Pembroke Pines Charter Middle Schools

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First Day Information Forms
2015-2016
National
Charter School
Of the Year
Central Campus
Sean Chance, Principal
Dr. Kimberly Pizzo, Assistant Principal
12350 Sheridan Street
Pembroke Pines, Florida 33026
954-322-3330
West Campus
Michael Castellanos, Principal
Channale Agustin, Assistant Principal
18500 Pembroke Road
Pembroke Pines, Florida 33029
954-443-4847
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Table of Contents
WELCOME BACK LETTER ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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OUR VISION, MISSION AND BELIEFS ….......................................................................................................................
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GOING GREEN……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
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OVERVIEW………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL …………………………………………………………………………………………...
ATTENDANCE ……………………………….……………………………………………………………………..….
BEFORE / AFTER SCHOOL CARE ……………….………………………………………………………..............
BUSES …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
CONFERENCE AND REPORTING ……………………………………………………………………………….....
DISCIPLINE ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
DISMISSAL OF STUDENTS …………………………………………………………………………………………..
FIELD TRIPS …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
HOMEWORK ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………
ILLNESS AND ACCIDENTS …………………………………………………………………………………..............
INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM ……………………………………………………………………………………..…
LOST AND FOUND ITEMS……………………………………………………………………………………...........
MEDIA RESOURCE ROOM ………………………………………………………………………………………..…
NEWSLETTER…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
PARENT INVOLVEMENT…………………………………………………………………………………………..….
QUALIFIED TEACHERS ………………………………………………………………………………………………
RECOGNITION OF STUDENTS ……………………………………………………………………………………..
RELEASE OF STUDENTS ……………………………………………………………………………………………
REPORTING PUPIL PROGRESS …………………………………………………………………………………...
SAFETY OF STUDENTS………………………………………………………………………………………………
SCHOOL CALENDARS ……………………………………………………………………………………………….
SCHOOL FOOD SERVICE…………………………………………………………………………………………….
SCHOOL HOURS ……………………………………………………………………………………………………...
STUDENT SERVICES………………………………………………………………………………………………….
STUDENTS USE OF TELEPHONE …………………………………………………………………………………
TESTING / ASSESSMENT…………………………………………………………………………………………….
UNIFORMS………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
VISITORS……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…
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SAFETY PLAN LETTