals for the student in a written plan, provide information of a local G.E.D. program and assure the student of the timely return of all school-owned supplies and equipment they may still possess.

No student under the age of eighteen (18) is permitted to withdraw without the written consent of a parent or the approval from the principal.

For all other Academy policies approved by the Board of Directors, feel free to request a time to review the Board Policy Manual with the Board of Directors Recording Secretary or the Academy Principal.

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Learning Services

MERRITT ACADEMY

Process for determining the existence of a specific learning disability.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2010

Requirement to Make Public School District Processes for Determining the Existence of a Specific Learning Disability.

Consistent with the Individuals with Disabilities Act of 2004 (IDEA) regulation § 300.307(a), the Office of Special Education and Early Intervention Services has established the criteria that must be followed to determine the existence of a Specific Learning Disability (SLD). Furthermore, on or before September 1, 2010, each local educational agency (LEA) and public school academy (PSA) must publicly post on their web site, or make public through other means, the process or combination of processes which will be used by the LEA or PSA to determine the existence of a SLD. (§ 300.307(b) and § 300.600(d)

Each local district and public school academy in Michigan is required to publicly post the process used to determine the existence of a Specific Learning Disability (SLD). The goal of this document is to outline Merritt Academy’s process for determining the existence of a specific learning disability. In 2008, the State of Michigan modified the definition of a learning disability to (1) no longer require the use of a severe discrepancy between intellectual ability and achievement, (2) permit the use of a process based on the student's response to scientific, research-based intervention, and (3) to permit the use of other alternative research-based procedures. The core of the definition remained:

Specific learning disability” means a disorder in 1 or more of the basic psychological processes involved in understanding or in using language, spoken or written, that may manifest itself in the imperfect ability to listen, think, speak, read, write, spell, or to do mathematical calculations, including conditions such as perceptual disabilities, brain injury, minimal brain dysfunction, dyslexia, and developmental aphasia. Specific learning disability does not include learning problems that are primarily the result of visual, hearing, or motor disabilities, of cognitive impairment, of emotional impairment, of autism spectrum disorder, or of environmental, cultural, or economic disadvantage.

This model follows the Michigan Department of Education guidance and federal regulations for the identification of Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD) emphasizes the comprehensive, full and individual evaluation as a process of data collection that includes multiple methods of assessing student performance with input from parents, teachers, teacher consultants, speech language pathologists, school psychologists and other pertinent staff. The purpose of the evaluation is to gather the best and most comprehensive information possible to make valid and appropriate recommendations as to the student's eligibility for special education and, more importantly, provide educationally relevant recommendations for instructional strategies, supports and services.

The following factors should be considered as part of an evaluation for specific learning disabilities at Merritt Academy: Instructional Quality, Level of Proficiency on State Standards, Rate/Level of Progress, Observation, Response to Intervention, and Exclusionary Factors.

Figure 1. Factors to be considered in the Identification of Students Learning and Instructional Needs.

Instructional Quality: Federal law requires schools to ensure that students were provided with appropriate, evidence-based instruction that is delivered by a highly qualified teacher as defined by federal criteria.

Level of Proficiency State Standards: Student progress in learning state standards is a fundamental consideration for instructional planning and for understanding student educational performance levels. The team considers the student's level of proficiency with state standards, as measured by state assessments and/or district benchmarking assessments. Rate/Level of Progress: Data representing repeated measures of student performance are analyzed to determine the probability of a specific learning disability. Repeated measures of student rate/level of progress may include progress monitoring data, benchmark assessments, classroom assessments, or other measures that occur at reasonable intervals.

Observation: An observation of the student of concern must address academic performance and behavior in the specific areas of difficulty. The observation must be conducted in the student’s learning environment as determined by the evaluation team.

Response to Intervention: Academic interventions, whether formalized in school procedures or through teacher efforts to provide supplementary instruction, must be documented with attention to the fidelity of the efforts to impact student achievement. A lack of sufficient progress in response to increasingly intensive research based interventions may indicate the need to consider further evaluation for specific learning disabilities.

Figure 2. Merritt Academy’s RtI Model Sample District Plan

Exclusionary Factors: Before making attributions of disability within the student, the team must consider all other factors that could explain the performance patterns and the lack of student response to instruction. The team must consider the student's progress in the context of his/her opportunity, past experiences, sensory, health, language, culture, school attendance and developmental challenges. Sample District Plan

Evaluation Plan: The districts will insure that a multisource, multi-method full and individual evaluation consistent with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) evaluation procedures and additional requirements for evaluations and reevaluations is conducted.

The evaluation planning process will incorporate the gathering of information from the variety of sources.. The evaluation plan follows from a review of the existing and relevant educational data. Following data gathering, the multidisciplinary evaluation teams will determine the students’ eligibility by reviewing the student’s pattern of strengths and weaknesses and response to intervention. The multidisciplinary evaluation teams will include instructional recommendations as part of the evaluation process.

Summary

In summary, this document outlines the Merritt Academy’s process for determining the existence of a specific learning disability. The integration of the aforementioned areas as part of the comprehensive evaluation leads to the development of educationally relevant recommendations for the student, whether determined eligible as a student with a Specific Learning Disability or not. A comprehensive evaluation should carefully review all evidence from multiple sources over time to make a thoughtful, ethical, and valid determination of eligibility.

Definitions: Response to Scientific, Research-Based Intervention: is a process to determine if a student has a SLD. This process involves the collection of data to determine the following:
§ The student does not achieve adequately for the student’s age or to meet State approved gradelevel standards in one or more of the areas identified at 34 CFR §300.309(a)(1)(i) when provided with learning experiences and instruction appropriate for the student’s age or State-approved grade-level standards. § The student does not make sufficient progress to meet age or State-approved grade-level standards in one or more of the areas identified at 34 CFR §300.309(a)(1)(i) when using a process based on the student’s response to scientific, research-based intervention.

Pattern of Strengths and Weaknesses: a process that is used to determine if a student has a SLD. This process involves the collection of data to determine the following:

§ The student does not achieve adequately for the student’s age or to meet State approved gradelevel standards in one or more of the areas identified at 34 CFR §300.309(a)(1)(i) when provided with learning experiences and instruction appropriate for the student’s age or State-approved grade-level standards. § The student exhibits a pattern of strengths and weaknesses in performance, achievement, or both, relative to age, State-approved grade-level standards, or intellectual development, that is determined by the Multi-disciplinary Evaluation Team (MET) to be relevant to the identification of a SLD, using appropriate assessments, consistent with the IDEA Evaluation Procedures and Additional Requirements for Evaluations and Reevaluations.

Source: Michigan Department of Education Office of Special Education and Early Intervention Services (2010). Michigan criteria for determining the existence of a specific learning disability. Lansing, MI: Author.

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K-5 Handbook

2015 – 2016 School Year K – 5th Grade Handbook

Merritt Academy
59900 Havenridge Rd.
New Haven, MI 48048
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WELCOME to the Home of the Mustangs! Welcome to Merritt Academy! Our staff is looking forward to providing your child with every educational opportunity for maximum growth in the academic and social-emotional areas. Our goal is to provide meaningful instruction, positive for you and your child.

Merritt Academy Mission Statement

The mission of Merritt Academy is to instill in its students academic excellence, character development, a love for lifelong learning and service to others.

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Academy School Hours Grades K-5 7:45 AM – 3:15 PM
Grades 6-12 7:45 AM – 3:15 PM
Academy School Office Hours Mon-Fri 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Merritt Academy Founder John Romine

Merritt Academy Board of Directors Karen Bochatyn, President Amy White-Jones, Vice President Kenneth Raulston, Treasurer Karen Boska, Secretary Lisa Bonett, Board Member

Administration

Nathan Seiferlein, Principal This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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September 8 First day of school 7:45-3:15
September 25 Homecoming Game 5:00 pm
October 15-16 Conferences (progress reports handed out) 3:30-6:30 pm
November 25-29 Thanksgiving Break NO SCHOOL
December 10 Report cards mailed home
December 23-January 3 Christmas Break NO SCHOOL
January 28-29 Conferences (progress reports handed out) 3:30-6:30
February 5 & 8 Mid-Winter Break NO SCHOOL
March 17 Report cards mailed home
March 25 Good Friday NO SCHOOL
April 2-10 Spring Break NO SCHOOL
April 29 Progress reports sent home
May 30 Memorial Day NO SCHOOL
June 2 Academic Night 6:00 pm
June 3 Graduation 6:00 pm
June 14 Last Day of School 7:45-3:15

OVERVIEW OF GENERAL INFORMATION

The regular school day begins at 7:45 and ends at 3:15. Breakfast will be served in the cafeteria from 7:20am7:40 am. Students will be permitted in the school for breakfast at 7:00 and are to report directly to the cafeteria if they want to participate. Breakfast is a pre-order system and families qualify for free/reduced status according to the same guidelines followed for lunch.

BREAKFAST IS OVER AT 7:40.

Regular Daily Schedule (K-5th Grades)

Each student will have a minimum of twenty minutes to complete his or her lunch. There are 4 lunch periods for grades k-12:
1st Lunch - 11:20-11:50 2nd Lunch - 12:00-12:25 3rd Lunch – 12:30-12:50 4th Lunch – 12:57-1:17

ADMISSION INTO ACADEMY

During the school year, parents wishing to enroll their child into Merritt are required to complete an application and provide all necessary documentation including proof of Michigan residency. If space is available, the parent will receive an acceptance letter for their child. If space is not available, the child will be placed on the waiting list and called in the order they signed in (based on date and time of submitted application).

During public enrollment for the proceeding school year, parents must also complete the application and provide all necessary documentation including proof of Michigan residency. However, if space is not available, children will be admitted on the basis of the lottery system according to the Board of Directors policy. Before Open Enrollment current parents are provided a form that must be returned to hold their child’s spot for the upcoming school year. All parents will be required to complete a form to reserve their child’s placement for the following school year.

PARENT INVOLVEMENT AND COMMITMENT

By enrolling your child at Merritt Academy, you have chosen to participate in a unique educational experience that actively involves both you and your child. We ask that you demonstrate your commitment to Merritt Academy by… · Ensuring your child will attend school on a regular basis. He/she should attend school unless he/she is unable to function at school due to illness. We also ask that you schedule vacation in conjunction with school breaks and holidays. · Ensuring your child will be on time to school each day. Being on time is critical to minimizing interruptions to instruction and learning time for all children in a class. One child being 5 minutes late each day means a loss of two full school days in a school year for the entire class. Consider the loss over time when there are multiple tardies. Respect the need to have your child at school on time. · Provide your child with the necessary materials and time to complete assignments requiring library references, computer access and other research materials. See that your child is dressed properly in adherence to the dress code policy. Attend conferences and communicate with your child’s teachers to monitor progress and to address questions and concerns as they occur. Read and return, on time, as requested, all informational materials sent home by the school and classroom teacher in order to ensure good communication. Adhering to policies and procedures within this handbook and at the school including behavior in the parking lot and on school grounds. Responding respectfully and appropriately to all staff, students, parents, and guests within the Merritt community and at the school.

Complaint Procedure:
If you have a disagreement with a teacher or the administration, you should make every attempt to settle the problem with that person, without involving others. Should it not be settled, the two should go to the next line of authority to arbitrate the difficulty (Teacher à Vice Principal à Principal à Superintendent à Board of Directors). It is the goal of Merritt Academy to respond to complaints and problems as soon as possible.

DAILY PROCEDURES—ARRIVAL

Students should arrive at school between 7:30 am and 7:35 am, however students will not be permitted to enter the building until 7:30am. Students arriving before 7:30 must report to the main hallway in the high school. Students need to enter the building in an orderly fashion, they may not run, shout, or otherwise act in a disorderly manner. All students wearing hats need to remove them upon entering the building.

Prompt arrival into the classroom is essential. Classroom entry doors open at 7:30 am and all students arriving tardy to school will be directed through the main office to their classrooms. Students may go directly to their homeroom until 7:55 am. At 7:55 am, parents must sign students in and the student may proceed to their classroom. Once class has begun, it is distracting to the other students to have their classmates entering the room late so please make every effort to have your child to school on time.

Parents of K-5th grade students may drop off their children at their designated entry doors. Upon arriving to school, all students are expected to remain outside of the school facility until 7:30 am unless registered for Latch Key or accompanied by an adult.

AM & PM FACILITY SAFETY PROCEDURES

Parents are to follow the mapped out drop off and pick up procedures. They are not to park in undesignated spots. Students and parents are only to use the main entrance doors for entering & exiting the building between 8:00 am and 3:15pm. Parents are expected to exit the classrooms by 7:45 in order for the school day to progress. All visitors during this time MUST report to the main office and sign in. No visitors will be permitted into the classroom corridors without prior approval. This is for the protection of all students and staff in the building.

LUNCH

Each student will have a minimum of twenty minutes to complete his or her lunch. Students are expected to follow the Lunch Room Code of Conduct and respect all adults that are Merritt staff or parent volunteers when enforcing this Code.

Students are expected to stay in the lunchroom and ask permission before leaving the lunchroom. Students are to use quiet voices when conversing with other students, yelling across the table or room is not acceptable. Students are expected to use good table manners while at lunch and to clean up their area after eating.

Any student that does not follow the Code of Conduct will be referred to RTC or the Administration. Continual problems will result in loss of cafeteria privileges and the student will be required to eat in the school office or other assigned area with their parent/guardian if necessary.

A daily hot lunch program is offered to all students at Merritt from an outside food service. Menus are distributed to parents monthly. Payment for lunches must be made in advance according to the lunch schedule. No lunches can be purchased the same day.

Furthermore, at no time are caffeinated beverages, energy drinks, or other similar products permitted for students.

RECESS

For grades K-5, students have recess for approximately twenty minutes. Recess is held in the playground or blacktop area behind the school. Students are required to stay in the designated recess area and follow all school policies. All students are required to participate in the recess time. Please make sure they are dressed appropriately for the weather. Students will go outside for recess when the wind chill is 15 degrees or above.

In the event of rain or wind chill is below 15 degrees, recess will be held in the student’s classroom.

DISMISSAL

At no time will the Academy permit a student to be dismissed without a parent/guardian. Students are not permitted to walk home or leave with a friend without written parent/guardian permission and approval in the main office. Repeated offenses will be turned over to the principal and school social worker for review and follow-up.

Students in grades K-5 are dismissed from the classroom at 3:15pm. Parents are required to follow the parking lot instructions for dismissal. All students not picked up by 3:25pm will be sent to Latch Key. If the student’s are not registered for Latch Key they will be sent to the office. If students are left here for long periods of time or on repeated occasions, the authorities will be called to pick up the student. Students will not be permitted to walk home without administrative approval. Administrative approval requires signed written permission from a parent/guardian for consideration.

INDIVIDUAL STUDENT DISMISSAL

Students will be dismissed from their classroom to a parent/guardian or emergency contact until the age of 18. Students will not be dismissed to any other adult or peer unless prior written arrangements are made with the Academy office. This procedure will guarantee the safety and well being of all students. Parent/Guardian is required to go to the office to pick up their child from the Academy at times other than normal arrival and dismissal. The Parent/Guardian is not to go directly to the classroom but report to the office where they will be required to sign students out of the Academy. After approval from the main office, parents will be allowed to go to the classroom to pick up their child. Parents should not go to the classroom to pick up the student. This causes disruption to the learning environment.

Students Signing Out

When a parent or guardian gives permission for their student to leave school for emergency or medical appointments, the following must be adhered to for dismissal:
1. If parent/guardian is picking the student up, the parent/guardian needs to come into the main office (ID will be required) and sign the student out.
2. If the student has a vehicle at school the parent/guardian can call the main office and speak to the office staff. The office staff will then call the student out of class and sign them out. The student must bring in a written note from the parent the next day and the office staff will call parent to verify note.
3. Parents can write a note stating the date, time of dismissal, reason for dismissal, and phone number where the parent can be reached. The student must bring the note to the office in the MORNING. The office staff will call and confirm with the parent to ensure safety of our students. If we are unable to reach a parent to confirm the note, the student WILL NOT BE RELEASED.

TELEPHONE

THE ACADEMY VISITORS Adult visitors are always welcome. However, we are interested in knowing who is in the building and require all visitors to register in the office and wear a visitor’s badge. Students or parents from other schools or Academies wishing to visit must make prior arrangements with the principal and a fifteen-minute observation will be scheduled with an educator. Any visitors that will be spending more than four hours in a week at the Academy will be required to meet all criminal/background screening at the cost of the visitor. This is to ensure the safety of all Merritt students and staff.

VOLUNTEER POLICY The Educational Service Provider recognizes that certain programs and activities can be enhanced through the use of volunteers who have particular knowledge or skills that will be helpful to members of the professional staff responsible for the conduct of those programs and activities.

The Principal in cooperation with the Educational Service Provider shall be responsible for recruiting volunteers, reviewing their capabilities, and making appropriate placements. S/He shall not be obligated to make use of volunteers whose abilities are not in accord with school needs. The Administration shall conduct appropriate background checks on all volunteers in the same manner as required for other professional staff for any volunteer that is assigned to the school for more than four hours per week.

The Administration is to inform each volunteer that s/he: · Shall agree to abide by all Board policies and school guidelines while on duty as a volunteer including signing, if appropriate, the School’s Network and Internet Access Agreement Forms; Will be covered under the School’s liability policy but the School cannot provide any type of health insurance to cover illness or accident incurred while serving as a volunteer, nor is the person eligible for workers compensation; Will be asked to sign a form releasing the School of any obligation should the volunteer become ill or receive an injury as a result of his/her volunteer services. To attend the appropriate training for the assigned tasks prior to volunteer services at the school. The Administration shall also ensure that each volunteer is properly informed of the School’s appreciation for his/her time efforts in assisting the operation of the School

THE ACADEMY EMERGENCY CLOSINGS

Parents will also receive a phone call from the IRIS system informing them of any school closing information or emergency.

TEXTBOOKS AND SUPPLIES

HOMEWORK

REQUEST FOR HOMEWORK

A request for homework for a child that is ill should be made in the morning. This will allow time for the educator to organize the materials. Homework may be picked up in the office at the end of the day. Our educators will make every effort to have homework ready to be picked up in the office at the end of the day. Please remember that much of the learning at Merritt Academy is done in a hands-on and experiential way and many times cannot be sent home to be completed. That is why it is vital that all students are at school as much as possible.

If homework is requested in advance for an extended period of time the classroom teacher needs at least one weeks notice. All work that is provided should be turned in when the child returns to school. Only one or two additional days will be granted to turn in work received ahead of time.

COMMUNICATION

Parents can now access up to date information on their student’s progress via the web. A letter will be sent home at the beginning of the school year for each student providing a user name and password. Additional copies can be requested in the office. Just visit powerschool.merritt-academy.org/public, enter in your ID and password, and you will have access to grades and attendance, information on individual assignments. This is a great way to stay on top of what is happening with your student!

Check the school website, www.merritt-academy.org for updated information on the Academy and student activities.

STUDENT RECORD “RIGHTS”

STUDENT RECORDS

MOVING?

We want to know: New address and phone number, Date of the move, Name of the new school, Students are expected to return all library and textbooks, settle all outstanding debts, and collect all personal items

In the event that the above is not returned the student’s records will not be transferred and the last report card will not be mailed to the parent/guardian.

SCHOOL-WIDE POLICIES

CELLULAR PHONES, MP3 Players, IPODs, and Other ELECTRONIC DEVICES

At no time are students permitted to bring pagers, cellular phones, video games, musical electronic listening devices or any other electronic devices into the classroom. They are to be kept turned off and in lockers. Failure to follow policy will result in disciplinary action and forfeit of device to the academy. Merritt will not accept responsibility for the personal items of students lost, stolen, or confiscated. First offense the item will be taken and returned to student after a meeting with administration. Second offense the item will be returned to parent or guardian · Third offense-the item must be turned in at the office for the school day. Refusing to surrender a cell phone will result in further disciplinary action.

STUDENT CAMERAS

For the safety and well being of all of our students, student cameras are not permitted at school. We recognize the importance of school day memories and will designate specific dates and events which cameras will be permitted for. This will require teacher supervision of the photographs being taken as well as administrative approval. Please understand that we want to ensure the safety and well being of every student at Merritt and that circumstances such as the internet and other predators are at large and we want to protect and ensure you are aware of exposure of your child.

Students in possession of cameras that are not approved by administration will be confiscated and if necessary pictures deleted prior to release of camera to parent/guardian.

INTERNET USE POLICY

Merritt Academy adheres to the federal requirements and guidelines stipulated under Title XVII— Children's Internet Protection Act.

C. Unacceptable Uses The following uses are considered unacceptable:

1. Personal Safety and Personal Privacy Students will not post personal contact information. This includes students’ address, school address, telephone number, and name on the Internet. This includes other people as well as the student. Students will promptly disclose to the teacher any message or website that is inappropriate or makes students feel uncomfortable.
2. Illegal Activities Students will not attempt to gain unauthorized access to Merritt Academy Network or to any other system through the network beyond authorized access. Students will not attempt to deliberately disrupt the computer system or destroy data by spreading computer viruses or by any other means. Students will not use the network to engage in any other illegal act, such as arranging for illegal activities or threatening the safety of other people.
3. System Security No software is to be downloaded on the computers at any time without explicit consent of the system administrator.
4. Inappropriate Language Restrictions against inappropriate language apply to public messages, private messages, and material posted on Web pages. Students will not use obscene, profane, vulgar, rude, threatening or disrespectful language. Students will not post information that could cause damage or a danger of disruption. Students will not engage in personal attacks, including prejudicial or discriminatory attacks. Students will not harass another person. Students will not knowingly post false or defamatory information about another person or organization.
5. Respecting Resources Using the computer systems and Internet is a privilege. Students need to respect the computer by using it appropriately.
6. Plagiarism Students will not plagiarize works that they find on the Internet or any other print source. Plagiarism is taking the ideas or writings of others and presenting them as if they were your own.
7. Copyright Students will respect the rights of copyright owners. Copyright infringement occurs when you inappropriately reproduce a work that is protected by a copyright. If a work contains language that specifies appropriate use of that work, students should follow the expressed requirements. If students are unsure or have questions, they should ask a teacher.
8. Inappropriate Access to Material Students will not access material that is designated for adult use only or is profane or obscene, that advocates illegal or dangerous acts, or discrimination towards other people. If students mistakenly access inappropriate information, they should immediately tell the teacher. This will protect students against a claim that they have intentionally violated the rules.

D. Disciplinary Actions Students should only expect limited privacy in the contents of personal files or records of Web research. Routine maintenance and monitoring of the network may lead to discovery that you have violated the Policy, the school disciplinary code or the law. An individual search will be conducted if there is reasonable suspicion that you have violated this Policy, the Merritt Academy disciplinary code or the law.

Merritt Academy will cooperate fully with local, state, or federal officials in any investigation related to any illegal activities conducted through the school.

LOST AND FOUND

Found articles of clothing or miscellaneous articles will be placed in the lost and found areas located outside the gym in the high school or by each entrance in the middle and back buildings. The last Friday of the month all the lost and found items will be removed and donated to a local charity organization. To help alleviate the problem of lost articles, PLEASE PUT YOUR CHILD’S NAME ON ALL CLOTHING.

STUDENT SOLICITATION

Students may solicit only for the Academy-sponsored activities. All the Academy activities at the elementary level discourage door-to-door solicitation in the community. There will be no exchange of money among students for any purpose unless authorized by the office.

THE ACADEMY CELEBRATIONS

All celebrations are at the discretion of each educator and the academy administration. If you choose to have your child not participate in an activity, please speak with your child’s educator. If the activity is due to religious or other beliefs an opt-out activity will be provided for your student. At Merritt Academy, we try to recognize celebrations and traditions of many different cultures. Understanding cultural diversity is an integral part of society. If you have other suggestions for educators or the school in regards to celebrations and traditions of different cultures please let us know and we will be happy to consider the additions.

ATTENDANCE POLICIES

ATTENDANCE POLICIES & PROCEDURES

All students are expected to attend the Academy for the entire academic year. Parents are strongly discouraged from taking their students out of the Academy for family vacations.

I. ATTENDANCE
1. Parents are asked to call the Academy before 7:50 am when their child is going to be absent. This does not constitute an excused absence.
2. Whenever students are absent from the Academy, notes or medical excuses are required explaining the absence. The note should also have day, time, and phone number where the parent can be reached.
3. Parents may arrange, in advance, for absences. Prearranged absences are not automatically excused (guidelines apply for excused/unexcused absences).
4. Medical and funeral excuses only are exempt from the attendance count.
5. Students absent more than a half day from school the day of a scheduled after-school or evening sponsored activity/event will NOT be allowed to participate in that activity/event.

II. FAMILY VACATIONS:
1. We would like to encourage you to schedule family vacations at times other than when the Academy is in session. When you must schedule a family trip during Academy time, contact the educator at least one-week prior concerning how your child will complete missed assignments.
2. Work received in advance should be turned in upon return to school. One-two days additional will be granted.

III. ATTENDANCE PROCESS /TRUANCY:
1. A letter from the administration will be sent to the student’s parent/guardian on the fifth absence for the year.
2. A mandatory conference will be held between administration and the student’s parent/guardian upon the eighth absence for the year.
3. If the student reaches eleven absences throughout the year, they may be retained in the current grade level due to lack of formal instruction. The student maybe referred to the MISD truancy officer.

V. TARDY/LATE ARRIVAL/EARLY DISMISSAL:
1. Classes begin at 7:45 a.m. Students can be dropped off as early as 7:30 a.m. Students arriving in the learning environment after 7:55 a.m. will be considered tardy. Due to state guidelines, all attendance must be documented and reported to Macomb County ISD including late arrivals.
2. A letter from administration will be sent to the student’s parent/guardian on the fifth tardy per trimester.
3. A mandatory conference will be held between administration and the student’s parent/guardian upon the eighth tardy per trimester.
4. If the student reaches eleven tardies per trimester, they may be retained in the current grade level due to lack of formal instruction. The student maybe referred to the MISD truancy officer.

PROCEDURE FOR LATE ARRIVAL
1. Parents are asked to call the Academy when their child is going to be late. Upon arrival, student must report to the office, and be signed in by parent/ guardian to enter class.
2. A student will be considered absent for the morning if he/she arrives after 10:30 a.m. and for the afternoon if he/she leaves before 1:30 p.m.
3. All documentation will be maintained in the student record.

ATTENDANCE AND RETENTION

A student who has MISSED 11 DAYS OF CLASS within a given trimester MAY BE RETAINED IN THEIR CURRENT GRADE. *The Principal will issue final decision on retention at the end of the school year.

ATTENDANCE FOR RELIGIOUS INSTRUCTION

1. For religious instruction outside the school building for no more than two (2) class hours per week
2. For attendance at confirmation classes provided is twelve (12) or thirteen (13) years of age and the instructional period is no longer than five (5) months in either of those years.

Merritt Academy Attendance Policy

Elementary students will be allowed 24 undocumented absences per year. Once they reach that number they will be considered truant. For middle and high school student s will be allowed 8 undocumented absences per trimester. Once they reach that number, they will be required to pass their exam with an 80% in said class to receive credit.

Attendance will be recorded as documented or undocumented. There is no limit to documented absences.

Documented absences will be anything where documentation can be provided such as a doctor’s note, court documents, funeral etc…

Undocumented are any other excused or unexcused absence.

DRESS CODE

DRESS CODE OVERVIEW

DRESS CODE

Fridays are Merritt Casual Days. Students may wear appropriate casual clothes to school. Clothing should not contain inappropriate graphics such as skulls or weapons. Clothing may not contain inappropriate language or suggestive messages. Casual clothes must be in good taste and appropriate in length. Open-toed shoes and sandals are not permitted at any time. Participation in Causal Day is a privilege that can be revoked to any student by school administration for any length of time deemed necessary.

DRESS CODE – Grades 6-8

The Merritt Academy dress code must be strictly followed. Uniform checks will be performed. If students come to school wearing inappropriate attire, they will be given an opportunity to fix the dress code violation. If they cannot fix the violation, a detention will be issued. Parents may be contacted and will be responsible for bringing proper clothing that same day.

Permitted attire:
1. Polo style shirts in solid navy, burgundy, light blue, gray, or white with the Merritt Academy logo.
2. Plain sweaters, plain crew neck sweatshirts, and non-hooded Merritt Academy sweatshirts may be worn over the uniform shirt and must be in the approved uniform shirt colors only.
3. Long sleeved t-shirts may be worn under the student’s uniform shirt in the approved uniform colors of solid navy, burgundy, light blue, gray, or white only. Under shirts should not be hanging out from under the uniform shirt for any reason.
4. Dress pants will be navy blue or black worn at the waist.* Knee length navy blue or black shorts, in dress pant material, are permitted until October 15th and after April 15th. Exceptions may be made in the event of unseasonably warm weather.
5. Girls may wear dress pants, skorts, skirts, or jumpers in navy blue or black. Capri style pants may be worn, but must be dress pants material, no knit or casual fabric.
6. Shoes must be solid black, brown, or navy, with no color or markings, and with closed toes and closed heels. Maximum heel or platform height is 1 inch. Socks are required.
7. Jewelry may be worn providing it is not distracting and does not present a safety hazard. Any design on jewelry must be in good taste.
* Belts will be required if students receive repeated warnings about sagging pants.

Attire that is NOT permitted:
1. Shirts worn knotted at the back or at the side or otherwise altered in appearance. Any shirt worn wrapped around the waist.
2. Any decoration on clothing other than the approved Merritt Academy logo.
3. Pants made of nylon, leather, sweat pant material, mesh, denim, or cotton knit. Jeans of any type or color. Yoga pants.
4. Ripped or torn clothing.
5. Hooded sweatshirts.
6. Clogs or open-toed shoes (sandals, flips-flops, etc.).
7. Distracting or dangerous jewelry or accessories. Eyebrow or lip piercings.
8. Sculptured/carved hairstyle (letters, signs, etc.). Mohawks. Any unnatural hair color (green, purple, etc.), including streaks or extensions.
9. Hats or visors inside the building. Bandanas or other scarfs on the head.
10. Jackets or other outerwear in the classroom.
11. Any clothing that exposes a part of the body between the neck and knees.
Students who are in violation of the dress code because of sloppiness or ‘stretching’ the rules will be corrected and a detention may be issued. If there are extenuating circumstances, such as a foot injury, that may require your child to wear special shoes, please call the school office and let us know. Of course, we make exceptions in these cases. ** *Administrative discretion may be used at any time in regards to dress code issues.

DRESS CODE – Grades 9-12

The Merritt Academy dress code must be strictly followed. Uniform checks will be performed. If students come to school wearing inappropriate attire, they will have the opportunity to correct the violation. If they cannot or will not, they will be sent to the office and will be dealt with by an administrator. Parents may be contacted and will be responsible for bringing proper clothing that same day.

Permitted attire:
1. Polo style shirts in solid pink, red, navy, hunter green, or royal blue with the Merritt Academy High School logo. Plain long sleeve shirts or turtlenecks in the approved uniform shirt colors or white are allowed under uniform shirts but must be tucked in.
2. Plain sweaters and crew neck sweatshirts may be worn over the polo shirt and must be in the approved uniform shirt colors.
3. Dress pants will be khaki or black, worn at the waist.* Knee length khaki or black shorts, in dress pant material, are permitted until October 15th and after April 15th. Exceptions may be made in the event of unseasonably warm weather.
4. Girls may wear dress pants, skorts, skirts, or Capri length pants in khaki or black color only.
5. Shoes must be solid black, brown, or navy, with no color or markings, and with closed toes and closed heels. Maximum heel or platform height is 1 inch. Socks are required.
6. Girls may wear light make-up as long as it is good taste and not distracting.
7. Jewelry may be worn providing it is not a distraction and does not present a safety hazard. Any design on jewelry must be in good taste.
8. Tattoos are discouraged. If present, they must be covered by clothing.
9. Ear and nose piercings are acceptable, but must not be visually distracting.
* Belts will be required if students receive repeated warnings about sagging pants.

Attire that is NOT permitted:
1. Shirts worn knotted at the back or at the side or otherwise altered in appearance. Any shirt worn wrapped around the waist.
2. Any decoration on clothing other than the approved Merritt Academy logo.
3. Pants made of nylon, leather, sweat pant material, mesh, denim, or cotton knit. Jeans of any type or color. Yoga pants.
4. Ripped or torn clothing.
5. Hooded sweatshirts.
6. Clogs or open-toed shoes (sandals, flips-flops, etc.).
7. Distracting or dangerous jewelry or accessories. Glitter makeup.
8. Eyebrow or lip piercings.
9. Sculptured/carved hairstyle (letters, signs, etc.). Mohawks. Any unnatural hair color (green, purple, etc.), including streaks or extensions.
10. Hats or visors inside the building. Bandanas or other scarfs on the head.
11. Jackets or other outerwear in the classroom.
12. Any clothing that exposes a part of the body between the neck and knees.
Students who are in violation of the dress code because of sloppiness or ‘stretching’ the rules will be corrected and a detention may be issued. If there are extenuating circumstances, such as a foot injury, that may require your child to wear special shoes, please call the school office and let us know. Of course, we make exceptions in these cases.
** *Administrative discretion maybe used at any time in regards to dress code issues.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Students with special needs

SPECIAL SERVICES

The services of a speech and language therapist, psychologist, social worker, and Special Education Educator, and Occupational therapist are available on a referral basis. If you would like more information, please contact your child’s educator. The following special services are available to all students who qualify under state guidelines. Occupational Therapist: Provides services to students who need fine motor therapy. School Psychologist: Provides services to students who need evaluation for special education needs. School Social Worker: Provides services to students who are experiencing personal or social adjustment problems in the Academy or at home. Speech Therapist: Works with students who are impaired by speech and language difficulties. Special Education Teacher: Services are provided for students with special needs in a resource room or on a consultant basis. Vision and Hearing: The Macomb County Health Department provides tests annually for designated grade levels.

SPECIAL EDUCATION POLICY

The board of Directors of Merritt Academy wants each child to fulfill their ultimate learning potential. To the extent that an educator or parent feels that child may demonstrate some learning disabilities, the following board policy to evaluate a child’s academic progress shall be followed: After either a parent or educator expressed a concern about a child’s school performance, Response To Intervention, RTI, plan will begin in which an educator is making documented attempts to develop strategies that increase success of student. If the RTI process is not successful after all options have been exhausted, a child study meeting will be held to determine if formal testing is needed. The student’s educator, special education educator, learning specialist, school social worker or counselor and principal will attend the child study meeting. If it is determined that formal testing is needed, within ten days parents must be notified and request made for their written authorization for testing. Once the parents provides consent for formal testing of their child, the Academy has thirty days to complete the evaluation process and hold an Individualized Education Program Team (IEPT)meeting in which determines if special educational services are needed. · For a child to qualify for special education services there must be proof that the child’s academic progress is impacted by a discrepancy in achievement or other tested data. After a decision is made on the student’s eligibility for special education services, the IEPT meeting is held with general education educator, special education educator, principal and parent in attendance. It will be determined at the IEPT meeting how many hours per week and what services the child will receive special education services. Once a child is in special education the child’s IEP goals will be reassessed annually. Every three years the child must be reevaluated to determine continued eligibility for special education services. It is the ultimate goal for each child eligible for special education services that the achievement gap will be closed and that the special education intervention strategies have worked to no longer require services.

SECTION 504

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is designed to prohibit discrimination based on disability in any program or activity receiving federal money. This statute obligates public schools to provide equal access and equal opportunity to otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. It must be because of this disability that the student is unable to gain equal access and benefit from school programs and services.

Two guidelines that a student may qualify for a 504 plan are listed below.
• A physical or mental impairment (has a history of having a physical or mental impairment)
• That substantially limits one or more major life activities

If you believe that a student may be eligible for Section 504 support, please contact Ms. Cohrs (Vice Principal) for additional information.

HOMELESS STUDENTS: MCKINNEY VENTO ACT

Children and youth experiencing homelessness have the right to: Go to school, no matter where they live or how long they have lived there. Students who are homeless must be given access to the same public education provided to other students. Continue in the school they attended before becoming homeless or the school last attended if that is their choice and feasible. The school district’s local liaison for homeless education must assist you, if needed, and offer you the right to appeal a decision regarding your choice of school if it goes against your wishes. Receive transportation to the school they attended before they became homeless or the school last attended, if a request is made for such transportation and transportation is feasible. Attend a school and participate in school programs with students who are not homeless. Students cannot be separated from the regular school program due to the fact that they are homeless. Enroll in school without providing a permanent address. Schools cannot require proof of residency that might prevent or delay school enrollment. Enroll and attend classes in the school of their choice even while the school and student who is homeless seek to resolve a dispute over enrollment. Receive the same special programs and services, if needed, as provided to all other students served in these programs. Receive transportation to school and to school programs.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

BOOK BAG/LOCKER CHECK

Random book bag and locker checks are to help prevent any illegal substances or weapons from being housed in the student possession. It is the responsibility of the school administration to check bags and lockers. The school administration may be assisted by the police and canine unit from time to time when conducting locker or personal bag checks. Merritt Academy is not responsible for items that are stolen out of book bags or lockers. Students should never bring valuable expensive coats, jackets, jewelry, shoes, supplies etc. to school. Students are not allowed to share a book bag or house another student’s belongings in their bag.

MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

MEDICAL EXCUSES

COMMUNICABLE DISEASES

ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION

NOTE: Prescription inhalers, EpiPens, and over-the-counter throat lozenges will kept in the classroom by the teacher. Inhalers and EpiPens will travel throughout the day with the student.

ILLNESS AND ACCIDENTS

Children should report all illnesses and injuries occurring in the Academy to their educator or supervisory personnel. Only immediate and temporary care will be given in the Academy. Parents will be notified by phone when a child needs additional care. If injury or illness is of an urgent nature, the local emergency services will be contacted. Any cost is the responsibility of the parent. The school office will also notify the child’s parent/guardian.

If a child must go home because of an injury or illness, it is the parent/guardian’s responsibility to pick up the child at school. The emergency phone number becomes crucial since it is the first number the office attempts to contact.

POLICY FOR REPORTING SUSPECTED CHILD ABUSE

MAKE AN ORAL REPORT

In accordance with the law, any Merritt Academy employee who suspects child abuse or neglect will report it to Child Protective Services immediately. Suspicion can be based on many factors such as observations, bruises or marks, student report, and so on. The abuse does not have to be confirmed. After an internal investigation, the Wayne County Department of Social Services will determine the correct course of action. The Department caseworkers will interview the student as soon as possible. Any Academy employee having knowledge of the incidents or concerns about the child on question should be prepared to share any such information with the child protection services caseworker or with any law enforcement personnel.

FIELD TRIPS

Responsibilities of Parents Chaperoning Field Trips: Parents play an important role in making a field trip successful. Field trips are planned to supplement the content through a “hands-on” experience. In preparing for a field trip, the following points need to be understood by parent chaperones.
1. The classroom teacher is the final authority for all field trip preparations including: volunteers, schedules, student discipline, and learning objectives.
2. Chaperones are required to remain with their assigned group for the duration of the field trip. Chaperones are never to leave any student in their care unsupervised.
3. Situations involving student discipline should be reported immediately to the classroom teacher. Chaperones should rely on positive reinforcement redirection until the classroom teacher can be contacted. Chaperones should never touch a student in a physically aggressive way or speak to them disrespectfully.
4. Chaperones may not participate in smoking of tobacco products or consumption of alcoholic beverages during the entire duration of the field trip. If this cannot be adhered to then please do not volunteer we will not tolerate this type of participation.
5. Since the field trip is viewed as an extension of the regular classroom, all Merritt Academy discipline codes apply.
6. Parents who offer to supervise on a school field trip must understand that their full attention is needed to ensure the students’ safety. Therefore, siblings are not permitted on school field trips.
7. We also only permit a certain number of chaperones and do not permit additional parents and family members to meet us at fieldtrip locations. A group that is too large makes it difficult for us to ensure safety and appropriate learning experiences for our students.

ATHLETICS AND AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS

Athletics and other school clubs formed by staff members will be posted and available to all students to register. Some criteria may be required such as, specific age, prior game knowledge, etc. Some fees may apply. See bulletin boards in the hallway for more details on Merritt’s athletic program and after school clubs.

TUTORING

Tutoring and offering academic support after regular school hours is very important to Merritt Academy. Merritt staff will continue to offer tutoring support to all grade levels during scheduled times. Parent permission is required for students to participate in this activity.

SOCIAL EVENTS

Participation at school events is not a right, it is a privilege and as such will be denied to any student who has demonstrated disregard for the rules of the school, including students on suspension and academic probation.

GRADING POLICIES

GRADING

Kindergarten through fifth grade will utilize the school Academic Key:

HONOR AWARDS

At the end of each trimester, special recognition is given to those students who have achieved excellence in their academic progress as well as social development. Students are given awards based on their individual accomplishments during the previous trimester.

Honor Roll: Letter grades of all A’s or B’s (3-12th only)

At the end of the year special recognition is given to those that have achieved excellence in their academic progress as well as social development.

At the end of the year special recognition is given to those that have:

Honor Roll: Have been on honor roll all three trimesters Attendance: Have had perfect attendance Spirit: Recognized by a staff member for demonstrating outstanding citizenship during the year.

BEHAVIORAL PROBATION

REPORT CARDS – CONFERENCES

Academic reports for students in grades K-5 are distributed in December, March, and June. Parent-Educator Conferences are scheduled in approximately October, and January of each school year. Parent/guardian or students of age 18 are required to attend the conference to receive their child’s report card. In the event the parent is unable to attend the conference one will be rescheduled. It is understood that educators shall, if necessary, arrange additional periodic conferences with parents. Conferences with educators must be scheduled during non-instructional time.

A 93-100 A- 92-90 B+ 89-87 B 86-83 B 82-80 C+ 79-77 C 76-73 C 72-70 D+ 69-67 D 66-63 D 62-60 E 59 and below

APPOINTMENTS WITH EDUCATORS

RETENTION

The Academy recognizes that the personal, social, physical, and educational growth of children will vary and that they should be placed in the educational setting most appropriate to their needs at the various stages of their growth.

It is the policy of the Board of Directors that each student is moved forward in a continuous pattern of achievement and growth that is in harmony with his/her own development. A student will be promoted to the succeeding grade level when he/she has received a C average. The student must also have demonstrated the degree of social, emotional, and physical maturation necessary for a successful learning experience in the next grade. The student must also have attended school with less than 20 absences.

Students who are failing (below C average or below 3 averages) may not be promoted to the next grade and will receive additional assistance the following school year. Written notification of concern will be provided to the parent/guardian. A retention meeting will be held with the student’s educator, parent, administrative representative and any other staff members that have worked with the student throughout the school year. At the retention meeting, the reasons for not promoting the student will be given to the parent as well as a plan for the following school year to academically develop the student.

In addition, the following factors are considered when making a decision for retention by the student’s educator, parents, principal, Title 1 Coordinator, school social worker and other involved staff in the student’s academic and social livelihood:
Student performance based on report cards, portfolio, academic records, assessments
Discipline record
Attendance record
Maturity and social level
Age of the student
Reading level

The school principal, however, reserves the right to retain a student in the same grade when in his/her judgment, despite the objection of a parent, and in combination of the above-listed factors strongly suggests that a student needs to have another year of growth in order to be successful at the next grade level.

Any student in 2nd, 5th, or 8th scoring below the 25th percentile on the Reading or Math Performance Series will be retained.

STANDARDIZED TESTS

The Academy gives the following standardized tests every year. Parents can receive results and are encouraged to review the findings. Call for an appointment. MStep: Administered to grades 3-8. Performance Series (Scantron): Administered 2-12. The assessments will measure their academic growth throughout the Academy year. Monthly benchmark assessments: Administered to grades 2-5 Dibels Next: Administered K-1 three times a year to track reading progress

DISCIPLINE OVERVIEW

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Each student has the responsibility to: Respect the inherent human dignity and worth of every individual. Be informed of and adhere to all rules and regulations established by Merritt Academy and implemented by school administrators, teachers, and support staff for the welfare and safety of all students. Study diligently and strive to reach the highest possible level of academic achievement. Be punctual to school and classes. Refrain from slanderous remarks and obscenity in verbal and written expression. Dress and present oneself in a manner that meets the standards of health, cleanliness, safety, and the Merritt Academy Dress Code. Help maintain and improve Merritt Academy’s school environment, preserve school property and exercise the utmost care while using school equipment and facilities. Conduct oneself in an appropriate manner while in attendance at all school sponsored and/or related events. Continue to be, or strive to become, more actively involved in one’s education and personal growth.

DISCIPLINE & SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS

Before implementing a suspension for a disabled student for more than ten (10) school days, the school district must provide due process protection given non-disabled students, and must take the following steps:

1. Notify the student’s parent or guardian in writing of proposed change in placement; and 2. Convene an MDR/IEPT to determine: a. Did the disability cause, or have a direct and substantial relationship to the act of the misconduct? b. Did the District’s failure to implement the IEP cause the misconduct? 3. If the answer to both questions is NO, a suspension of more than ten (10) days must be imposed. However, the school district is still responsible for providing special education services during the course of the long-term suspension and an IEPT must be convened to determine what the special education services will be.

ACADEMY WIDE RULES:

The Academy’s ultimate goal is to produce students that are respectful, responsible, and resourceful.

Specific School Rules:
1) Be prepared to learn: Including: be on time, bring all necessary school materials (including completed homework), do not disrupt the learning environment, take care of other business outside of the classroom.
2) Follow the direction of the teacher or staff members in charge: Including: teacher directives include classroom and school rules, requests to sit down or in a specific seat, requests to take notes, read, or any academic tasks or behavioral tasks, etc.
3) Be respectful: Including: use your manners, clean up after yourself, be nice and cooperative to the teacher, other staff, other students, guests, and self. Use appropriate language at all times throughout the school. Talk in an appropriate tone and level when speaking with authority, students, guests and within the building and classrooms. Keep hands, feet, and objects to self. Keep an appropriate distance from the personal space of others. Take appropriate care of the school facility, furniture, grounds, and materials.
4) Be safe: Including: walk at all times both in the school and outside, upon dismissal and at arrival. Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself and do not spit or bite others. Keep an appropriate distance from others. Keep toy weapons at home – (guns, knives, handcuffs, etc. are NOT PERMITTED)
5) NOTE: Gum Chewing and Caffeinated beverages or energy drinks are not permitted. Clear Water is allowed in the classrooms.
Inappropriate Public Displays of Affection between students including holding, kissing, inappropriate touching, etc, are not permitted.

CLASSROOM RULES:

Responsibility Room Mission Statement:

Help students learn how to think and act responsibility by offering a safe and orderly place to reflect, plan, discuss, and find resources to achieve success in school.
Responsible Thinking Center (RTC) at Merritt Academy
Grades 3-12

Parents should expect to be contacted only when their child has developed a pattern of disruptions. If the patterns of disruptions continues, teachers or other staff will notify the school counselor and RTC Supervisor who will coordinate an intervention meeting that the parent must attend.

Major violations of school rules will continue to be processed according to regular disciplinary procedures.

RTC Procedures at Merritt Academy
I. Student Referrals
a. Student disruption must be specific on form
b. Teachers must follow the scripted question process
c. Teacher name must appear on form
d. List time on form when student was sent to RTC

II. Responsible Thinking Classroom
a. Student completes first draft of improvement plan
b. Student reviews plan with administrator
c. Administrator reviews classroom re-entry rules with student
d. Student is sent back to class with completed form

III. Student Re-entry Rules
a. Student has not earned their way back into class at this point, so they sit silently until teacher initiates the negotiation process (any further disruption will result in restart of the referral process and is grounds for automatic call home from administration)
b. Student negotiates freely with teacher
c. If plan is accepted by teacher students re-enters classroom
d. If teacher student does not accept plan returns to negotiation chair to work on the portion of the plan that remain in negotiation. This continues until plan is accepted.

SAFE ACADEMY’S STUDENT DISCIPLINE POLICY

Merritt Academy and Merritt Academy’s Board of Directors, endeavors to ensure that Merritt Academy is a safe place for teaching, learning and working. In order to achieve this goal we have instituted a Zero Tolerance Discipline Policy. Regardless of circumstances these policy guidelines will be followed. Merritt Academy will notify the police and take swift and appropriate disciplinary action for the following infractions:

Physical Assaults against Students:
Physical assault is defined as intentionally causing or attempting to cause physical harm to another through force or violence.
The Academy board or designee of the Academy board shall expel any student from Merritt Academy if at Academy a student: · Possesses a dangerous weapon · Commits arson · Commits criminal sexual conduct.

Any student may be suspended or expelled for the following: · Physical assault against another student · Physical assault against an Academy Staff or Official (expel) · Verbal assault, as defined by Academy board policy, against an Academy Official or Staff member · Bomb threat or similar threat · Other serious in nature offense which significantly jeopardizes the student, other students, staff, guests, or the Academy.

Verbal Assaults:
Verbal Assault means a threat of an immediate harmful or offensive touching, coupled with apparent immediate ability to commit same, and which puts a person in a reasonable apprehension of such touching, or, the use of offensive language directed at a person, where such language is likely to provoke a reasonable person to physical violence, a bomb threat (or similar threat) directed at an Academy building, other Academy property, or an Academy related event. For purposes of this policy, the definition of assault also includes written threats.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY

Sexual Harassment: Discriminatory harassment on the basis of sex is hereby prohibited.

CHILD ABUSE OR NEGLECT

Suspected child abuse and or neglect must be reported to FIA. (See Merritt Academy’s Child Abuse and Neglect policy)

EDUCATOR EMPOWERMENT TO SUSPEND

Pursuant to MCL 380.1309(2), the type of conduct of which educators may unilaterally suspend students in grades 6 and above from a class subject or activity for up to one day, is expressly limited to misconduct involving a physical assault committed against another student or other Academy personnel. Physical assault is defined as intentional causing or attempting to cause physical harm to another through force or violence. Following an educator initiated suspension; the educator shall send the student to the Principal’s office, immediately report the suspension and reason for the same to the Principal. The educator shall schedule as soon as possible a conference with the student’s parent(s)/guardian(s) and the Principal to discuss the suspension. The educator and administrator(s) shall be in attendance at the conference. Any student suspended pursuant to this policy shall not be allowed to return to the class from which he or she was suspended from until the passage of one full Academy day from the time of the student’s infraction unless otherwise permitted to return by the educator who ordered the suspension and the Academy Principal’s concurrence. Further, suspended students under this section shall not be permitted, during the term of the suspension to attend other classes in the Academy building or extracurricular activities, unless the Principal or designee permits the student to continue the Academy day under appropriate supervision. This policy does not negate the Principal’s discretion to impose a multiple day suspension or expulsion beyond the educator’s statutorily limited suspension period when the student’s conduct warrants more severe disciplinary action in the Principal’s sole discretion.
a. The investigating team will attempt to convene as soon as is reasonably possible after the filing of the formal complaint.
b. The investigating team will attempt to father all appropriate facts in as timely a manner as is reasonably possible.
c. The investigating team will report to the board at the next regularly scheduled board meeting, or if the investigating team and the Board President deem appropriate, at a special meeting of the board.
d. The board shall determine appropriate action to be taken.

Application to Students with Disabilities

This policy shall be applied in a manner consistent with the rights secured under federal and state law to students who are determined to be eligible for special education programs and services.

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

Students are expected to follow the rules and regulations of the Student Code of Conduct. The Academy will uphold the code and will exercise proper discretion as it pertains to each incident. For further information on expulsion and due process, see the main office.

DEFINITION OF DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS:

Swearing: First offense students receive a warning and informed if they are caught swearing again they will receive an automatic in-school suspension. Additional offenses may result in out of school suspension.

Detention: May be served during recess, lunch, classroom celebrations, and before or after-school for unacceptable behavior.

In-School Suspension: For chronic irresolvable or major discipline problems, a student will remain in the office for the entire duration. They will work classroom work given to them by the administrator without talking. They are to ask permission to leave for any reason and will be required to eat their lunch in the office. Work completed during In-House Suspension may earn full credit.

Rules for In-House Suspension
1. Students will sit in their assigned seats given to them by the office staff.
2. Students will be in the in-house room by the first hour bell.
3. While in the in-house room there will be no talking, note writing or any other type of communication.
4. Students are responsible for keeping their area clean. Any waste can be kept on their desk top until their break time or end of the school day.
5. Students are not allowed to leave their seat unless they have permission to do so.
6. Restroom and drinking fountain breaks are allowed two times a day. If abuse of this privilege occurs they can lose the remainder of their privileges.
7. There is no food allowed in the in-house room except for the designated lunch period.
8. If a student refuses to follow the in-house rules they will be given an out of school suspension.
9. If a student is absent the scheduled day of in-house or misses any part of the day, they will make up any absent time the next day in attendance.

Suspension: For chronic, irresolvable or severe discipline problems. A student who is suspended out of school will be required to remain in the office until picked up by a parent or guardian. While in the office they will follow the same routine as an In-School suspension. Once serving their out of school suspension they are not to be on school grounds during or after school or attend any after school activities. They are to make up all missed assignments and have the same number of days to complete it as they are absent. Work completed during Out of School Suspension may earn up to half credit.

Expulsion from the Academy: In extreme cases expulsion from the Academy may be necessary. A student who is expelled may not return to the school for a time period equivalent to one full academic school year. After the expulsion is completed it is up to the Academy to permit re-enrollment into the Academy.

DISCIPLINE ACTIONS & MINIMUM PENALTIES

DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS AND MINIMUM PENALTIES:

If a student misses class for an in school or out of school suspension, they are responsible for speaking with their teacher and making up the work from the class period(s) they missed.

Offense Definition K-2 Minimum Penalty 3-5 Minimum Penalty Dress Code Out of compliance with proper Merritt uniform Please refer to Please refer to handbook Violation defined in the Student Code of Conduct. handbook section Dress Code. section Dress Code.

Rough-housing / Verbal Confrontation
Exhibiting physically aggressive or unsafe behavior including acting carelessly and putting others in danger; instigating or engaging in verbal confrontations where abusive, vulgar, irreverent, lewd, or indecent conduct, including gestures, pictures, stories, or language is used.
Removal from class for designated period of time. Parent contact Parent conference if necessary
Removal from class for a designated time period to 5 day out of school suspension.
Fighting An extreme act of physical aggression that is designed to seriously harm or injure another person
1 day suspension. Referral to counselor/social worker. Days may increase with the number of violations
Out of school Suspension 1 day to expulsion depending on severity of the situation. Days will increase with multiple violations.. After 10 days an automatic referral for expulsion.
Insubordination Deliberate refusal to obey a reasonable request or order by an Academy personnel, documented by the Academy personnel and submitted to the office
Removal from class for a designated period of time. Parent contact Parent conference if necessary
Removal from class. An appropriate form of suspension Continued violation warrants dismissal from Academy.

Disrespect towards Authority
To use inappropriate voice tone, voice level, language, insinuations, mockery, gestures, threats, intimidation, etc.
In-House suspension to Out of School suspension. Referral to counselor/social worker. Days may increase with the number of violations
Referral to counselor/social worker. 1 day out of school suspension to dismissal from academy and will add an additional day for each additional occurrence up to 10 with referral for expulsion.

Harassment To disturb persistently; torment, as with troubles or cares; bother continually; pester; persecute. *Please refer to the section on bullying for additional information.
Removal from class for a designated period of time. Parent Conference. Referral to counselor/social worker.
Out of school suspension 1 day to expulsion. Notification to authorities if appropriate. Referral to counselor/social worker if appropriate.
Serious Threats Written or verbal threats toward self, another person’s life or well being, or the school.
Removal from class for a designated period of time. Investigation by Administrative staff and when necessary contact to local authorities and child protective services. Parent contact. Recommendation for counseling evaluation if appropriate.
Immediate removal from class. Investigation by Administrative staff.

Minimum 3 day suspension – not to return to school until psychological evaluation determined not a threat to self or others. Required to make up all missed assignments if eligible to return to school. Notification to authorities and/or child protective services if appropriate.

Sexual Harassment

The making of offensive sexual advances, touching of personal areas, or of sexually offensive remarks, gestures or acts, that make another person feel uncomfortable.

Parent Notification.

Removal from class.

Referral to counselor/social worker.

Recommendation for counseling evaluation if appropriate.

Out of school suspension

1 day to expulsion.

Notification to authorities if appropriate.

Referral to counselor/social worker.

Forgery Falsely making or altering a writing by which the legal rights or obligations of another person are apparently affected; simulated signing of another person's name to any such writing whether or not it is also the forger's name.

Parent Notification.

Dependent upon what and how forgery occurred, loss of some form of school privilege to suspension. Adm. Determined appropriate form of suspension for situation.

Parent notification.

Notification of authorities if appropriate.

Profanity or The use of abusive, vulgar, irreverent, lewd, or Contact of Parents Out of school suspension Obscenities indecent conduct, including gestures, pictures, stories, or language. Time out of class to InHouse suspension

1 day to expulsion. Cell Phone Possessing or using a cell phone for any purpose during school hours • First offense the item will be taken and released only to a parent or legal guardian. • Second offense the item will be kept until the last day of school and released only to a parent or legal guardian. • Third offense phone must be turned into the office at the start of each school day.

** Failure to turn over a form will result in consequences for insubordination

Bullying Harassment or Bullying: is any gesture or written, verbal, graphic, or physical act (including electronically transmitted acts – i.e. internet, cell phone, personal digital assistant (pda), or wireless hand held device) that is reasonably perceived as being motivated either by any actual or perceived characteristic, such as race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression; or a mental, physical, or sensory disability or impairment; or by any other distinguishing characteristic. This also includes ANY behavior that could be perceived as being aimed at intimidating, threatening, or coercing another person. Such behavior is considered harassment or bullying whether it takes place on or off school property, at any school-sponsored function, or in a school vehicle. Merritt Academy Adheres to a ZERO TOLERANCE BULLYING POLICY.

Contact of Parents

Removal from class for a designated period of time to suspension and in extreme cases expulsion.
Referral to counselor/social worker.
Out of school suspension 3 days to expulsion.

Recommendation for counseling evaluation if appropriate.
Stealing To take (the property of another or others) without permission or right, esp. secretly or by force.
Return of items or cost of missing items Contact of Parents Time out of class. Loss of some type of school privilege.

Recommendation for counseling evaluation if appropriate.
Return of items or cost of missing items
In-House suspension to Out of school suspension
Days may increase with the number of violations.
Recommendation for counseling evaluation if appropriate.

Plagiarism and Academic Dishonesty
To copy or present someone else’s work as your own OR to not be able to distinguish your work from a group of students you are working with.
Student may receive a zero on assignment

Skipping Class / Loitering
Being out of class during instructional time without a pass, arriving 5 or more minutes late to class without a pass, or not attending class without proper authorization; being present in unauthorized areas in the building or school grounds.
Notify Parents to removal from class.
1st – Notify Parents 2nd – In school suspension to two days out of school suspension

Tobacco Possession and/or use of tobacco containing product including cigarettes, chewing tobacco, or other.
Contact child protective services
Appropriate disciplinary Action and/or out of school suspension to expulsion
1st -3 day suspension
2nd – 5 day suspension and notification to authorities
3rd – 10 day suspension and notification to authorities and dismissal from Academy.

Gambling / Gambling paraphernalia
Being found in possession of gaming paraphernalia such as dice, chips, etc.; exhorting and/or collecting money under betting or unwarranted circumstances.
Notify Child Protective Services/Parents
Up to 5 day out of school suspension and dismissal from Merritt

Vandalism Deliberate defacing or destruction of school or individual student, staff, or guest property
Student to remove or parent to pay for removal or replacement of damaged property.
Form of time out of class.
Student to remove or parent to pay for removal or replacement of damaged property.
1 day suspension to expulsion.
Notification to the authorities.

Trespassing /Loitering:
Students and parents being on school grounds fifteen (15) minutes after dismissal or after a school related function, even in a vehicle.
Verbal warning; reported to local authorities; after 3 incidents child protective services will be notified; Dismissal from Merritt.
Leaving school without proper authorization
Leaving the premises of the school without following check-out protocols.
In school suspension to three days out of school suspension

False Fire Alarm Deliberately pulling or setting off the fire alarms. Parents will be fined by local fire department.
1 day suspension
Parents will be fined by local fire department.
3 day suspension to expulsion

Possession/ Usage of Weapon
Any instrument of attack used to cause serious harm to another.
Contact authorities 10 day suspension and referral for immediate expulsion
Notification to Child Protective Services.
Recommendation for counseling evaluation if appropriate.
Contact authorities -10 day suspension and referral for immediate expulsion.
Notification to authorities and Child Protective Services.
Recommendation for counseling evaluation if appropriate.

Alcohol Possession of an intoxicating liquid containing some form of alcohol.
Contact Child Protective Services
Appropriate disciplinary Action and/ or out of school suspension to expulsion
Recommendation for counseling evaluation if appropriate.
5 day suspension up to expulsion
Notification to authorities and Child Protective Services

PARENT GRIEVANCES

EARLY AGE PERMANENT WITHDRAWL FROM SCHOOL

Drugs /paraphernalia Possession of a chemical substance, illegal or otherwise, that affects the central nervous system causing changes in behavior and often addiction or possession of any equipment used in making, using, or concealing such a substance.
Contact the authorities and Child Protective Services
Appropriate disciplinary Action and/or out of school suspension to expulsion.
Recommendation for counseling evaluation if appropriate
Contact authorities -10 day suspension and referral for immediate expulsion
Notification to Child Protective Services
Recommendation for counseling evaluation if appropriate

Fire type Possession of Fireworks, stink bombs, lighters, Situation Subjective, 3 day suspension to materials matches, smoke bombs, etc. Contact parents,1 day suspension, Contact Child Protective Services, Recommendation for counseling evaluation if appropriate. expulsion
Recommendation for counseling evaluation if appropriate. Compromise of Exhibiting physically aggressive or unsafe Out of school suspension to expulsion. public safety behavior including acting carelessly and putting Notification to authorities and/or child protective (teachers, staff, others in danger; disregard for directives Services if appropriate. Dismissal from Merritt. and students): and/or authoritative figure

WEAPONS

If a student possesses a dangerous weapon in a Any student who commits a physical assault against USAGE, ARSON, weapon free school zone (on school property an Academy employee or against a person engaged CRIMINAL and/or a vehicle used by a school to transport as a volunteer or contractor for the Academy on SEXUAL students to or from school property), or Academy property, on an Academy bus or other CONDUCT- commits arson or criminal sexual conduct in a school building or on school grounds, the student must be expelled from school permanently, subject to possible reinstatement provided for in the law. Academy related vehicles, or at an Academy-sponsored activity or event will be suspended and may be permanently expelled for a period of not less than one hundred eighty (180) days or one full academic school year.

No student under the age of eighteen (18) is permitted to withdraw without the written consent of a parent or the approval from the principal.

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High School 9th Hour Schedule

Trimester 1

MONDAY - Social Studies

TUESDAY - Math

WEDNESDAY - Science

THURSDAY - English

FRIDAY - Electives

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Enrollment

Enrollment Data

Grade	2015/16	2016/17
K	35	38
1	39	27
2	28	50
3	44	43
4	22	41
5	48	44
6	65	37
7	44	48
8	40	35
9	43	45
10	43	55
11	33	32
12	22	39

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Annual Education Report

Annual Education Report Merritt Academy

M-STEP Grades 3-8
SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
2nd Grade Content
All Students2013-1461.3%68.8%68.8%3.1%65.6%25%6.3%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
2nd Grade Content
African American
2013-1437.3%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
2nd Grade Content
Asian2013-1476.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
2nd Grade Content
Two or More Races
2013-1461.8%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
2nd Grade Content
White2013-1468.8%71.4%71.4%3.6%67.9%21.4%7.1%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
2nd Grade Content
Female2013-1464.1%72.2%72.2%5.6%66.7%27.8%0%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
2nd Grade Content
Male2013-1458.6%64.3%64.3%0%64.3%21.4%14.3%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
2nd Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-1447.9%52.9%52.9%5.9%47.1%35.3%11.8%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
2nd Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2013-1435.1%<10<10<10<10<10<10
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
3rd Grade Content
All Students2014-1550%52.6%52.6%26.3%26.3%28.9%18.4%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
3rd Grade Content
All Students2013-1470%72.5%72.5%5.9%66.7%9.8%17.6%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
3rd Grade Content
African American
2014-1523.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
3rd Grade Content
African American
2013-1447.6%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
3rd Grade Content
Asian2013-1481.1%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
3rd Grade Content
Hispanic of Any Race
2013-1457.8%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
3rd Grade Content
Two or More Races
2014-1547.7%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
3rd Grade Content
Two or More Races
2013-1471.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
3rd Grade Content
White2014-1558.2%54.8%54.8%25.8%29%25.8%19.4%
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
3rd Grade Content
White2013-1476.5%75%75%6.8%68.2%9.1%15.9%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
3rd Grade Content
Female2014-1554.7%55.6%55.6%38.9%16.7%38.9%5.6%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
3rd Grade Content
Female2013-1473%74.2%74.2%6.5%67.7%9.7%16.1%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
3rd Grade Content
Male2014-1545.5%50%50%15%35%20%30%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
3rd Grade Content
Male2013-1467%70%70%5%65%10%20%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
3rd Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1535.3%50%50%22.7%27.3%31.8%18.2%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
3rd Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-1457.3%65.5%65.5%6.9%58.6%6.9%27.6%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
3rd Grade Content
English Language Learners
2013-1442.9%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
3rd Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2014-1523.3%<10<10<10<10<10<10
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
3rd Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2013-1441.6%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
4th Grade Content
All Students2014-1546.6%59.4%59.4%46.9%12.5%28.1%12.5%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
4th Grade Content
All Students2013-1471.7%72.4%72.4%24.1%48.3%20.7%6.9%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
4th Grade Content
African American
2014-1521.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
4th Grade Content
African American
2013-1448.7%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
4th Grade Content
Hispanic of Any Race
2014-1533.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
4th Grade Content
Hispanic of Any Race
2013-1460.8%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
4th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2014-1545.5%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
4th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2013-1472.6%<10<10<10<10<10<10
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
4th Grade Content
White2014-1553.9%65.4%65.4%50%15.4%23.1%11.5%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
4th Grade Content
White2013-1478.2%79.2%79.2%29.2%50%12.5%8.3%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
4th Grade Content
Female2014-1551.5%66.7%66.7%55.6%11.1%27.8%5.6%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
4th Grade Content
Female2013-1474.2%53.8%53.8%7.7%46.2%30.8%15.4%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
4th Grade Content
Male2014-1541.8%50%50%35.7%14.3%28.6%21.4%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
4th Grade Content
Male2013-1469.2%87.5%87.5%37.5%50%12.5%0%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
4th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1530.9%50%50%33.3%16.7%33.3%16.7%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
4th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-1459.4%56.3%56.3%12.5%43.8%31.3%12.5%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
4th Grade Content
English Language Learners
2013-1439.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
4th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2014-1517.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
4th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2013-1441.1%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
5th Grade Content
All Students2014-1548.7%76.6%76.6%51.1%25.5%19.1%4.3%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
5th Grade Content
All Students2013-1471.5%85.7%85.7%55.1%30.6%10.2%4.1%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
5th Grade Content
African American
2014-1522.5%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
5th Grade Content
African American
2013-1450%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
5th Grade Content
Hispanic of Any Race
2014-1535.4%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
5th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2014-1547.6%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
5th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2013-1470.4%<10<10<10<10<10<10
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
5th Grade Content
White2014-1555.7%80%80%52.5%27.5%17.5%2.5%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
5th Grade Content
White2013-1477.7%90.7%90.7%60.5%30.2%7%2.3%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
5th Grade Content
Female2014-1554.3%83.9%83.9%54.8%29%12.9%3.2%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
5th Grade Content
Female2013-1474.7%93.3%93.3%63.3%30%6.7%0%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
5th Grade Content
Male2014-1543.3%62.5%62.5%43.8%18.8%31.3%6.3%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
5th Grade Content
Male2013-1468.4%73.7%73.7%42.1%31.6%15.8%10.5%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
5th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1532.6%66.7%66.7%44.4%22.2%25.9%7.4%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
5th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-1459.2%82.6%82.6%43.5%39.1%8.7%8.7%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
5th Grade Content
English Language Learners
2013-1436.8%<10<10<10<10<10<10
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
5th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2014-1514.6%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
5th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2013-1433.6%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
6th Grade Content
All Students2014-1544.7%50%50%13.2%36.8%34.2%15.8%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
6th Grade Content
All Students2013-1460.4%71%71%27.4%43.5%17.7%11.3%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
6th Grade Content
African American
2014-1520%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
6th Grade Content
African American
2013-1434.6%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
6th Grade Content
Asian2013-1475.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
6th Grade Content
Hispanic of Any Race
2014-1532%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
6th Grade Content
Hispanic of Any Race
2013-1446.8%<10<10<10<10<10<10
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
6th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2014-1542.4%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
6th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2013-1459%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
6th Grade Content
White2014-1551.2%56.7%56.7%16.7%40%26.7%16.7%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
6th Grade Content
White2013-1467.8%74%74%28%46%14%12%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
6th Grade Content
Female2014-1551.1%50%50%0%50%21.4%28.6%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
6th Grade Content
Female2013-1462.5%70%70%26.7%43.3%16.7%13.3%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
6th Grade Content
Male2014-1538.6%50%50%20.8%29.2%41.7%8.3%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
6th Grade Content
Male2013-1458.4%71.9%71.9%28.1%43.8%18.8%9.4%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
6th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1529.1%44.4%44.4%0%44.4%44.4%11.1%
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
6th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-1445.4%61.5%61.5%11.5%50%23.1%15.4%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
6th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2014-1510.3%18.2%18.2%0%18.2%45.5%36.4%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
6th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2013-1422.9%31.3%31.3%12.5%18.8%31.3%37.5%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
7th Grade Content
All Students2014-1549.1%68.9%68.9%35.6%33.3%20%11.1%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
7th Grade Content
All Students2013-1472.7%77.1%77.1%29.2%47.9%12.5%10.4%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
7th Grade Content
African American
2014-1525.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
7th Grade Content
African American
2013-1449.7%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
7th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2014-1547.9%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
7th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2013-1472.5%<10<10<10<10<10<10
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
7th Grade Content
White2014-1555.4%72.5%72.5%40%32.5%15%12.5%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
7th Grade Content
White2013-1479.2%77.1%77.1%31.4%45.7%11.4%11.4%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
7th Grade Content
Female2014-1556.3%75.9%75.9%37.9%37.9%17.2%6.9%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
7th Grade Content
Female2013-1474.6%81.5%81.5%29.6%51.9%11.1%7.4%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
7th Grade Content
Male2014-1542.2%56.3%56.3%31.3%25%25%18.8%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
7th Grade Content
Male2013-1470.9%71.4%71.4%28.6%42.9%14.3%14.3%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
7th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1533.2%68.4%68.4%21.1%47.4%15.8%15.8%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
7th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-1460.1%68.8%68.8%25%43.8%12.5%18.8%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
7th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2014-1510.9%<10<10<10<10<10<10
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
7th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2013-1433.9%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
8th Grade Content
All Students2014-1547.6%53.8%53.8%13.8%40%36.9%9.2%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
8th Grade Content
African American
2014-1523.7%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
8th Grade Content
Asian2014-1571.4%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
8th Grade Content
Hispanic of Any Race
2014-1536.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
8th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2014-1544.7%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
8th Grade Content
White2014-1553.8%53.7%53.7%11.1%42.6%35.2%11.1%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
8th Grade Content
Female2014-1554.2%63.6%63.6%15.2%48.5%30.3%6.1%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
8th Grade Content
Male2014-1541.2%43.8%43.8%12.5%31.3%43.8%12.5%
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
8th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1531.8%39.3%39.3%7.1%32.1%46.4%14.3%
ELA (MSTEP)/Reading (MEAP)
8th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2014-159.8%14.3%14.3%0%14.3%57.1%28.6%
Mathematics2nd Grade Content
All Students2013-1440.1%74.2%74.2%25.8%48.4%12.9%12.9%
Mathematics2nd Grade Content
African American
2013-1418.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics2nd Grade Content
Asian2013-1466%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics2nd Grade Content
Two or More Races
2013-1438.1%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics2nd Grade Content
White2013-1446.6%74.1%74.1%29.6%44.4%14.8%11.1%
Mathematics2nd Grade Content
Female2013-1439.7%76.5%76.5%23.5%52.9%17.6%5.9%
Mathematics2nd Grade Content
Male2013-1440.6%71.4%71.4%28.6%42.9%7.1%21.4%
Mathematics2nd Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-1426.9%62.5%62.5%12.5%50%12.5%25%
Mathematics2nd Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2013-1422.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
All Students2014-1548.8%57.9%57.9%28.9%28.9%21.1%21.1%
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
All Students2013-1445.3%72.5%72.5%29.4%43.1%3.9%23.5%
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
African American
2014-1520.3%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
African American
2013-1418.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
Asian2013-1469.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
Hispanic of Any Race
2013-1429.3%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
Two or More Races
2014-1543.6%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
Two or More Races
2013-1443.8%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
White2014-1557.3%64.5%64.5%29%35.5%16.1%19.4%
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
White2013-1452.9%73.3%73.3%28.9%44.4%4.4%22.2%
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
Female2014-1548.1%72.2%72.2%33.3%38.9%11.1%16.7%
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
Female2013-1443.4%75%75%34.4%40.6%3.1%21.9%
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
Male2014-1549.5%45%45%25%20%30%25%
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
Male2013-1447.2%68.4%68.4%21.1%47.4%5.3%26.3%
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1533.5%54.5%54.5%22.7%31.8%22.7%22.7%
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-1429.5%62.1%62.1%27.6%34.5%3.4%34.5%
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
English Language Learners
2013-1423.1%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2014-1524.5%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2013-1423.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics4th Grade Content
All Students2014-1541.4%62.5%62.5%34.4%28.1%37.5%0%
Mathematics4th Grade Content
All Students2013-1445.2%65.5%65.5%3.4%62.1%17.2%17.2%
Mathematics4th Grade Content
African American
2014-1513.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics4th Grade Content
African American
2013-1420%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics4th Grade Content
Hispanic of Any Race
2014-1527.1%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics4th Grade Content
Hispanic of Any Race
2013-1432.3%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics4th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2014-1538.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
Mathematics4th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2013-1443.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics4th Grade Content
White2014-1549.3%73.1%73.1%38.5%34.6%26.9%0%
Mathematics4th Grade Content
White2013-1451.7%70.8%70.8%4.2%66.7%12.5%16.7%
Mathematics4th Grade Content
Female2014-1540.3%61.1%61.1%38.9%22.2%38.9%0%
Mathematics4th Grade Content
Female2013-1444.7%38.5%38.5%0%38.5%23.1%38.5%
Mathematics4th Grade Content
Male2014-1542.4%64.3%64.3%28.6%35.7%35.7%0%
Mathematics4th Grade Content
Male2013-1445.7%87.5%87.5%6.3%81.3%12.5%0%
Mathematics4th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1525.4%50%50%22.2%27.8%50%0%
Mathematics4th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-1429.5%50%50%6.3%43.8%18.8%31.3%
Mathematics4th Grade Content
English Language Learners
2013-1423.1%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics4th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2014-1517.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics4th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2013-1420%<10<10<10<10<10<10
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
Mathematics5th Grade Content
All Students2014-1533.4%62.5%62.5%29.2%33.3%25%12.5%
Mathematics5th Grade Content
All Students2013-1441.5%79.6%79.6%38.8%40.8%10.2%10.2%
Mathematics5th Grade Content
African American
2014-159.1%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics5th Grade Content
African American
2013-1417.6%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics5th Grade Content
Hispanic of Any Race
2014-1519.5%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics5th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2014-1530.5%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics5th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2013-1439.1%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics5th Grade Content
White2014-1539.7%65.9%65.9%26.8%39%22%12.2%
Mathematics5th Grade Content
White2013-1447.6%81.4%81.4%44.2%37.2%11.6%7%
Mathematics5th Grade Content
Female2014-1532.6%67.7%67.7%32.3%35.5%22.6%9.7%
Mathematics5th Grade Content
Female2013-1440.9%90%90%36.7%53.3%10%0%
Mathematics5th Grade Content
Male2014-1534.1%52.9%52.9%23.5%29.4%29.4%17.6%
Mathematics5th Grade Content
Male2013-1442%63.2%63.2%42.1%21.1%10.5%26.3%
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
Mathematics5th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1518.2%50%50%21.4%28.6%35.7%14.3%
Mathematics5th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-1425.9%65.2%65.2%30.4%34.8%17.4%17.4%
Mathematics5th Grade Content
English Language Learners
2013-1418.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics5th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2014-159.4%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics5th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2013-1414.3%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics6th Grade Content
All Students2014-1533.3%31.6%31.6%10.5%21.1%39.5%28.9%
Mathematics6th Grade Content
All Students2013-1439.2%52.5%52.5%3.3%49.2%21.3%26.2%
Mathematics6th Grade Content
African American
2014-159.4%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics6th Grade Content
African American
2013-1415.3%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics6th Grade Content
Asian2013-1469.6%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics6th Grade Content
Hispanic of Any Race
2014-1519.5%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics6th Grade Content
Hispanic of Any Race
2013-1425.4%<10<10<10<10<10<10
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
Mathematics6th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2014-1529.3%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics6th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2013-1434.8%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics6th Grade Content
White2014-1539.3%40%40%13.3%26.7%36.7%23.3%
Mathematics6th Grade Content
White2013-1445.4%53.1%53.1%4.1%49%20.4%26.5%
Mathematics6th Grade Content
Female2014-1534.1%28.6%28.6%7.1%21.4%42.9%28.6%
Mathematics6th Grade Content
Female2013-1439.9%46.7%46.7%3.3%43.3%26.7%26.7%
Mathematics6th Grade Content
Male2014-1532.5%33.3%33.3%12.5%20.8%37.5%29.2%
Mathematics6th Grade Content
Male2013-1438.5%58.1%58.1%3.2%54.8%16.1%25.8%
Mathematics6th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1517.6%16.7%16.7%11.1%5.6%61.1%22.2%
Mathematics6th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-1423.5%40%40%4%36%16%44%
Mathematics6th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2014-157.8%0%0%0%0%45.5%54.5%
Mathematics6th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2013-1410.4%20%20%0%20%26.7%53.3%
Mathematics7th Grade Content
All Students2014-1533.3%51.1%51.1%33.3%17.8%35.6%13.3%
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
Mathematics7th Grade Content
All Students2013-1434.5%33.3%33.3%4.2%29.2%16.7%50%
Mathematics7th Grade Content
African American
2014-1510.6%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics7th Grade Content
African American
2013-1411.4%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics7th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2014-1529.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics7th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2013-1431.5%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics7th Grade Content
White2014-1539%57.5%57.5%37.5%20%32.5%10%
Mathematics7th Grade Content
White2013-1440.5%37.1%37.1%5.7%31.4%17.1%45.7%
Mathematics7th Grade Content
Female2014-1533%55.2%55.2%34.5%20.7%31%13.8%
Mathematics7th Grade Content
Female2013-1433.8%33.3%33.3%3.7%29.6%18.5%48.1%
Mathematics7th Grade Content
Male2014-1533.5%43.8%43.8%31.3%12.5%43.8%12.5%
Mathematics7th Grade Content
Male2013-1435.3%33.3%33.3%4.8%28.6%14.3%52.4%
Mathematics7th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1517.8%42.1%42.1%26.3%15.8%47.4%10.5%
Mathematics7th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-1418.7%12.5%12.5%0%12.5%12.5%75%
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
Mathematics7th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2014-156.5%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics7th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2013-148.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics8th Grade Content
All Students2014-1532.2%33.8%33.8%13.8%20%30.8%35.4%
Mathematics8th Grade Content
African American
2014-159.7%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics8th Grade Content
Asian2014-1565.5%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics8th Grade Content
Hispanic of Any Race
2014-1518.9%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics8th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2014-1528.5%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics8th Grade Content
White2014-1537.7%33.3%33.3%13%20.4%29.6%37%
Mathematics8th Grade Content
Female2014-1532.6%39.4%39.4%18.2%21.2%27.3%33.3%
Mathematics8th Grade Content
Male2014-1531.8%28.1%28.1%9.4%18.8%34.4%37.5%
Mathematics8th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1517%25%25%7.1%17.9%32.1%42.9%
Mathematics8th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2014-155.1%7.1%7.1%0%7.1%14.3%78.6%
Science4th Grade Content
All Students2014-1512.4%37.5%37.5%18.8%18.8%28.1%34.4%
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
Science4th Grade Content
All Students2013-1416.8%20%20%3.3%16.7%33.3%46.7%
Science4th Grade Content
African American
2014-152%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Science4th Grade Content
African American
2013-143.3%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Science4th Grade Content
Hispanic of Any Race
2014-155.5%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Science4th Grade Content
Hispanic of Any Race
2013-147.7%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Science4th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2014-1511.8%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Science4th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2013-1415.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Science4th Grade Content
White2014-1515.4%46.2%46.2%23.1%23.1%26.9%26.9%
Science4th Grade Content
White2013-1420.7%25%25%4.2%20.8%41.7%33.3%
Science4th Grade Content
Female2014-1510.4%33.3%33.3%22.2%11.1%33.3%33.3%
Science4th Grade Content
Female2013-1415.9%14.3%14.3%0%14.3%14.3%71.4%
Science4th Grade Content
Male2014-1514.3%42.9%42.9%14.3%28.6%21.4%35.7%
Science4th Grade Content
Male2013-1417.7%25%25%6.3%18.8%50%25%
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
Science4th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-155.5%27.8%27.8%11.1%16.7%22.2%50%
Science4th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-148%18.8%18.8%6.3%12.5%18.8%62.5%
Science4th Grade Content
English Language Learners
2013-142.9%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Science4th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2014-154.6%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Science4th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2013-145.6%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Science7th Grade Content
All Students2014-1522.7%40%40%11.1%28.9%24.4%35.6%
Science7th Grade Content
All Students2013-1419.8%12.5%12.5%6.3%6.3%29.2%58.3%
Science7th Grade Content
African American
2014-155%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Science7th Grade Content
African American
2013-143.9%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Science7th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2014-1521.6%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Science7th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2013-1417.9%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Science7th Grade Content
White2014-1527.4%45%45%12.5%32.5%27.5%27.5%
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
Science7th Grade Content
White2013-1424.2%14.3%14.3%5.7%8.6%25.7%60%
Science7th Grade Content
Female2014-1520.8%41.4%41.4%6.9%34.5%31%27.6%
Science7th Grade Content
Female2013-1417.5%7.4%7.4%0%7.4%44.4%48.1%
Science7th Grade Content
Male2014-1524.6%37.5%37.5%18.8%18.8%12.5%50%
Science7th Grade Content
Male2013-1422%19%19%14.3%4.8%9.5%71.4%
Science7th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1510.9%31.6%31.6%0%31.6%15.8%52.6%
Science7th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-149.4%0%0%0%0%25%75%
Science7th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2014-154.7%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Science7th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2013-144.5%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies5th Grade Content
All Students2014-1522.2%45.8%45.8%16.7%29.2%39.6%14.6%
Social Studies5th Grade Content
All Students2013-1426.5%65.3%65.3%8.2%57.1%30.6%4.1%
Social Studies5th Grade Content
African American
2014-155.4%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies5th Grade Content
African American
2013-148.1%<10<10<10<10<10<10
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
Social Studies5th Grade Content
Hispanic of Any Race
2014-1512.3%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies5th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2014-1520.5%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies5th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2013-1424.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies5th Grade Content
White2014-1526.9%46.3%46.3%17.1%29.3%39%14.6%
Social Studies5th Grade Content
White2013-1431.8%69.8%69.8%9.3%60.5%25.6%4.7%
Social Studies5th Grade Content
Female2014-1520.6%45.2%45.2%16.1%29%38.7%16.1%
Social Studies5th Grade Content
Female2013-1425.2%73.3%73.3%3.3%70%26.7%0%
Social Studies5th Grade Content
Male2014-1523.8%47.1%47.1%17.6%29.4%41.2%11.8%
Social Studies5th Grade Content
Male2013-1427.8%52.6%52.6%15.8%36.8%36.8%10.5%
Social Studies5th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1510.9%39.3%39.3%10.7%28.6%39.3%21.4%
Social Studies5th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-1413.2%47.8%47.8%8.7%39.1%43.5%8.7%
Social Studies5th Grade Content
English Language Learners
2013-144.7%<10<10<10<10<10<10
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
Social Studies5th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2014-156.9%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies5th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2013-146.8%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies8th Grade Content
All Students2014-1529.7%23.1%23.1%1.5%21.5%43.1%33.8%
Social Studies8th Grade Content
All Students2013-1425.6%38.1%38.1%2.4%35.7%47.6%14.3%
Social Studies8th Grade Content
African American
2014-159.1%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies8th Grade Content
Asian2014-1550.9%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies8th Grade Content
Hispanic of Any Race
2014-1518.1%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies8th Grade Content
Hispanic of Any Race
2013-1414.6%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies8th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2014-1526.7%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies8th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2013-1422.9%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies8th Grade Content
White2014-1535.2%24.1%24.1%0%24.1%40.7%35.2%
Social Studies8th Grade Content
White2013-1431.2%40%40%2.5%37.5%47.5%12.5%
Social Studies8th Grade Content
Female2014-1525.2%15.2%15.2%0%15.2%48.5%36.4%
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
Social Studies8th Grade Content
Female2013-1422.4%50%50%4.5%45.5%31.8%18.2%
Social Studies8th Grade Content
Male2014-1534%31.3%31.3%3.1%28.1%37.5%31.3%
Social Studies8th Grade Content
Male2013-1428.7%25%25%0%25%65%10%
Social Studies8th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1515.9%14.3%14.3%0%14.3%42.9%42.9%
Social Studies8th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-1412.9%30.8%30.8%0%30.8%53.8%15.4%
Social Studies8th Grade Content
English Language Learners
2013-145.1%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies8th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2014-157.3%7.1%7.1%0%7.1%14.3%78.6%
Social Studies8th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2013-146.4%<10<10<10<10<10<10
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
Mathematics11th Grade Content
All Students2014-1528.5%33.3%33.3%9.1%24.2%42.4%24.2%
Mathematics11th Grade Content
All Students2013-1428.8%23.5%23.5%0%23.5%41.2%35.3%
Mathematics11th Grade Content
African American
2014-158.6%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics11th Grade Content
African American
2013-145.9%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics11th Grade Content
Asian2013-1460.7%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics11th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2014-1524.4%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics11th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2013-1424.5%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics11th Grade Content
White2014-1532.4%35.7%35.7%10.7%25%42.9%21.4%
Mathematics11th Grade Content
White2013-1433.5%23.3%23.3%0%23.3%43.3%33.3%
Mathematics11th Grade Content
Female2014-1529.1%31.6%31.6%5.3%26.3%52.6%15.8%
Mathematics11th Grade Content
Female2013-1426.5%29.4%29.4%0%29.4%41.2%29.4%
Mathematics11th Grade Content
Male2014-1527.8%35.7%35.7%14.3%21.4%28.6%35.7%
Mathematics11th Grade Content
Male2013-1431.1%17.6%17.6%0%17.6%41.2%41.2%
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
Mathematics11th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1514.1%42.9%42.9%14.3%28.6%28.6%28.6%
Mathematics11th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-1413%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics11th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2014-153.6%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics11th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2013-144.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Reading11th Grade Content
All Students2013-1458.7%55.9%55.9%8.8%47.1%41.2%2.9%
Reading11th Grade Content
African American
2013-1431.3%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Reading11th Grade Content
Asian2013-1471.8%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Reading11th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2013-1458.6%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Reading11th Grade Content
White2013-1465%56.7%56.7%6.7%50%40%3.3%
Reading11th Grade Content
Female2013-1462.4%58.8%58.8%0%58.8%35.3%5.9%
Reading11th Grade Content
Male2013-1455%52.9%52.9%17.6%35.3%47.1%0%
Reading11th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-1443%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Reading11th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2013-1424.1%<10<10<10<10<10<10
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
ELA11th Grade Content
All Students2014-1549.3%60.6%60.6%33.3%27.3%33.3%6.1%
ELA11th Grade Content
African American
2014-1525.8%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA11th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2014-1549.1%<10<10<10<10<10<10
ELA11th Grade Content
White2014-1554.3%60.7%60.7%39.3%21.4%35.7%3.6%
ELA11th Grade Content
Female2014-1555.4%68.4%68.4%36.8%31.6%26.3%5.3%
ELA11th Grade Content
Male2014-1543.3%50%50%28.6%21.4%42.9%7.1%
ELA11th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1534.6%57.1%57.1%35.7%21.4%28.6%14.3%
ELA11th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2014-1512.6%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Science11th Grade Content
All Students2014-1529.4%30.3%30.3%3%27.3%36.4%33.3%
Science11th Grade Content
All Students2013-1428.4%26.5%26.5%5.9%20.6%29.4%44.1%
Science11th Grade Content
African American
2014-157.3%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Science11th Grade Content
African American
2013-145.5%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Science11th Grade Content
Asian2013-1448.5%<10<10<10<10<10<10
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
Science11th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2014-1527.7%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Science11th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2013-1427.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Science11th Grade Content
White2014-1534.2%32.1%32.1%3.6%28.6%35.7%32.1%
Science11th Grade Content
White2013-1433.4%23.3%23.3%6.7%16.7%33.3%43.3%
Science11th Grade Content
Female2014-1526.7%21.1%21.1%0%21.1%57.9%21.1%
Science11th Grade Content
Female2013-1424.6%23.5%23.5%5.9%17.6%29.4%47.1%
Science11th Grade Content
Male2014-1532.1%42.9%42.9%7.1%35.7%7.1%50%
Science11th Grade Content
Male2013-1432.2%29.4%29.4%5.9%23.5%29.4%41.2%
Science11th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1515.4%35.7%35.7%7.1%28.6%21.4%42.9%
Science11th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-1414.2%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Science11th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2014-156.7%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Science11th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2013-145.5%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies11th Grade Content
All Students2014-1543.9%30.3%30.3%0%30.3%63.6%6.1%
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
Social Studies11th Grade Content
All Students2013-1443.9%41.2%41.2%5.9%35.3%52.9%5.9%
Social Studies11th Grade Content
African American
2014-1518%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies11th Grade Content
African American
2013-1416.6%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies11th Grade Content
Asian2013-1461.3%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies11th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2014-1541.4%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies11th Grade Content
Two or More Races
2013-1443.7%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies11th Grade Content
White2014-1549.4%32.1%32.1%0%32.1%60.7%7.1%
Social Studies11th Grade Content
White2013-1450%40%40%6.7%33.3%56.7%3.3%
Social Studies11th Grade Content
Female2014-1540.5%21.1%21.1%0%21.1%73.7%5.3%
Social Studies11th Grade Content
Female2013-1439.7%41.2%41.2%0%41.2%52.9%5.9%
Social Studies11th Grade Content
Male2014-1547.2%42.9%42.9%0%42.9%50%7.1%
Social Studies11th Grade Content
Male2013-1448.2%41.2%41.2%11.8%29.4%52.9%5.9%
Social Studies11th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1527.9%35.7%35.7%0%35.7%57.1%7.1%
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SubjectGradeTesting Group
School YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Advanced
Percent Proficient
Percent Partially Proficient
Percent Not Proficient
Social Studies11th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-1427.5%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies11th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2014-1515%<10<10<10<10<10<10
Social Studies11th Grade Content
Students With Disabilities
2013-1410.9%<10<10<10<10<10<10
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Michigan Educational Assessment Program Access (MEAP - Access)
SubjectGradeTesting GroupSchool YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Exceeded
Percent MetPercent Progressing
Mathematics5thAll Students2013-1456.8%<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics5thHispanic of Any Race
2013-1453.2%<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics5thFemale2013-1453.3%<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics7thAll Students2013-1447.2%<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics7thWhite2013-1452.3%<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics7thMale2013-1446.1%<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics7thEconomically Disadvantaged
2013-1444.5%<10<10<10<10<10
Reading4thAll Students2013-1445.6%<10<10<10<10<10
Reading4thWhite2013-1450.1%<10<10<10<10<10
Reading4thFemale2013-1446.2%<10<10<10<10<10
Reading4thEconomically Disadvantaged
2013-1441.3%<10<10<10<10<10
Reading5thAll Students2013-1459.8%<10<10<10<10<10
Reading5thHispanic of Any Race
2013-1453.4%<10<10<10<10<10
Reading5thFemale2013-1465.6%<10<10<10<10<10
Reading7thAll Students2013-1461.7%<10<10<10<10<10
Reading7thWhite2013-1466.7%<10<10<10<10<10
Reading7thMale2013-1459.3%<10<10<10<10<10
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MI-Access Functional Independence
SubjectGradeTesting GroupSchool YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Surpassed
Percent Attained
Percent Emerging
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
All Students2013-1481.3%<10<10<10<10<10
Reading3rd Grade Content
All Students2013-1476.5%<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
African American
2013-1476.6%<10<10<10<10<10
Reading3rd Grade Content
African American
2013-1471.6%<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
White2013-1483.6%<10<10<10<10<10
Reading3rd Grade Content
White2013-1479.2%<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
Female2013-1477.8%<10<10<10<10<10
Reading3rd Grade Content
Female2013-1477.2%<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
Male2013-1483.3%<10<10<10<10<10
Reading3rd Grade Content
Male2013-1476.1%<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics3rd Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-1482.3%<10<10<10<10<10
Reading3rd Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2013-1475.1%<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics11th Grade Content
All Students2014-1580.5%<10<10<10<10<10
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MI-Access Functional Independence
SubjectGradeTesting GroupSchool YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Surpassed
Percent Attained
Percent Emerging
ELA11th Grade Content
All Students2014-1579.5%<10<10<10<10<10
Science11th Grade Content
All Students2014-1553.3%<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics11th Grade Content
White2014-1585.9%<10<10<10<10<10
ELA11th Grade Content
White2014-1584.4%<10<10<10<10<10
Science11th Grade Content
White2014-1562.8%<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics11th Grade Content
Female2014-1580%<10<10<10<10<10
ELA11th Grade Content
Female2014-1579.2%<10<10<10<10<10
Science11th Grade Content
Female2014-1548.9%<10<10<10<10<10
Mathematics11th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1580%<10<10<10<10<10
ELA11th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1578.8%<10<10<10<10<10
Science11th Grade Content
Economically Disadvantaged
2014-1551.3%<10<10<10<10<10
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MI-Access Supported Independence
SubjectGradeTesting GroupSchool YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Surpassed
Percent Attained
Percent Emerging
No Data to Display
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MI-Access Participation
SubjectGradeTesting GroupSchool YearState Percent Students Proficient
District Percent Students Proficient
School Percent Students Proficient
Percent Surpassed
Percent Attained
Percent Emerging
No Data to Display
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Accountability Details Subject Data
Testing Group
Subject State Tested Total
State Percent Proficient
District Tested Total
District Percent Proficient*
School Tested Total
School Percent Proficient**
All Students Mathematics 98.1% 36.5% 98.7% N/A 98.7% N/A
All Students ELA 98.1% 48.5% 98.3% N/A 98.3% N/A
All Students Science 97.5% 22.2% 100% N/A 100% N/A
All Students Social Studies 97.4% 31.8% 98.7% N/A 98.7% N/A
American Indian
Mathematics 98.2% 27.8% N/A N/A N/A N/A
American Indian
ELA 98% 41.5% N/A N/A N/A N/A
American Indian
Science 97.8% 17.7% N/A N/A N/A N/A
American Indian
Social Studies 97.2% 25.2% N/A N/A N/A N/A
African American
Mathematics 96.5% 13.5% <30 N/A <30 N/A
African American
ELA 96.5% 24.5% <30 N/A <30 N/A
African American
Science 95.4% 6.1% <30 N/A <30 N/A
African American
Social Studies 95.2% 11% <30 N/A <30 N/A
Asian Mathematics 99.1% 66.3% <30 N/A <30 N/A
Asian ELA 98.7% 70.2% <30 N/A <30 N/A
Asian Science 99% 38% N/A N/A N/A N/A
Asian Social Studies 98.8% 49.6% <30 N/A <30 N/A
Hispanic of Any Race
Mathematics 98.3% 23.7% <30 N/A <30 N/A
Hispanic of Any Race
ELA 98.3% 36.1% <30 N/A <30 N/A
Hispanic of Any Race
Science 97.9% 11.7% <30 N/A <30 N/A
Hispanic of Any Race
Social Studies 97.5% 20.2% <30 N/A <30 N/A
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
Mathematics 99.8% 40.8% N/A N/A N/A N/A
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Accountability Details Subject Data
Testing Group
Subject State Tested Total
State Percent Proficient
District Tested Total
District Percent Proficient*
School Tested Total
School Percent Proficient**
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
ELA 99.3% 53.3% N/A N/A N/A N/A
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
Science 99.6% 21.9% N/A N/A N/A N/A
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
Social Studies 99.3% 33% N/A N/A N/A N/A
Two or More Races
Mathematics 98.5% 33.6% <30 N/A <30 N/A
Two or More Races
ELA 98.5% 46.9% <30 N/A <30 N/A
Two or More Races
Science 98.5% 20.1% <30 N/A <30 N/A
Two or More Races
Social Studies 98.1% 28.3% <30 N/A <30 N/A
White Mathematics 98.5% 42.5% 98.4% N/A 98.4% N/A
White ELA 98.5% 55% 98% N/A 98% N/A
White Science 98.1% 26.6% 100% N/A 100% N/A
White Social Studies 98% 37.3% 98.4% N/A 98.4% N/A
Economically Disadvantaged
Mathematics 97.6% 22.5% 99.3% N/A 99.3% N/A
Economically Disadvantaged
ELA 97.6% 33.7% 98.6% N/A 98.6% N/A
Economically Disadvantaged
Science 96.8% 11.7% 100% N/A 100% N/A
Economically Disadvantaged
Social Studies 96.5% 17.8% 100% N/A 100% N/A
English Language Learners
Mathematics 98.6% 20.3% N/A N/A N/A N/A
English Language Learners
ELA 98.2% 24% N/A N/A N/A N/A
English Language Learners
Science 98.2% 3.9% N/A N/A N/A N/A
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Accountability Details Subject Data
Testing Group
Subject State Tested Total
State Percent Proficient
District Tested Total
District Percent Proficient*
School Tested Total
School Percent Proficient**
English Language Learners
Social Studies 97.9% 8.1% N/A N/A N/A N/A
Students With Disabilities
Mathematics 97.2% 21.8% 98.2% N/A 98.2% N/A
Students With Disabilities
ELA 96.6% 24.7% 96.3% N/A 96.3% N/A
Students With Disabilities
Science 96.5% 15.4% <30 N/A <30 N/A
Students With Disabilities
Social Studies 95% 13.9% <30 N/A <30 N/A
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Accountability Details Graduation Data
Student Group Statewide District School
All Students 78.6% N/A N/A
American Indian 64.8% N/A N/A
African American 64.5% N/A N/A
Asian 89.1% N/A N/A
Hispanic of Any Race 68.8% N/A N/A
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
78.9% N/A N/A
Two or More Races 74.2% N/A N/A
White 82.9% N/A N/A
Female 82.9% N/A N/A
Male 74.4% N/A N/A
Economically Disadvantaged 65.6% N/A N/A
English Language Learners 68.2% N/A N/A
Students With Disabilities 55.1% N/A N/A
Bottom 30% N/A N/A N/A * All data based on students enrolled for a full academic year.
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Accountability Details Attendance Data
Student Group Statewide District School
All Students 94.7% 94.8% 94.8% * All data based on students enrolled for a full academic year.
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Accountability Status District Data
District Name
Reading Status
Reading Score
Writing Status
Writing Score
Math Status
Math ScoreScience Status
Science Score
Social Studies Status
Social Studies Score
Overall Status
Overall Score
No Data to Display
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Accountability Status School Data
District Name
School Name
Title 1 Status
Reading Status
Reading Score
Writing Status
Writing Score
Math Status
Math Score
Science Status
Science Score
Social Studies Status
Social Studies Score
Overall Status
Overall Score
No Data to Display
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Teacher Quality - Qualification
Other B.A. M.A. P.H.D.
Professional Qualifications of All Public Elementary and Secondary School Teachers in the School
1 31 11 0
Professional Qualifications are defined by the State and may include information such as the degrees of public school teachers (e.g., percentage of teachers with Bachelors Degrees or Masters Degrees) or the percentage of fully certified teachers
Teacher Quality - Class
School Aggregate High-Poverty Schools Low-Poverty Schools
Percentage of Core Academic Subject Elementary and Secondary School Classes not Taught by Highly Qualified Teachers
0.0% 0.0% 0.0%
Teacher Quality - Provisional
Certification Percent
Percentage of Public Elementary and Secondary School Teachers in the School with Emergency Certification
0%
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NAEP Grade 4 Math
Percent of Students
Percent below Basic
Percent Basic Percent Proficient Percent Advanced
All Students 100 23 77 34 5
Male Female
51 49
22 23
78 77
36 32
6 4
National Lunch Program Eligibility Eligible Not Eligible Info not available
47 53 #
36 10 ‡
64 90 ‡
17 49 ‡
1 9 ‡
Race/Ethnicity White Black Hispanic Asian American Indian/Alaska Native Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Two or More Races
72 15 6 4 1 # 3
15 53 38 11 ‡ ‡ ‡
85 47 62 89 ‡ ‡ ‡
39 10 21 58 ‡ ‡ ‡
5 &#35 3 19 ‡ ‡ &#8225
Student classified as having a disability SD Not SD
12 88
47 19
53 81
14 37
1 5
Student is an English Language Learner ELL Not ELL
5 95
42 22
58 78
16 35
1 5
‡ Reporting Standards not met. Note: Observed differences are not necessarily statistically significant. Detail may not sum to total because of rounding. SOURCE: U.S. Department of Education. Institute for Education Sciences. National Center for Education Statistics. National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) 2015 Mathematics Achievement.
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NAEP Grade 8 Math
Percent of Students
Percent below Basic
Percent Basic Percent Proficient Percent Advanced
All Students 100 32 39 22 7
Male Female
51 49
31 34
39 39
23 21
7 6
National Lunch Program Eligibility Eligible Not Eligible Info not available
45 55 #
48 19 ‡
39 40 ‡
12 30 ‡
2 11 ‡
Race/Ethnicity White Black Hispanic Asian American Indian/Alaska Native Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Two or More Races
69 20 4 3 1 # 2
23 66 38 11 ‡ ‡ ‡
43 29 44 18 ‡ ‡ ‡
26 5 15 39 ‡ ‡ ‡
7 # 4 32 ‡ ‡ ‡
Student classified as having a disability SD Not SD
11 89
77 27
19 41
3 24
# 7
Student is an English Language Learner ELL Not ELL
3 97
54 32
33 39
11 22
2 7
‡ Reporting Standards not met. NOTE: Observed differences are not necessarily statistically significant. Detail may not sum to total because of rounding. SOURCE: U.S. Department of Education. Institute for Education Sciences. National Center for Education Statistics. National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) 2015 Mathematics Achievement.
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NAEP Grade 12 Math
Percent of Students
Percent below Basic
Percent Basic Percent Proficient Percent Advanced
All Students 100 34 41 23 2
Male Female
51 49
32 35
41 42
26 22
1 1
National Lunch Program Eligibility Eligible Not Eligible Info not available
35 64 0
54 22 0
37 44 0
9 32 0
0 2 0
Race/Ethnicity White Black Hispanic Asian American Indian Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Two or More Races
76 14 5 3 1 0 1
26 68 58 26 0 0 0
42 27 33 32 0 0 0
30 5 9 35 0 0 0
2 0 0 7 0 0 0
Student classified as having a disability SD Not SD
9 91
78 30
19 43
3 25
0 2
Student is an English Language Learner ELL Not ELL
2 98
0 33
0 41
0 24
0 2
‡ Reporting Standards not met. NOTE: Observed differences are not necessarily statistically significant. Detail may not sum to total because of rounding. SOURCE: U.S. Department of Education. Institute for Education Sciences. National Center for Education Statistics. National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) 2015 Mathematics Achievement.
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NAEP Grade 4 Reading
Percent of Students
Percent below Basic
Percent Basic Percent Proficient Percent Advanced
All Students 100 37 63 29 5
Male Female
50 50
39 34
61 66
26 31
5 6
National Lunch Program Eligibility Eligible Not Eligible Info not available
48 52 #
50 24 ‡
50 76 ‡
16 40 ‡
1 8 ‡
Race/Ethnicity White Black Hispanic Asian American Indian/Alaska Native Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Two or More Races
72 14 6 4 1 # 3
32 66 49 16 ‡ ‡ 30
68 34 51 84 ‡ ‡ 70
32 9 17 49 ‡ ‡ 37
6 1 1 15 ‡ ‡ 8
Student classified as having a disability SD Not SD
12 88
76 32
24 68
7 31
# 6
Student is an English Language Learner ELL Not ELL
4 96
52 36
48 64
16 29
2 5
# Rounds to zero ‡ Reporting Standards not met. NOTE: Observed differences are not necessarily statistically significant. Detail may not sum to total because of rounding. SOURCE: U.S. Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics, National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), 2015 Reading Assessment.
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NAEP Grade 8 Reading
Percent of Students
Percent below Basic
Percent Basic Percent Proficient Percent Advanced
All Students 100 24 44 29 3
Male Female
51 49
29 20
45 42
25 34
2 4
National Lunch Program Eligibility Eligible Not Eligible Info not available
45 55 #
37 14 ‡
45 43 ‡
17 39 ‡
1 4 ‡
Race/Ethnicity White Black Hispanic Asian/Pacific Islander American Indian/Alaska Native Two or More Races
69 20 4 3 1 2
18 47 27 13 ‡ ‡
44 44 41 35 ‡ ‡
34 9 29 41 ‡ ‡
3 &#35 3 10 ‡ ‡
Student classified as having a disability SD Not SD
10 90
64 20
30 45
5 32
# 3
Student is an English Language Learner ELL Not ELL
3 97
57 23
37 44
6 30
# 3
# Rounds to zero ‡ Reporting Standards not met. NOTE: Observed differences are not necessarily statistically significant. Detail may not sum to total because of rounding. SOURCE: U.S. Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics, National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), 2015 Reading Assessment.
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Annual Education Report Merritt Academy
NAEP Grade 12 Reading
Percent of Students
Percent below Basic
Percent Basic Percent Proficient Percent Advanced
All Students 100 26 5 27 5
Male Female
50 50
31 20
37 37
28 37
4 6
National Lunch Program Eligibility Eligible Not Eligible Info not available
35 64 1
37 19 0
39 36 0
22 38 0
2 7 0
Race/Ethnicity White Black Hispanic Asian American Indian Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Two or More Races
76 14 5 3 1 0 0
20 52 34 21 0 0 0
38 36 44 26 0 0 0
36 12 21 41 0 0 0
6 0 1 12 0 0 0
Student classified as having a disability SD Not SD
7 93
66 23
25 38
8 34
1 5
Student is an English Language Learner ELL Not ELL
2 98
0 25
0 37
0 33
0 5
# Rounds to zero ‡ Reporting Standards not met. NOTE: Observed differences are not necessarily statistically significant. Detail may not sum to total because of rounding. SOURCE: U.S. Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics, National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), 2015 Reading Assessment.
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NAEP Participation Data
Grade Subject Participation Rate for Students with Disabilities
Standard Error Participation Rate for Limited English Proficient Students
Standard Error
4 Math Reading
87 73
1.9 3.7
95 90
2.0 2.5
8 Math Reading
84 76
3.6 3.3
84 83
5.2 4.0

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Parent Involvement Plan

In accordance with No Child Left Behind section 1118, Merritt Academy Parent Involvement Policy has adopted by the Board of Trustees of Merritt International Academy. Parental Involvement The Board of Directors believes that durable and significant learning by a student is more likely to occur when there is an effective partnership between the school and the student’s parents/guardians ("parents").

Such a partnership means a mutual belief in and commitment to significant educational goals for a student, a plan for the mean to accomplish those goals, cooperation on developing and implementing solutions to problems that may be encountered, and continuing communications regarding the progress in accomplishing the goal(s). To this end, parents should be meaningfully involved in: developing and implementing appropriate strategies for helping their child achieve the learning objectives that lead to accomplishing he learning outcomes; providing a school and home environment which encourages learning and augments, at home, the learning experiences provided by the school; establishing the learning outcomes for their child with the goal of developing responsible, adult member of our society; establishing and supporting a consistent and shared approach to child guidance and discipline; providing for the proper health, safety and well-being for their child; developing English language proficiency; The Board is committed to providing clear and concise communication to parents. The Board through this policy directs the establishment of a parent involvement plan by which a school-parent partnership can be established and provided to the parent of each child in the Academy. The plan must encompass parent participation, through meetings and other forms of communication.

The Parental Involvement Plan shall be distributed to all parents and students through publication in the Student Handbook and other suitable means. The Educational Service Provider shall direct the development of a Parent Involvement Plan for the Academy (with building/program specific goals as desired) which may include, among others, the following strategies: Provide child’s individual assessment results, reading results, progress reports, report cards to parents. Provide a description and explanation of the curriculum in use at the Academy, the form of assessment used to measure student progress and the proficiency levels students are expected to meet. The Academy will also provide student handbooks that outline each school’s discipline plan along with the attendance plan.

Arrange flexible scheduled parent/teacher conferences and parent requested conferences. Post PTA/VIP/PTSO meetings, and parent involvement meetings on the Academy website and via-email. Publish

Academy Newsletter(s) informing parents about the parent involvement plan and other events at the school(s).

Schedule meetings to provide parents the opportunity to share concerns and desires, to better improve the school environment and student achievement. Send home a parent-student-teacher compact that outlines how parents and school staff will share the responsibility for improved student achievement of their children. This compact shall be discussed and revised as necessary at least annually.

Teachers contact new students by mailing welcome notes. Schedule conferences to inform parents of student’s progress. Send folders or reports home to keep parents abreast of individual student progress and maintain open lines of communication. Make calls, use e-mail, and/or letters as needed for teachers and administrators to communicate with parents. Encourage continued positive partnerships involvement throughout the community by staff and administrators. Encourage active faculty participation in PTA/VIP/PTSO. Have students perform at various functions both at school and throughout the community. Encourage parents to serve as chaperones for class field trips and other school activities. Hold an annual recognition event for parents and volunteers who have helped throughout the year. Provide opportunities for dissensions between parents, administrators and staff to address problems and find solutions for students having difficulties, either academically or socially.

Use Academy school improvement committee to review and improve the Parental Involvement Plan. Relations with Parents The Board needs parents to assume and exercise responsibility for their children’s behavior, including the behavior of students who have reached the legal age of majority, but are still supported by the parent. During the school hours, the Board, through its designated administrators, recognizes the responsibility to monitor students’ behavior and, as with all academic matters, the importance of cooperation between the school and the parents in matters relating to conduct. For the benefit of the child, the Board encourages parents to support their child’s career in school by: participating in school functions, organizations and committees; supporting the teachers and the schools in maintaining discipline and a safe and orderly learning environment; requiring their child to observe all school rules and regulations; supporting or enforcing consequences for their child’s willful behavior in school; sending their children to school with proper attention to his/her health, personal cleanliness, and dress; maintaining an active interest in their child’s daily work, monitoring and making it possible for him/her to complete assigned homework by providing a quiet place and suitable conditions for study; reading all communications from the school, signing, and returning them promptly when required; cooperating with the school in attending conferences set up for the exchange of information of their child’s progress in school. The academy includes parents in every aspect of the education program. The school governance structure relies on parental input and cultivates a close working partnership between staff and parents. Each year the school, in partnership with its management company (The Romine Group), will send out an annual survey to evaluate the effectiveness of school operations and the school improvement plan. Results of this survey will be compiled by the management company and shared with school administrators who will in turn share the results with the staff and parents. The school improvement team will take the results and develop action plans to address any outlying concerns and also to plan the next years school improvement plan. Ongoing communication Teachers regularly communicate with parents. Communication channels are established that best meets the needs of the parents. These can include phone conversations, email or quick conversations before and after school as the parents drop off or pick up their child. Teachers also generate weekly or bi-weekly class newsletters informing parents of upcoming events and classroom topics. Report Cards and

Progress Reports Teachers send report cards and progress reports home every six weeks. These apprise the parents of the student’s progress as well as help identify areas in which they need help.

Parent/Teacher Conferences Parent/Teacher Conferences are conducted 3 times a year. Parents are scheduled a time to meet with their child’s teacher. At this time, the teacher updates the parents on the student’s progress, displays students work based on their portfolios. Parents are also encouraged to set up meetings with teachers any time they are concerned about their child’s progress. For students whose parents require translation services, we have hired bilingual paraprofessionals for our top three languages spoken in our student’s homes. Disclaimers are added at the bottom of all our communications in the student’s native language informing them of the opportunity to receive translation services. Individual student results are shared two times a year at parent teacher conferences with translators present if necessary. Volunteer Opportunities Merritt Academy provides the opportunity for parents to regularly volunteer in the school. Parents may assist teachers with classroom activities, chaperone on class or school field trips, assist in the main office, or provide support during our lunch times. Parent Surveys Parent surveys are conducted yearly to solicit feedback from parents in regards to their impression of various facets of the school. The management company will start to provide this service to provide a neutral, third party facilitator. Principal’s Breakfast Each semester, the principal will host a breakfast that aims to bring parents to the school to facilitate a discussion about the climate of the school. This gives the parents the opportunity to bring to light any concerns or good things they like about the school.

Teacher/Student/Parent Compacts

The Merritt Academy School Parent Compact is an integral part of the parent –teacher and school relationship. Compacts are introduced and initiated during the parent orientation program and are revisited again at the all school parent-teacher conferences in late fall and early spring. Copies of the compact, after signed by the parent and teacher are retained by both parties. At the first Parent Teacher Conference, the compact is shared with the parents and signed again if necessary. MEAP Data Interpretation to Parents MEAP Scores are typically shared during January at Merritt Academy. MEAP scores are immediately analyzed by the administrative, instructional staff and school improvement team. The scores and information is then passed on to the Merritt staff. Special information sessions for parents are coordinated through the Merritt Parent Organization to disseminate MEAP results. During these informational sessions, results are explained to the parents in the simplest forms avoiding the use of technical language. Teachers explain the MEAP results to the parents at parent teacher conferences in a language they can understand. This allows the parents to ask individual questions of their students in relation to their MEAP scores. At the meetings and parent teacher conferences, we provide a translator for the languages other than English most spoken by our students if requested.

Individual student reports are sent directly to the student’s home with a letter. School wide results are also published in the Merritt School News Letter and shared online

Merritt Academy Family-School Agreement 2012-2013 This agreement is a voluntary commitment to create a partnership to ensure the educational success of each student at Merritt Academy.

Staff: As teachers, I/We agree to…  respect all students  follow Michigan’s benchmarks and curriculum  provide an orderly learning environment  provide special assistance (tutoring) to students as needed  provide opportunities for students to develop their own unique abilities (differentiation)  provide useful/appropriate homework assignments  provide a quick turn around in all grading of tests, homework assignments, and quizzes on our new grading program “Parent Portal”  provide information in the monthly school newsletter concerning the instructional programs and happenings of each classroom  enforce school rules and policies in class as well as on campus (including dress code)  have high expectations of students/parents  provide remediation to struggling students at least two times a week  provide enrichment to students excelling above grade level at least once a week

Teacher: ___________________ Date ____________

Parent/Guardian: As a parent I/We agree to.. send my child ready to learn and in proper dress code  encourage and provide regular attendance and punctuality  provide up-to-date information concerning my child  attend all parent/teacher conferences and maintain on going communication with teacher  teach the importance of self-respect  provide a quiet place to study at home  assist my child with his/her homework and provide additional learning opportunities whenever possible  support school policies and procedures; If a concern arises, I will come to staff or administration to address the concern immediately  have high expectations for my child

Parent/Guardian: ____________________________ Date ____________

Students: As a student, I agree to.. work hard each day to do my best  attend school on a regular basis and I will try to be punctual(on time) everyday  follow the school rules(including dress code)-Merritt Academy teachers have the right to teach and Merritt Academy students have the right to learn in a safe, positive, and orderly environment  respect myself and the other students around me  complete all classroom and homework assignments to the best of my ability and meet deadlines set by teacher  respect school property  show courtesy and cooperation  be responsible for bringing the proper materials I need to be successful everyday  ask for help when I need it

Student: __________________________ Date _________

_____ I want to receive a hard copy of the “Merritt Minutes” that will be sent home with my student

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Long Term Debt Obligation

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - Continued
FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2013
See Independent Auditor's Report

NOTE 8 - LONG-TERM OBLIGATIONS PAYABLE

The following is a summary of long-term obligations for the Academy during the year ended June 30, 2013:

Loan Information

Certificates of Participation 2004

Interest Rate: 6.25%
Maturity Date: December 2024
Other: Collateralized by a mortgage on the Academy's facility as well as a pledge for 20% of the state school aid payments and funds held in trust for debt service

Certificates of Participation 2004

Interest Rate: 7.00%
Maturity Date: December 2036
Other: Collateralized by a mortgage on the Academy's facility as well as a pledge for 20% of the state school aid payments and funds held in trust for debt service

Loan Activity

Certificates of Participation 2004

Balance July 1, 2012: $2,715,000
Retirements and Payments: $110,000
Balance June 30, 2013: $2,605,000
Due Within One Year: $120,000

Certificates of Participation 2006

Balance July 1, 2012: $4,995,000
Retirements and Payments: $85,000
Balance June 30, 2013: $4,910,000
Due Within One Year: $90,000

Totals

Balance July 1, 2012: $7,710,000
Retirements and Payments: $195,000
Balance June 30, 2013: $7,515,000
Due Within One Year: $210,000

Following are maturities of long-term obligations for principal and interest for the next five years and in total (Principal - Interest):

2014
($210,000 - $480,975)

2015
($220,000 - $467,769)

2016
($235,000 - $453,119)

2017
($250,000 - $436,819)

2018
($265,000 - $419,494)

2019-2023
($1,635,000 - $1,792,213)

2024-2028
($1,710,000 - $1,151,388)

2029-2033
($1,250,000 - $748,438)

2034-2038
($1,740,000 - $4263,125)

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2016-2017 Board Approved Budget Amendment as of 11/21/2016

School Service Fund Appropriation Resolution for Adoption by the Board of Directors or Merritt Academy

RESOLVED, that this resolution shall be the school service fun appropriations of Merritt Academy for the fiscal year 2017. A resolution to make appropriations; to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations; and to provide for the disposition of all income received by Merritt Academy.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the total revenues estimated to be available for appropriations in the school service fund of Merritt Academy for fiscal year 207 is as follows:

REVENUE

Fund Balance as of June 30, 2016

(1XX) Local Sources
Current Approved Budget: 10,063
Proposed Amendment: 0
Approved Budget: 10,063

(2XX) State Sources
Current Approved Budget: 20,000
Proposed Amendment: 0
Approved Budget: 20,000

(3XX) Federal Sources
Current Approved Budget: 98,600
Proposed Amendment: 0
Approved Budget: 98,600

Total Available to Appropriate
Current Approved Budget: 130,633
Proposed Amendment: 0
Approved Budget: 130,633

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that $129,630 of the total available to appropriate in the school service fund is hereby appropriated in the amounts and for the purposes set

EXPENDITURES

(2XX) Food Service
Current Approved Budget: 129,130
Proposed Amendment: 500
Approved Budget: 129,630

Total Appropriated
Current Approved Budget: 129,130
Proposed Amendment: 500
Approved Budget: 129,630

Excess Revenue (Expenditures)
Current Approved Budget: (8,530)
Proposed Amendment: -500
Approved Budget: (9,030)

Estimated Fund Balance at June 30, 2017
Current Approved Budget: 1,533
Proposed Amendment: -500
Approved Budget: 1,033

APPROVED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS regular board meeting, on 11-21-2016

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General Appropriation Resolution for Adoption by the Board of Directors of Merritt Academy

RESOLVED, that this resolution shall be the general appropriations of Merritt Academy for the fiscal year 2017. A resolution to make appropriations; to provide for the expenditure for the appropriations; and to provide for the disposition of all income received by Merritt Academy.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the total revenues estimated to be available for appropriations in the general fund of Merritt Academy for fiscal year 2017 is as follows:

REVENUE

Fund Balance as of June 30, 2016
Current Budget: 463,402
Proposed Amendment: 0
Approved Budget: 463,402

(1XX) Local Sources
Current Budget: 104,000
Proposed Amendment: 0
Approved Budget: 104,000

(2XX) State Sources
Current Budget: 5,210,055
Proposed Amendment: 188,350
Approved Budget: 5,398,405

(3XX) Federal Sources
Current Budget: 271,000
Proposed Amendment: 32,725
Approved Budget: 303,725

Other Sources
Current Budget: 65,000
Proposed Amendment: 0
Approved Budget: 65,000

Total Available to Appropriate
Current Budget: 6,113,457
Proposed Amendment: 221,075
Approved Budget: 6,334,532

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that $5,787,187 of the total available to appropriate in the general fund is hereby appropriated in the amounts and for the purposes set forth below:

EXPENDITURES

(Current Budget - Proposed Amendment - Approved Budget)

(11x) Elementary (1,607,917 - 72,350 - 1,680,267)
(11x) Middle School (268,390 - 0 - 268,390)
(11x) High School (474,396 - 700 - 475,096)
(11x) Preschool (218,826 - -26,039 - 192,787)
(11x) Summer School (0 - 2,500 - 2,500)
(12x) Special Education (284,128 - 0 - 284,128)
(12x) Compensatory Education (235,200 - 0 - 235,200)
(21x) Support Services- Pupil (124,341 - 34,883 - 159,224)
(22x) Support Services- Instructional (10,400 - 11,928 - 22,328)
(22x) Student Assessment (17,500 - 0 - 17,500)
(23x) General Administration (37,000 - 0 - 37,000)
(24x) Executive Administration (628,120 - 0 - 628,120)
(24x) School Administration (422,830 - 280 - 423,110)
(25x) Business Services (41,700 - 3,500 - 45,200)
(26x) Operations and Maintenance (378,600 - 63,622 - 442,222)
(27x) Pupil Transportation Services (55,000 - 15,000 - 70,000)
(28x) Other Support Services (23,000 - 0 - 23,000)
(29x) Afterschool Athletics (60,000 - 0 - 60,000)
(33x) Community Service (1,000 - 0 - 1,000)
(351) Latchkey (12,115 - 0 - 12,115)
(45x) Building Improvement (0 - 12,000 - 12,000)
(5xx) Debt Principal and Interest (0 - 0 - 0)
Outgoing Transfers and Other Transactions (696,000 - 0 - 696,000)

TOTAL APPROPRIATED ($5,596,463 - $190,724 - $5,787,187)

EXCESS REVENUE (EXPENDITURES) ($53,392 - $30,351 - $83,943)

ESTIMATED FUND BALANCE AT JUNE 30, 2017 ($516,994 - $30,351 - $547,345)

APPROVED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS, regular board meeting, on 11-21-2016

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2015-2016 Current Credit Card Information

District Credit Card Information
Merritt Academy

Home Depot: Credit

Limit: $500

Authorized Signatures: Nate Seiferlein, Ron King

Last 4 Digits: 1405

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2015-2016 Teacher, Principal, and Superintendent Salary Information

Salary Data	2013-14	2014-15	2015-16
*Superintendent*
Maximum	$88,920	$91,500	$97,165
Average	$88,920	$91,500	$97,165
Minimum	$88,920	$91,500	$97,165
*Principals*
Maximum	$88,920	$91,500	$97,165
Average	$88,920	$91,500	$97,165
Minimum	$88,920	$91,500	$97,165
*Teachers*
Maximum	$50,091	$48,983	$54,734.79
Average	$41,045	$40,491	$39,575.53
Minimum	$32,000	$32,000	$32,000

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2015-2016 List of Qualifying Employees

School Merritt Academy Calendar Year 2015

Position Lead Administrator

Salary Annual

Retirement

Insurance

Medical/Vision

Dental

Life

Teledoc

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Cash in Lieu

Mandatory Benefits

Employer Paid Social Security

Employer Paid Medicare
FUTA – Federal Unemployment Insurance

SUTA – State Unemployment Insurance

Fed Pay back

Workers Compensation

Total Compensation Including Benefits

$94,335.00

$7,418.56

$11,025.00

$975.00

$203.64

$657.72

$228.84

$5,667.57

$1,325.42

$42.00

$829.89

$275.83

$122,984.47

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2015-2016 Accounts Payable Check Register

Merritt Academy
Accounts Payable
July 2015 - June 2016

	Operating Account
	Date	Check	Vendor	Amount
	07/02/2015	6077	The Romine Group	-46,357.21
	07/08/2015	6075	The Romine Group	-109,469.62
	07/10/2015	6076	Comcast	-503.78
	07/10/2015	6078	Village of New Haven	-641.11
	07/10/2015	6079	Waste Management	-1,192.87
	07/10/2015	6080	Superior Fire Protection	-768.00
	07/10/2015	6081	Purchase Power	-427.92
	07/14/2015	6082	The Romine Group	-110,000.00
	07/14/2015	6083	Riegle Press, Inc.	-3,981.14
	07/14/2015	6084	Emily Gittens	-220.00
	07/14/2015	6085	Gabrielle Gittens	-400.00
	07/22/2015	6086	AT&T	-164.58
	07/22/2015	6087	Cintas	-431.76
	07/22/2015	6088	City Alarm Company	-54.00
	07/22/2015	6089	CJ's Catering	-9,443.13
	07/22/2015	6090	Croskey, Lanni & Company, P.C.	-3,166.00
	07/22/2015	6091	Dickinson Wright, PLLC	-1,314.62
	07/22/2015	6092	DTE Energy	-2,209.08
	07/22/2015	6093	Executech Staffing	-210.00
	07/22/2015	6094	Michelle Ross	-35.73
	07/22/2015	6095	Mick's Landscaping & Snow Removal	-1,242.86
	07/22/2015	6096	MISD	-727.49
	07/22/2015	6097	New Haven Community Schools	-3,511.00
	07/22/2015	6098	Paetec	-62.25
	07/22/2015	6099	Follett School Solutions, Inc.	-1,499.26
	07/22/2015	6100	Pitney Bowes Global Financial Servies LLC	-23.40
	07/22/2015	6101	Ricoh USA, Inc. - Rent	-2,531.32
	07/22/2015	6102	Rita Meldrum	-66.50
	07/22/2015	6103	Riverside Integrated Systems, Inc.	-544.54
	07/22/2015	6104	Schultz-Mullins Psychological and Educational Services	-3,200.00
	07/22/2015	6105	Semco Energy	-178.51
	07/22/2015	6106	The Home Depot	-167.78
	07/29/2015	6107	The Romine Group	-97,547.68
	07/29/2015	6108	Aetna, Inc.	-33,567.30
	07/30/2015	6109	CITI Building Services	-8,500.00
	07/30/2015	6110	DTE Energy	-275.53
	07/30/2015	6111	NCS Pearson	-2,926.00
	07/30/2015	6112	The Home Depot	-458.75
	07/30/2015	6113	Pearson Education	-22,740.74
	08/04/2015		The Home Depot	0.00
	08/04/2015	6116	Mutual of Omaha	-4,114.17
Page 1 of 19	08/07/2015	6117	Orkin Pest Control	-136.46
	Date	Check	Vendor	Amount
	08/07/2015	6118	Paetec	-74.13
	08/13/2015	6119	The Romine Group	-105,000.00
	07/29/2015	DC07292015	EDHELPER.COM	-39.98
	08/20/2015	6120	Comcast	-504.25
	08/20/2015	6121	Nicholle Buckbee	-66.50
	08/20/2015	6122	Orkin Pest Control	-136.46
	08/20/2015	6123	Pitney Bowes Global Financial Servies LLC	-93.60
	08/20/2015	6124	Purchase Power	-217.98
	08/20/2015	6125	Ricoh USA, Inc. - Rent	-45.19
	08/20/2015	6126	The Sherwin-Williams Co.	-121.07
	08/20/2015	6127	Waste Management	-1,085.89
	08/27/2015	6128	The Romine Group	-89,301.07
	08/27/2015	6129	AT&T	-199.13
	08/27/2015	6130	CITI Building Services	-8,500.00
	08/27/2015	6131	DTE Energy	-3,166.74
	08/27/2015	6132	Macomb Transportation Services	-1,000.00
	08/27/2015	6133	Ricoh USA, Inc. - Rent	-805.91
	08/27/2015	6134	Semco Energy	-160.51
	08/27/2015	6135	CJ's Catering	-4,118.60
	08/27/2015	6136	Lisa Osoria	-64.50
	08/27/2015	6137	Nate Seiferlein	-121.90
	08/27/2015	6138	Peterson Directed Handwriting	-482.77
	08/27/2015	6139	Riegle Press, Inc.	-2,758.45
	08/27/2015	6140	Staples Advantage	-916.35
	08/27/2015	6141	Scholastic Magazine	-900.90
	08/27/2015	6142	School Outfitters	-904.33
	08/27/2015	6143	School Specialty	-5,025.10
	08/27/2015	6144	Efootbridge, LLC	-220.00
	08/27/2015	6145	Mary Hohmann	-55.00
	08/27/2015	6146	Underwood Distributing Co.	-268.85
	08/27/2015	6147	BrainPOP LLC	-220.00
	08/27/2015	6148	The Romine Group	-900.00
	08/31/2015	6149	Agile Sports Technologies DBA Hudl	-800.00
	08/31/2015	6150	Aetna, Inc.	-31,320.52
	09/02/2015	6151	Mutual of Omaha	-3,723.77
	09/10/2015	6152	Alan Luzynski	-64.50
	09/10/2015	6153	AT&T	-197.14
	09/10/2015	6154	Comcast	-504.25
	09/10/2015	6155	Erica Niebrzdowski	-64.50
	09/10/2015	6156	Jennifer Green	0.00
	09/10/2015	6157	Lauren Basilico	-64.50
	09/10/2015	6158	Orkin Pest Control	-136.46
	09/10/2015	6159	Paetec	-62.16
	09/10/2015	6160	Purchase Power	-35.07
	09/10/2015	6161	Richmond High School	-150.00
	09/10/2015	6162	Ricoh USA, Inc. - Rent	-713.14
	09/10/2015	6163	Rob Girvin	-824.99
Page 2 of 19	09/10/2015	6164	Shiffler Equipment Sales	-175.82
	Date	Check	Vendor	Amount
	09/10/2015	6165	Stephanie Armstead	-55.00
	09/10/2015	6166	The Sherwin-Williams Co.	-228.45
	09/10/2015	6167	Tracy Cohrs	-370.13
	09/10/2015	6168	Village of New Haven	-1,073.71
	09/10/2015	6169	Waste Management	-1,075.30
	09/11/2015	6170	Michigan School Band and Orchestra Associ	-550.00
	09/14/2015	6171	The Romine Group	-110,000.00
	09/18/2015	6172	Amy Schluckbier	-150.27
	09/18/2015	6173	Cintas	-125.54
	09/18/2015	6174	Clintondale Virtual School	-500.00
	09/18/2015	6175	ForSports	-331.50
	09/18/2015	6176	Leslie Kozlowski	-64.50
	09/18/2015	6177	Macomb Transportation Services	-2,400.00
	09/18/2015	6178	Mary Jurcak	-101.38
	09/18/2015	6179	Meghan Adamek	-981.75
	09/18/2015	6180	Nasco	-67.11
	09/18/2015	6181	Rebecca Niemann	-80.00
	09/18/2015	6182	Roger DeSmet	-160.00
	09/18/2015	6183	Semco Energy	-96.48
	09/18/2015	6184	The Home Depot	-45.98
	09/22/2015	6185	Citizens Insurance Company	-352.00
	09/22/2015	6186	Semco Energy	-70.70
	09/25/2015	6187	Cintas	-125.52
	09/25/2015	6188	Clintondale Virtual School	-500.00
	09/25/2015	6189	Courtney Spear	-64.50
	09/25/2015	6190	DTE Energy	-3,330.23
	09/25/2015	6191	Macomb Transportation Services	-4,400.00
	09/29/2015	6192	The Romine Group	-65,000.00
	09/29/2015	6193	Aetna, Inc.	-38,201.61
	09/30/2015	6194	Mutual of Omaha	-5,023.24
	10/02/2015	6195	MISD	-105.00
	10/02/2015	6196	Orkin Pest Control	-136.46
	10/02/2015	6197	Plank Road Publishing	-109.95
	10/02/2015	6198	Sandra Benacquisto	-500.00
	10/09/2015	6199	State of Michigan	-280.00
	10/09/2015	6200	Charter Technologies	-56,158.58
	10/09/2015	6201	Cintas	-125.52
	10/09/2015	6202	CITI Building Services	-8,500.00
	10/09/2015	6203	City Alarm Company	-54.00
	10/09/2015	6204	School Speciality / Classroom Direct	-807.63
	10/09/2015	6205	Croskey, Lanni & Company, P.C.	-6,334.00
	10/09/2015	6206	Dickinson Wright, PLLC	-859.47
	10/09/2015	6207	Discount School Supply	0.00
	10/09/2015	6208	Executech Staffing	-264.00
	10/09/2015	6209	Houghton Mifflin Harcourt	-20,570.00
	10/09/2015	6210	Howey & Associates Inc	-8,908.00
	10/09/2015	6211	Institute for Excellence in Education	-850.00
Page 3 of 19	10/09/2015	6212	JW Pepper	-330.74
	Date	Check	Vendor	Amount
	10/09/2015	6213	Kelly Morgan	-25.00
	10/09/2015	6214	Macomb Transportation Services	-6,428.25
	10/09/2015	6215	Mick's Landscaping & Snow Removal	-4,246.72
	10/09/2015	6216	Midwest Punch Embroidery & Applique	-14,930.57
	10/09/2015	6217	Nasco	-420.96
	10/09/2015	6218	Nate Seiferlein	-128.80
	10/09/2015	6219	NCS Pearson	-579.60
	10/09/2015	6220	Paetec	-68.17
	10/09/2015	6221	Pearson Education	-4,918.58
	10/09/2015	6222	Purchase Power	-110.31
	10/09/2015	6223	Really Good Stuff, Inc.	-728.43
	10/09/2015	6224	Ricoh USA, Inc. - Rent	-233.41
	10/09/2015	6225	Romeo Floors	-6,400.00
	10/09/2015	6226	Scantron	-7,215.00
	10/09/2015	6227	Scholastic Inc	-138.60
	10/09/2015	6228	Shiffler Equipment Sales	-108.36
	10/09/2015	6229	Substitute & Teaching Specialists LLC	-144.00
	10/09/2015	6230	Tracy Cohrs	-204.87
	10/09/2015	6231	Trinity Lutheran Church and School	-200.00
	10/09/2015	6232	Veronica Lach	-95.00
	10/09/2015	6233	Village of New Haven	-653.04
	10/13/2015	6234	Blake's Farms	-570.00
	10/14/2015	6235	The Romine Group	-45,000.00
	10/14/2015	6236	The Romine Group	-110,000.00
	10/16/2015	6237	AT&T	-182.08
	10/16/2015	6238	Cintas	-251.04
	10/16/2015	6239	Comcast	-504.25
	10/16/2015	6240	Discount School Supply	-136.77
	10/16/2015	6241	Elizabeth McMillian	-275.00
	10/16/2015	6242	Macomb Transportation Services	-4,400.00
	10/16/2015	6243	Mary Margaret Hohmann	-81.00
	10/16/2015	6244	Michigan Education Directory	-55.75
	10/16/2015	6245	MISD	-37.50
	10/16/2015	6246	Pitney Bowes Global Financial Servies LLC	-123.60
	10/16/2015	6247	Semco Energy	-106.35
	10/16/2015	6248	The Home Depot	-119.91
	10/16/2015	6249	Tina Allen	-457.77
	10/16/2015	6250	Waste Management	-1,070.71
	10/23/2015	6251	Balfour LLC	-380.91
	10/23/2015	6252	Charter Technologies	-35,807.00
	10/23/2015	6253	Cintas	-125.52
	10/23/2015	6254	Comfort Temp	-6,936.50
	10/23/2015	6255	David Brown	-500.00
	10/23/2015	6256	DTE Energy	-1,577.96
	10/23/2015	6257	Executech Staffing	-132.00
	10/23/2015	6258	Gary Granke	-900.00
	10/23/2015	6259	Howey & Associates Inc	-2,100.00
Page 4 of 19	10/23/2015	6260	Jayme Barber	-700.00
	Date	Check	Vendor	Amount
	10/23/2015	6261	Kevin Bennett	-2,200.00
	10/23/2015	6262	Kaylee Smith	-1,800.00
	10/23/2015	6263	Macomb Transportation Services	-1,555.50
	10/23/2015	6264	Mick's Landscaping & Snow Removal	-3,242.86
	10/23/2015	6265	Void	0.00
	10/23/2015	6266	Pearson Education	-1,920.24
	10/23/2015	6267	Ricoh USA, Inc. - Rent	-695.14
	10/23/2015	6268	Rose Gottler	-844.73
	10/23/2015	6269	Semco Energy	-74.03
	10/23/2015	6270	St. Mary/McCormick Catholic Academy	-120.00
	10/23/2015	6271	Substitute & Teaching Specialists LLC	-1,093.00
	10/23/2015	6272	Tara Trombley	-700.00
	10/23/2015	6273	Trinity Lutheran Church and School	-50.00
	10/28/2015	6274	Aetna, Inc.	-34,978.80
	10/29/2015	6275	The Romine Group	-110,000.00
	10/30/2015	6276	CJ's Catering	-10,364.69
	10/30/2015	6277	DTE Energy	-2,207.46
	10/30/2015	6278	Midwest Punch Embroidery & Applique	-271.48
	10/30/2015	6279	Void	0.00
	10/30/2015	6280	Substitute & Teaching Specialists LLC	-517.00
	10/30/2015	6281	Xpedx	-1,375.00
	10/30/2015	6282	Pioneer Manufacturing Co.	-636.80
	11/02/2015	6283	CITI Building Services	-8,500.00
	11/04/2015	6284	The Romine Group	-44,403.66
	11/05/2015	6285	Mutual of Omaha	-4,564.42
	11/05/2015	6286	Executech Staffing	-726.00
	11/06/2015	6287	Julie Witikowski	-123.63
	11/06/2015	6288	Mick's Landscaping & Snow Removal	-1,242.86
	11/06/2015	6289	Orkin Pest Control	-136.46
	11/06/2015	6290	Paetec	-68.15
	11/06/2015	6291	PSAT/NMSQT	-555.00
	11/06/2015	6292	St. Mary/McCormick Catholic Academy	-32.50
	11/06/2015	6293	Substitute & Teaching Specialists LLC	-288.00
	11/06/2015	6294	Superior Fire Protection	-252.00
	11/06/2015	6295	Theresa Armstrong	-285.20
	11/06/2015	6296	Waste Management	-516.25
	11/06/2015	6297	Village of New Haven	-653.04
	11/12/2015	6298	The Romine Group	-127,592.74
	11/17/2015	6309	AT&T	-182.07
	11/17/2015	6308	Charter Technologies	-6,449.00
	11/17/2015	6307	Cintas	-376.56
	11/17/2015	6306	Comcast	-504.13
	11/17/2015	6305	Dickinson Wright, PLLC	-1,517.79
	11/17/2015	6304	Executech Staffing	-686.00
	11/17/2015	6303	MIEM	-240.00
	11/17/2015	6302	Immaculate Conception Catholic School	-50.00
Page 5 of 19	11/17/2015	6301	MISD	-120.00
	Date	Check	Vendor	Amount
	11/17/2015	6300	Semco Energy	-1,081.69
	11/17/2015	6299	Trinity Lutheran Church and School	-50.00
	11/20/2015	6310	Cintas	-125.52
	11/20/2015	6311	Comfort Temp	-625.00
	11/20/2015	6312	Croskey, Lanni & Company, P.C.	-1,269.00
	11/20/2015	6313	DTE Energy	-3,312.77
	11/20/2015	6314	EBLI	-3,750.00
	11/20/2015	6315	Macomb Transportation Services	-6,871.50
	11/20/2015	6316	Void	0.00
	11/20/2015	6317	Nick Broughton	-750.00
	11/20/2015	6318	Substitute & Teaching Specialists LLC	-864.00
	11/20/2015	6319	School Outfitters	-496.54
	11/20/2015	6320	The Home Depot	-303.98
	11/20/2015	6321	Ricoh USA INC - Images	-539.20
	11/20/2015	6322	Ricoh USA, Inc. - Rent	-713.14
	11/20/2015	DC112015	Survey Monkey.com LLC	-250.00
	11/27/2015	6323	The Romine Group	-115,000.00
	11/27/2015	6324	The Romine Group	-150.00
	11/27/2015	6325	The Romine Group	-20,848.29
	11/30/2015	6326	CITI Building Services	-8,685.00
	11/30/2015	6327	Aetna, Inc.	-34,985.85
	12/01/2015	6328	The Romine Group	-43,522.88
	12/04/2015	6329	Charter Technologies	-35,000.00
	12/04/2015	6330	Cintas	-125.52
	12/04/2015	6331	Macomb Transportation Services	-3,200.00
	12/04/2015	6332	MAPSA	-1,947.00
	12/04/2015	6333	Midwest Punch Embroidery & Applique	-286.23
	12/04/2015	6334	Paetec	-68.15
	12/04/2015	6335	Purchase Power	-108.99
	12/04/2015	6336	Ricoh USA INC - Images	-362.48
	12/04/2015	6337	Riverside Integrated Systems, Inc.	-1,440.00
	12/04/2015	6338	Schultz-Mullins Psychological and Educational Services	-935.00
	12/04/2015	6339	Tracy Cohrs	-72.45
	12/04/2015	6340	Village of New Haven	-35.24
	12/04/2015	6341	Waste Management	-313.68
	12/04/2015	6342	Howey & Associates Inc	-4,200.00
	12/09/2015	6343	Childrens Resource Network	-100.00
	12/11/2015	6344	Cintas	-251.04
	12/11/2015	6345	Clintondale Virtual School	-3,600.00
	12/11/2015	6346	Comcast	-504.13
	12/11/2015	6347	Void	0.00
	12/11/2015	6348	Kendra Kneer	-35.00
	12/11/2015	6349	Macomb Community College	-670.00
	12/11/2015	6350	Orkin Pest Control	-136.46
	12/11/2015	6351	Substitute & Teaching Specialists LLC	-458.00
	12/11/2015	6352	Village of New Haven	-617.80
	12/14/2015	6353	The Romine Group	-115,000.00
Page 6 of 19	12/15/2015	6354	Executech Staffing	-924.00
	Date	Check	Vendor	Amount
	12/10/2015	DC121015	Zoro	-166.44
	12/16/2015	6355	The Romine Group	-40,151.44
	12/16/2015	6356	EBLI	-4,200.00
	12/18/2015	6357	Charter Technologies	-35,000.00
	12/18/2015	6358	Detroit Boiler Company	-7,386.70
	12/18/2015	6359	Dickinson Wright, PLLC	-2,730.22
	12/18/2015	6360	Executech Staffing	-660.00
	12/18/2015	6361	Macomb Transportation Services	-4,400.00
	12/18/2015	6362	Mick's Landscaping & Snow Removal	-2,737.86
	12/18/2015	6363	Semco Energy	-1,518.89
	12/18/2015	6364	St. Mary/McCormick Catholic Academy	-65.00
	12/10/2015	DC12102015	Staples	-35.88
	12/29/2015	6365	The Romine Group	-115,000.00
	12/30/2015	6366	AT&T	-182.07
	12/30/2015	6367	Cintas	-251.04
	12/30/2015	6368	CITI Building Services	-8,750.00
	12/30/2015	6369	CJ's Catering	-12,811.32
	12/30/2015	6370	DTE Energy	-3,402.59
	12/30/2015	6371	Immaculate Conception Catholic School	-40.00
	12/30/2015	6372	Macomb Transportation Services	-2,000.00
	12/30/2015	6373	Michigan Virtual University	-7,549.00
	12/30/2015	6374	Midwest Punch Embroidery & Applique	-188.57
	12/30/2015	6375	Patricia Reich	-64.50
	12/30/2015	6376	Void	0.00
	12/30/2015	6377	Really Good Stuff, Inc.	-1,659.11
	12/30/2015	6378	Ricoh USA, Inc. - Rent	-713.14
	12/30/2015	6379	Staples Advantage	-677.69
	12/31/2015	6380	Void	0.00
	12/31/2015	6381	Mutual of Omaha	-4,392.26
	12/31/2015	6382	Aetna, Inc.	-37,498.35
	12/31/2015	6383	Mutual of Omaha	-4,303.84
	01/06/2016	6384	The Romine Group	-51,329.43
	01/08/2016	6385	Adreinne Grabinski	-25.00
	01/08/2016	6386	City Alarm Company	-54.00
	01/08/2016	6387	Comcast	-506.13
	01/08/2016	6388	Discount School Supply	-1,345.00
	01/08/2016	6389	FIRST	-2,000.00
	01/08/2016	6390	Howey & Associates Inc	-2,100.00
	01/08/2016	6391	John Barber	-300.00
	01/08/2016	6392	Macomb Transportation Services	-4,000.00
	01/08/2016	6393	Orkin Pest Control	-136.46
	01/08/2016	6394	Paetec	-62.14
	01/08/2016	6395	Ricoh USA INC - Images	-424.34
	01/08/2016	6396	Talil Abrhiem	-64.50
	01/08/2016	6397	Trinity Lutheran Church and School	-80.00
	01/08/2016	6398	Village of New Haven	-653.04
	01/08/2016	6399	Waste Management	-506.94
Page 7 of 19	01/12/2016	6400	ForSports	-2,185.50
	Date	Check	Vendor	Amount
	01/14/2016	6401	The Romine Group	-119,349.60
	01/15/2016	6402	AT&T	-182.48
	01/15/2016	6403	Clintondale Virtual School	-200.00
	01/15/2016	6404	Macomb Transportation Services	-2,531.50
	01/22/2016	6405	All Court Floor Finishing Inc.	-3,800.00
	01/22/2016	6406	Charter Technologies	-30,000.00
	01/22/2016	6407	Cintas	-376.56
	01/22/2016	6408	Compass Painting	-2,600.00
	01/22/2016	6409	Executech Staffing	-792.00
	01/22/2016	6410	Macomb Intermediate School District	-2,790.40
	01/22/2016	6411	Macomb Transportation Services	-5,174.25
	01/22/2016	6412	Pitney Bowes Global Financial Servies LLC	-108.60
	01/22/2016	6413	Semco Energy	-2,228.18
	01/22/2016	6414	The Home Depot	-168.15
	01/22/2016	DC012216	Harbor Freight Tools	-214.51
	01/22/2016	DC012217	The Home Depot	-149.00
	01/22/2016	DC012218	Sears.com	-194.90
	01/22/2016	DC012219	The Home Depot	-29.97
	01/19/2016	DC011916	The Home Depot	-268.09
	01/12/2016	DC011216	Walmart.com	-61.88
	01/08/2016	DC010816	TigerDirect.com	-288.19
	01/28/2016	6415	The Romine Group	-120,000.00
	01/29/2016	6416	Charter Technologies	-14,413.00
	01/29/2016	6417	Cintas	-125.52
	01/29/2016	6418	CITI Building Services	-10,100.00
	01/29/2016	6419	CJ's Catering	-19,883.84
	01/29/2016	6420	Dickinson Wright, PLLC	-297.00
	01/29/2016	6421	DTE Energy	-3,321.43
	01/29/2016	6422	Executech Staffing	-132.00
	01/29/2016	6423	Ricoh USA, Inc. - Rent	-713.14
	01/29/2016	6424	Shores Trailer Sales	-2,795.00
	01/29/2016	6425	Substitute & Teaching Specialists LLC	-720.00
	01/29/2016	6426	Aetna, Inc.	-37,498.35
	02/01/2016	6427	The Romine Group	-44,327.54
	02/04/2016	6428	US Bank	-2,750.00
	02/10/2016	DC021016	Uline	-534.82
	02/11/2016	6429	The Romine Group	-120,000.00
	02/12/2016	6430	Bureau of Education and Research	-239.00
	02/12/2016	6431	Charter Technologies	-6,768.00
	02/12/2016	6432	Cintas	-134.85
	02/12/2016	6433	Concrete Levelers	-450.00
	02/12/2016	6434	David Ross Organization, LLC	-1,100.00
	02/12/2016	6435	EBLI	-224.28
	02/12/2016	6436	Executech Staffing	-409.00
	02/12/2016	6437	Howey & Associates Inc	-2,100.00
	02/12/2016	6438	Macomb Community College	-2,390.00
	02/12/2016	6439	Macomb Transportation Services	-4,072.75
Page 8 of 19	02/12/2016	6440	Michigan Youth Leadership	-495.00
	Date	Check	Vendor	Amount
	02/12/2016	6441	NCS Pearson	-445.73
	02/12/2016	6442	Paetec	-68.52
	02/12/2016	6443	Purchase Power	-251.01
	02/12/2016	6444	Ricoh USA INC - Images	-289.12
	02/12/2016	6445	St. Edward on-the-Lake Catholic School	-40.00
	02/12/2016	6446	Trinity Lutheran Church and School	-320.00
	02/12/2016	6447	Twisted	-700.00
	02/12/2016	6448	The Romine Group	-75.00
	02/12/2016	6449	Village of New Haven	-653.04
	02/16/2016	6450	AT&T	-260.03
	02/16/2016	6451	Comcast	-506.95
	02/16/2016	6452	Semco Energy	-3,052.89
	02/16/2016	6453	The Home Depot	-225.26
	02/16/2016	6454	Waste Management	-501.49
	02/16/2016	6455	Theresa Armstrong	-401.76
	02/16/2016	6456	Phillips Sign & Lighting Inc	-85.00
	02/19/2016	6457	The Romine Group	-4,537.50
	02/26/2016	6458	The Romine Group	-111,000.48
	02/26/2016	6459	The Romine Group	-46,926.75
	02/26/2016	6460	Aetna, Inc.	-36,475.62
	02/26/2016	6461	Central Michigan Paper	-1,008.00
	02/26/2016	6462	Cintas	-125.52
	02/26/2016	6463	CITI Building Services	-10,100.00
	02/26/2016	6464	David Brown	-500.00
	02/26/2016	6465	DTE Energy	-3,894.72
	02/26/2016	6466	Heather Oswald	-700.00
	02/26/2016	6467	James Rubio	-1,000.00
	02/26/2016	6468	Jon Watt	-1,800.00
	02/26/2016	6469	Linda Sims	-400.00
	02/26/2016	6470	Melinda Maria Roulston	-1,000.00
	02/26/2016	6471	Mick's Landscaping & Snow Removal	-4,611.00
	02/26/2016	6472	Midwest Punch Embroidery & Applique	-356.15
	02/26/2016	6473	Mutual of Omaha	-4,303.84
	02/26/2016	6474	NCS Pearson	-8,900.00
	02/26/2016	6475	New Haven Community Schools	-3,500.00
	02/26/2016	6476	Nina Williams	-700.00
	02/26/2016	6477	Orkin Pest Control	-136.46
	02/26/2016	6478	Robert Nicolai	-500.00
	02/26/2016	6479	Ricoh USA, Inc. - Rent	-713.14
	02/19/2016	DC021017	Amazon.com	-74.99
	02/17/2016	DC021716	Amazon.com	-3.36
	02/29/2016	DC022916	Void	0.00
	02/15/2016	DC021516	McMaster Carr	-90.86
	02/16/2016	DC021616	McMaster Carr	-457.48
	02/16/2016	DC021618	McMaster Carr	-96.05
	02/19/2016	DC021916	McMaster Carr	-540.60
	02/15/2016	DC02152016	McMaster Carr	-63.71
Page 9 of 19	02/24/2016	DC022416	Void	0.00
	Date	Check	Vendor	Amount
	02/24/2016	DC022417	Void	0.00
	02/25/2016	DC022516	Pitney Bowes Global Financial Servies LLC	-160.56
	02/18/2016	DC021816	The Robot Space	-47.69
	02/11/2016	DC021116	Oriental Trading	-180.85
	02/12/2016	DC021216	VEX Robotics	-103.30
	02/13/2016	DC021316	Staples	-53.00
	02/13/2016	DC021317	Walmart.com	-109.24
	03/03/2016	6480	Void	0.00
	03/04/2016	6481	C and G Newspapers	-1,385.00
	03/04/2016	6482	Cintas	-539.40
	03/04/2016	6483	Esko Roofing & Sheet Metal	-266.00
	03/04/2016	6484	Executech Staffing	-1,386.00
	03/04/2016	6485	Howey & Associates Inc	-2,100.00
	03/04/2016	6486	Institute for Excellence in Education	-850.00
	03/04/2016	6487	John Barber	-308.54
	03/04/2016	6488	Macomb Transportation Services	-7,672.75
	03/04/2016	6489	Void	0.00
	03/04/2016	6490	Paetec	-68.61
	03/04/2016	6491	Purchase Power	-263.36
	03/04/2016	6492	Substitute & Teaching Specialists LLC	-144.00
	03/04/2016	6493	Ricoh USA INC - Images	-387.52
	03/04/2016	6494	Waste Management	-498.59
	03/04/2016	6495	Trinity Lutheran Church and School	-40.00
	03/04/2016	6496	Orkin Pest Control	-136.46
	03/07/2016	6497	Mutual of Omaha	-4,639.11
	03/11/2016	6498	21st Century Media - Michigan	-1,200.00
	03/11/2016	6499	Balfour LLC	-29.50
	03/11/2016	6500	Void	0.00
	03/11/2016	6501	Bethany Falker	-56.16
	03/11/2016	6502	Comcast	-506.95
	03/11/2016	6503	Comfort Temp	-127.00
	03/11/2016	6504	Executech Staffing	-132.00
	03/11/2016	6505	John Barber	-377.48
	03/11/2016	6506	Michael Broyles	-261.57
	03/11/2016	6507	Ricoh USA, Inc. - Rent	-713.14
	03/11/2016	6508	Village of New Haven	-653.04
	03/14/2016	6509	The Romine Group	-112,361.73
	03/18/2016	6510	AT&T	-206.67
	03/18/2016	6511	Career Cruising	-545.00
	03/18/2016	6512	AndyMark, Inc.	-699.70
	03/18/2016	6513	CJ's Catering	-11,330.30
	03/18/2016	6514	Clintondale Virtual School	-2,100.00
	03/18/2016	6515	Detroit Boiler Company	-485.40
	03/18/2016	6516	Dickinson Wright, PLLC	-782.00
	03/18/2016	6517	Discount School Supply	-2,301.31
	03/18/2016	6518	Executech Staffing	-396.00
	03/18/2016	6519	FAMS Custom Printing	-974.00
Page 10 of 19	03/18/2016	6520	Duro-last, Inc.	-509.00
	Date	Check	Vendor	Amount
	03/18/2016	6521	Macomb County Horse Program Committee	-80.00
	03/18/2016	6522	Macomb Transportation Services	-5,040.50
	03/18/2016	6523	Melissa Yagiela	-58.37
	03/18/2016	6524	Midwest Punch Embroidery & Applique	-310.17
	03/18/2016	6525	School Outfitters	-532.69
	03/18/2016	6526	Schultz-Mullins Psychological and Educational Services	-590.00
	03/18/2016	6527	Semco Energy	-2,830.02
	03/18/2016	6528	Substitute & Teaching Specialists LLC	-144.00
	03/18/2016	6529	The Home Depot	-8.78
	03/18/2016	6530	The Macomb Daily	-1,200.00
	03/18/2016	6531	The Sherwin-Williams Co.	-50.55
	03/18/2016	6532	Twisted	-900.00
	03/15/2016	DC031516	McMaster Carr	-100.80
	03/15/2016	DC031517	McMaster Carr	-55.13
	03/15/2016	DC031518	Harbor Freight Tools	-75.07
	03/15/2016	DC031519	McMaster Carr	-291.21
	03/15/2016	DC031520	Vistaprint.com	-57.23
	03/15/2016	DC031521	McMaster Carr	-361.48
	03/15/2016	DC031522	FedEx	-8.25
	03/15/2016	DC031523	Pitney Bowes Global Financial Servies LLC	-160.56
	03/28/2016	6533	The Romine Group	-120,000.00
	03/29/2016	6534	AndyMark, Inc.	-246.75
	03/29/2016	6535	CITI Building Services	-10,100.00
	03/29/2016	6536	DTE Energy	-2,510.72
	03/29/2016	6537	Void	0.00
	03/29/2016	6538	Paetec	-62.64
	03/29/2016	6539	Ricoh USA INC - Images	-456.37
	03/29/2016	6540	Social Studies School Service	-302.40
	03/29/2016	6541	St. Mary/McCormick Catholic Academy	-65.00
	03/29/2016	6542	Void	0.00
	03/29/2016	6543	Trinity Lutheran Church and School	-120.00
	03/29/2016	6544	Void	0.00
	03/29/2016	6545	Cintas	-404.55
	03/31/2016	6546	Aetna, Inc.	-36,656.31
	03/31/2016	6547	Mutual of Omaha	-4,352.70
	03/31/2016	6548	Amanda Gordon	-64.50
	03/31/2016	6549	City Alarm Company	-54.00
	03/31/2016	6550	CJ's Catering	-9,081.68
	03/31/2016	6551	DTE Energy	-1,024.57
	03/31/2016	6552	Orkin Pest Control	-136.46
	03/31/2016	6553	The Romine Group	-44,620.16
	03/30/2016	DC033016	Void	0.00
	03/30/2016	DC033017	The Robot Space	-263.79
	03/30/2016	DC033018	Zoro	-14.60
	03/30/2016	DC033019	VEX Robotics	-52.36
	03/30/2016	DC033020	Walmart.com	-84.41
	04/08/2016	6554	Cintas	-134.85
Page 11 of 19	04/08/2016	6555	Dickinson Wright, PLLC	-1,492.00
	Date	Check	Vendor	Amount
	04/08/2016	6556	Esko Roofing & Sheet Metal	-189.00
	04/08/2016	6557	Macomb Transportation Services	-2,400.00
	04/08/2016	6558	Mick's Landscaping & Snow Removal	-3,347.00
	04/08/2016	6559	Pitney Bowes Global Financial Servies LLC	-140.60
	04/08/2016	6560	Void	0.00
	04/08/2016	6561	Waste Management	-503.07
	04/08/2016	6562	Esko Roofing & Sheet Metal	-297.50
	04/08/2016	6563	Village of New Haven	-718.75
	04/14/2016	6564	The Romine Group	-114,265.53
	04/15/2016	6565	AT&T	-207.01
	04/15/2016	6566	C and G Newspapers	-1,385.00
	04/15/2016	6567	Comcast	-490.06
	04/15/2016	6568	Howey & Associates Inc	-23.00
	04/15/2016	6569	Michigan Virtual University	-5,599.00
	04/15/2016	6570	Midwest Punch Embroidery & Applique	-110.00
	04/15/2016	6571	Phillips Sign & Lighting Inc	-134.50
	04/15/2016	6572	Semco Energy	-1,887.69
	04/15/2016	6573	St. Mary/McCormick Catholic Academy	-65.00
	04/15/2016	6574	Tracy Cohrs	-49.81
	04/22/2016	6575	Croskey, Lanni & Company, P.C.	-248.48
	04/22/2016	6576	Executech Staffing	-132.00
	04/22/2016	6577	Macomb County Health Dept	-208.00
	04/22/2016	6578	Patrize Microscope	-160.00
	04/22/2016	6579	Ricoh USA, Inc. - Rent	-713.14
	04/22/2016	6580	The Home Depot	-75.10
	04/26/2016	DC033021	McMaster Carr	-398.43
	04/28/2016	6581	The Romine Group	-120,000.00
	04/28/2016	6582	Aetna, Inc.	-37,658.57
	04/28/2016	6583	Charter Technologies	-2,089.00
	04/28/2016	6584	Cintas	-269.70
	04/28/2016	6585	CITI Building Services	-10,100.00
	04/28/2016	6586	Clintondale Virtual School	-400.00
	04/28/2016	6587	DTE Energy	-2,762.12
	04/28/2016	6588	Executech Staffing	-66.00
	04/28/2016	6589	Gary Granke	-135.00
	04/28/2016	6590	Macomb Intermediate School District	-75.00
	04/28/2016	6591	Macomb Transportation Services	-4,457.50
	04/28/2016	6592	NASSP TAX ID #52-6006937	-385.00
	04/28/2016	6593	Nathan Seiferlein	-122.04
	04/28/2016	6594	Peter McGregor	-69.00
	04/28/2016	6595	Rose Gottler	-147.21
	04/28/2016	6596	The Little Creatures	-250.00
	04/28/2016	6597	Tracy Cohrs	-114.48
	04/28/2016	6598	Mutual of Omaha	-4,475.72
	04/28/2016	6599	NASSP TAX ID #52-6006937	-385.00
	04/28/2016	DC042816	Walmart.com	-25.46
	04/28/2016	DC042817	Oriental Trading	-493.28
Page 12 of 19	04/30/2016	6600	The Romine Group	-48,519.30
	Date	Check	Vendor	Amount
	04/15/2016	DC041516	Red Roof Inn	-179.79
	05/06/2016	6601	Riegle Press, Inc.	-2,086.85
	05/09/2016	6602	Angela Paddock	-60.00
	05/09/2016	6603	Dickinson Wright, PLLC	-161.00
	05/09/2016	6604	JW Pepper	-394.99
	05/09/2016	6605	Macomb County Health Dept	-115.00
	05/09/2016	6606	Wayne RESA	-250.00
	05/09/2016	6607	Substitute & Teaching Specialists LLC	-144.00
	05/09/2016	6608	Ricoh USA INC - Images	-315.35
	05/09/2016	6609	Purchase Power	-435.96
	05/09/2016	6610	Executech Staffing	-396.00
	05/12/2016	6611	The Romine Group	-120,000.00
	05/13/2016	6612	Cintas	-539.40
	05/13/2016	6613	Comcast	-490.02
	05/13/2016	6614	Comfort Temp	-1,277.50
	05/13/2016	6615	Discount School Supply	-2,478.01
	05/13/2016	6616	Lisa Updike	-146.18
	05/13/2016	6617	Macomb Transportation Services	-4,579.50
	05/13/2016	6618	Mick's Landscaping & Snow Removal	-1,260.00
	05/13/2016	6619	Paetec	-62.56
	05/13/2016	6620	Regional Youth Initiative	-916.00
	05/13/2016	6621	Schultz-Mullins Psychological and Educational Services	-515.00
	05/13/2016	6622	Semco Energy	-1,508.47
	05/13/2016	6623	Waste Management	-505.69
	05/13/2016	6624	Void	0.00
	05/13/2016	6625	Snider Recreation	-2,550.00
	03/21/2016	DC032116	McMaster Carr	-273.28
	05/20/2016	6626	Angelo Bordogna	-1,500.00
	05/20/2016	6627	AT&T	-207.01
	05/20/2016	6628	Cintas	-134.85
	05/20/2016	6629	CJ's Catering	-11,223.46
	05/20/2016	6630	Danielle Hayter	-350.00
	05/20/2016	6631	Void	0.00
	05/20/2016	6632	DTE Energy	-1,500.26
	05/20/2016	6633	Heather A. Suggs	-110.00
	05/20/2016	6634	Macomb County D.A.R.E.	-418.17
	05/20/2016	6635	Mitch Burley Enterprises Inc	-1,150.00
	05/20/2016	6636	Orkin Pest Control	-136.46
	05/20/2016	6637	Ricoh USA, Inc. - Rent	-713.14
	05/20/2016	6638	Sash Graphics	-69.00
	05/20/2016	6639	School Pride	-515.00
	05/20/2016	6640	Sheila Kelly	-350.00
	05/20/2016	6641	Substitute & Teaching Specialists LLC	-288.00
	05/20/2016	6642	The Home Depot	-146.22
	05/20/2016	6643	Therese Guimaraes	-55.00
	05/20/2016	6644	US Bank	-2,750.00
	05/20/2016	6645	Village of New Haven	-515.93
Page 13 of 19	05/26/2016	6646	The Romine Group	-103,773.54
	Date	Check	Vendor	Amount
	05/26/2016	6647	Charter Technologies	-6,593.00
	05/26/2016	6648	Cintas	-134.85
	05/26/2016	6649	CITI Building Services	-10,100.00
	05/26/2016	6650	DTE Energy	-1,759.40
	05/26/2016	6651	Executech Staffing	-132.00
	05/26/2016	6652	Macomb Transportation Services	-4,400.00
	05/26/2016	6653	Midwest Punch Embroidery & Applique	-180.14
	05/26/2016	6654	Riegle Press, Inc.	-844.47
	05/26/2016	6655	Mick's Landscaping & Snow Removal	-1,242.86
	05/26/2016	6656	Substitute & Teaching Specialists LLC	-144.00
	05/26/2016	6657	Theresa Armstrong	-158.42
	05/26/2016	6658	David R. Brown	-1,200.00
	05/26/2016	6659	Aetna, Inc.	-37,385.70
	05/11/2016	DC032117	Pittsburgh Water Cooler	-20.45
	05/12/2016	DC032118	Goedeker's	-51.84
	06/02/2016	6660	Ground Zero Entertainment	-325.00
	06/03/2016	6661	A Beautiful Me	-1,200.00
	06/03/2016	6662	Advantage Electric and Controls	-180.00
	06/03/2016	6663	Cintas	-134.85
	06/03/2016	6664	Coach's Bounce House and Party Supplies	-1,550.00
	06/03/2016	6665	Dickinson Wright, PLLC	-345.00
	06/03/2016	6666	Institute for Excellence in Education	-850.00
	06/03/2016	6667	Macomb Intermediate School District	-720.76
	06/03/2016	6668	Macomb Transportation Services	-3,644.75
	06/03/2016	6669	Paetec	-68.50
	06/03/2016	6670	Purchase Power	-108.99
	06/03/2016	6671	Ricoh USA INC - Images	-442.00
	06/03/2016	6672	Staples Advantage	-73.90
	06/09/2016	6673	Cintas	-155.03
	06/09/2016	6674	Crystal King	-54.78
	06/09/2016	6675	Comcast	-490.02
	06/09/2016	6676	Executech Staffing	-132.00
	06/09/2016	6677	Macomb Transportation Services	-4,000.00
	06/09/2016	6678	Mick's Landscaping & Snow Removal	-1,972.86
	06/09/2016	6679	Nathan Seiferlein	-225.99
	06/09/2016	6680	New Haven Community Schools	-3,500.00
	06/09/2016	6681	Orkin Pest Control	-138.51
	06/09/2016	6682	Snider Recreation	-4,150.00
	06/09/2016	6683	Substitute & Teaching Specialists LLC	-144.00
	06/09/2016	6684	Theresa Armstrong	-502.20
	06/09/2016	6685	Tracy Cohrs	-41.04
	06/09/2016	6686	Cash	-531.60
	06/10/2016	6687	Mutual of Omaha	-4,438.41
	06/14/2016	6688	The Romine Group	-120,000.00
	06/16/2016	6689	AT&T	-207.01
	06/16/2016	6690	Balfour LLC	-26.95
	06/16/2016	6691	Semco Energy	-755.74
Page 14 of 19	06/16/2016	6692	The Home Depot	-56.01
	Date	Check	Vendor	Amount
	06/16/2016	6693	Village of New Haven	-567.73
	06/16/2016	6694	Waste Management	-510.80
	06/22/2016	6695	CJ's Catering	-8,567.78
	06/22/2016	6696	Executech Staffing	-132.00
	06/22/2016	6697	Macomb Community College	-2,194.00
	06/22/2016	6698	Ricoh USA, Inc. - Rent	-713.14
	06/22/2016	6699	Schultz-Mullins Psychological and Educational Services	-575.00
	06/27/2016	6700	The Romine Group	-101,754.51
	06/27/2016	6701	DTE Energy	-4,350.03
	06/27/2016	6702	Ricoh USA INC - Images	-359.13
	06/27/2016	6703	CITI Building Services	-10,100.00
	06/29/2016	6704	Aetna, Inc.	-36,929.18
	06/29/2016	6705	Cintas	-155.03
	06/29/2016	6706	City Alarm Company	-57.00
	06/29/2016	6707	Dickinson Wright, PLLC	-3,036.00
	06/29/2016	6708	Executech Staffing	-132.00
	06/29/2016	6709	Midwest Punch Embroidery & Applique	-117.25
	06/29/2016	6710	Purchase Power	-326.97
				-$4,739,380.31
	Petty Cash
	Date	Check	Vendor	Amount
	08/03/2015	1569	Tracy Cohrs	-111.30
	08/16/2015	1570	Tracy Cohrs	-92.50
	08/17/2015	1571	Kari Schmaizel	-146.55
	08/24/2015	1572	Tracy Cohrs	-145.00
	08/24/2015	1573	Tracy Cohrs	-105.71
	08/27/2015	1574	Debbie Blakeley	-28.50
	08/31/2015	1575	Tracy Cohrs	-44.52
	08/31/2015	1576	Amy Schluckbier	-83.63
	09/05/2015	1577	Joe Scolah	-1,500.00
	09/08/2015	1578	Nathan Seiferlein	-228.89
	09/09/2015	1579	Tracy Cohrs	-200.00
	09/11/2015	1580	Laura Hood	-93.00
	10/01/2015	1581	Rebecca Stewart	-80.08
	10/27/2015	1582	Scholastic Book Fair	-1,307.95
	10/27/2015	1583	Tracy Cohrs	-200.00
	11/06/2015	1584	Great Lakes Scripts	-104.75
	11/13/2015	1585	Great Lakes Scripts	-782.76
	11/18/2015	1586	Gloria Hernandez	-51.00
	11/20/2015	1587	Great Lakes Scripts	-1,015.95
	12/04/2015	1588	Great Lakes Scripts	-1,303.60
	12/10/2015	1589	Michael Nicolai	-118.72
	12/11/2015	1590	Great Lakes Scripts	-1,327.75
	12/15/2015	1591	Tracy Cohrs	-200.00
	12/18/2015	1592	Void	0.00
	12/22/2015	1593	Premier Lanes	-1,615.00
	12/18/2015	1592	Electronic Innovators	-150.00
Page 15 of 19	01/05/2016	1594	Carrie Roose	-200.00
	Date	Check	Vendor	Amount
	01/08/2016	1595	Great Lakes Scripts	-247.00
	01/11/2016	1596	Anchorville Travel	-3,740.00
	01/22/2016	1597	Great Lakes Scripts	-560.00
	02/04/2016	1598	Anchorville Travel	-1,300.00
	02/09/2016	1599	Macomb Tees LLC	-236.00
	02/09/2016	1600	Anchorville Travel	-550.00
	02/16/2016	1601	Little Caesars	-2,076.00
	02/16/2016	1602	Anchorville Travel	-764.00
	02/16/2016	1603	Golden Hawk Golf Course	-200.00
	02/19/2016	1604	Great Lakes Scripts	-286.04
	03/04/2016	1605	Ground Zero Entertainment	-275.00
	03/07/2016	1606	Anchorville Travel	-1,062.00
	03/07/2016	1607	Great Lakes Scripts	-394.50
	03/16/2016	1608	Kari Schmaizel	-177.55
	03/18/2016	1609	Coach's Bounce House and Party Supplies	-200.00
	03/18/2016	1610	Great Lakes Scripts	-242.27
	03/23/2016	1611	Scholastic Book Fair	-1,106.20
	03/29/2016	1612	Jeremy Gabridge	-99.99
	03/29/2016	1613	Tracy Cohrs	-200.00
	04/12/2016	1614	Anchorville Travel	-1,013.00
	04/20/2016	1615	Stephanie Jones	-220.00
	04/22/2016	1616	Great Lakes Scripts	-92.50
	05/06/2016	1617	Anchorville Travel	-520.00
	05/06/2016	1618	Great Lakes Scripts	-295.00
	05/13/2016	1619	Scholastic Book Fair	-469.73
	05/16/2016	1620	John Barber	-66.49
	05/20/2016	1621	Great Lakes Scripts	-2,373.02
	05/20/2016	1622	Golden Hawk Golf Course	-1,750.00
	05/31/2016	1623	Rainforest Cafe	-325.75
	05/31/2016	1624	Great Lakes Scripts	-54.00
				-$32,133.20
	Athletics Account
	Date	Check	Vendor	Amount
	08/27/2015	1137	Gordon Foods	-302.33
	08/27/2015	1138	Tom Sullivan	-55.00
	08/27/2015	1139	Tom Elsey	-55.00
	08/27/2015	1140	Bruce Schoen	-55.00
	08/27/2015	1141	Bob Joyce	-55.00
	08/27/2015	1142	Rick Moceri	-55.00
	09/14/2015	1143	Wayne Rockensuess	-120.00
	09/14/2015	1144	Mike Luttenberger	-80.00
	09/16/2015	1145	Steve Price	-30.00
	09/16/2015	1146	Don Schima	-30.00
	09/17/2015	1147	Dave Clifton	-90.00
	09/17/2015	1148	Chuck Tufenkjian	-50.00
	09/19/2015	1149	Vaughn Steel	-55.00
	09/19/2015	1150	Robert Joyce	-55.00
Page 16 of 19	09/19/2015	1151	Rick Moceri	-55.00
	Date	Check	Vendor	Amount
	09/19/2015	1152	Gregory Brown	-55.00
	09/19/2015	1153	Mark Kujacznski	-55.00
	09/22/2015	1154	Joe Thilman	-75.00
	09/22/2015	1155	Brenda Germain	-75.00
	09/25/2015	1156	Mike Luttenberger	-55.00
	09/25/2015	1157	Rick Moceri	-55.00
	09/25/2015	1158	Tye Holts	-55.00
	09/25/2015	1159	John Ward	-55.00
	09/25/2015	1160	Vernen Kirkwood	-55.00
	10/01/2015	1161	Cedar Crest Academy	-75.00
	10/01/2015	1162	Chatfield Academy	-75.00
	10/01/2015	1163	Chuck Ruggirello	-30.00
	10/01/2015	1164	Ian Kierpaul	-30.00
	10/02/2015	1165	Wayne Rockensuess	-125.00
	10/05/2015	1167	Chuck Ruggirello	-70.00
	10/05/2015	1168	Chuck Tufenkjian	-70.00
	10/09/2015	1169	REACH ACADEMY	-40.00
	10/09/2015	1170	North Branch Athletics	-160.00
	10/09/2015	1171	John Ward	-55.00
	10/09/2015	1172	John Rucinski	-55.00
	10/09/2015	1173	Tom Elsey	-55.00
	10/09/2015	1174	Gregory Brown	-55.00
	10/09/2015	1175	Rick Moceri	-55.00
	10/13/2015	1176	Ben Nelson	-40.00
	10/19/2015	1177	Mike Luttenberger	-50.00
	10/19/2015	1178	Don Schima	-50.00
	10/26/2015	1180	Chuck Ruggirello	-50.00
	10/26/2015	1181	Chuck Tufenkjian	-50.00
	10/30/2015	1183	Ethnic Artwork	-1,138.00
	11/20/2015	1184	Fan Cloth	-2,262.00
	11/18/2015	1182	Adrenaline Fundraising	-2,837.50
	12/04/2015	1185	Robert Joyce	-76.00
	12/04/2015	1186	Chuck Ruggirello	-76.00
	12/07/2015	1187	Cherrydale	-1,987.15
	12/15/2015	1188	Bill Furno	-155.00
	12/15/2015	1189	Tim Woodby	-155.00
	12/22/2015	1190	Tom Keller	-40.00
	12/22/2015	1191	Chuck Ruggirello	-40.00
	01/05/2016	1192	Wayne Rockensuess	-170.00
	01/05/2016	1193	Dennis Ruckes	-120.00
	01/05/2016	1194	Ian Kierpaul	-50.00
	01/05/2016	1195	Adrenaline Fundraising	-1,176.00
	01/09/2016	1196	Wayne Rockensuess	-65.00
	01/09/2016	1197	Aaron Rockenreuss	-65.00
	01/14/2016	1198	Todd Dunlap	-70.00
	01/14/2016	1199	Lisa Favors	-70.00
	01/18/2016	1200	ForSports	-155.24
Page 17 of 19	01/22/2016	1201	Wayne Rockensuess	-160.00
	Date	Check	Vendor	Amount
	01/22/2016	1202	Kraig Porter	-40.00
	01/22/2016	1203	Bill Furno	-120.00
	01/25/2016	1204	Bill Furno	-40.00
	01/25/2016	1205	Michael Hashley	-40.00
	01/25/2016	1206	Mike Bloom	-60.00
	01/25/2016	1207	Jim Collier	-60.00
	02/29/2016	1210	Michael Hashley	-120.00
	02/29/2016	1211	Dave Wcisel	-120.00
	02/29/2016	1212	Doug Bohannon	-40.00
	02/29/2016	1213	Chuck Tufenkjian	-40.00
	02/29/2016	1214	Gordon Foods	-197.33
	02/29/2016	1215	Jim Collier	-120.00
	02/29/2016	1216	Ross Klein	-120.00
	02/29/2016	1217	Kraig Porter	-120.00
	02/29/2016	1218	Charles Stiver	-120.00
	02/12/2016	1219	Tim Woodby	-60.00
	02/29/2016	1220	Michael Hashley	-60.00
	02/29/2016	1221	MHSAA	-83.00
	02/29/2016	1222	Jim Collier	-120.00
	02/29/2016	1223	Tim Woodby	-120.00
	02/29/2016	1224	Michael Hashley	-60.00
	02/29/2016	1225	William Furno	-60.00
	02/01/2016	1208	Dave Wcisel	-72.00
	02/01/2016	1209	Kraig Porter	-72.00
	03/03/2016	1226	Tim Woodby	-60.00
	03/03/2016	1227	Bret Turner	-60.00
	03/14/2016	1228	Cash	-191.81
	03/23/2016	1229	GFS	-77.91
	04/13/2016	1230	Chesterfield Parks & Recs	-190.00
	04/19/2016	1231	Pietro Loria	-60.00
	04/19/2016	1232	Alberto Medini	-60.00
	04/20/2016	1233	Scott Manteuffel	-60.00
	04/20/2016	1234	Scott Garrison	-60.00
	04/26/2016	1235	Alberto Medini	-60.00
	04/26/2016	1236	John Marion	-60.00
	04/29/2016	1237	Ken Rozwodowski	-110.00
	04/29/2016	1238	Wayne Rockensuess	-110.00
	05/09/2016	1239	Jud Kastner	-140.00
	05/17/2016	1240	Don Schima	-60.00
	05/17/2016	1241	Alberto Medini	-60.00
	05/17/2016	1242	ForSports	-168.00
	05/17/2016	1243	Landmark Academy	-125.00
	05/17/2016	1244	Robert Joyce	-100.00
	05/19/2016	1245	Detroit Tigers	-1,423.00
	05/19/2016	1246	Alberto Medini	-60.00
	05/25/2016	1247	Michelle Watson	-50.00
	05/26/2016	1248	Robert Joyce	-60.00
Page 18 of 19	05/26/2016	1249	Alberto Medini	-60.00
	Date	Check	Vendor	Amount
	05/26/2016	1250	Frank Rivard	-100.00
	05/26/2016	1251	David Paciero	-100.00
	05/26/2016	1252	William Furno	-60.00
	05/26/2016	1253	Jud Kastner	-60.00
	06/03/2016	1254	Elya's Village Greenhouse	-420.00
	06/06/2016	1255	Robert Girvin	-165.72
Page 19 of 19	06/09/2016	1256	Rachel Eimers	-40.00
				-$20,210.99

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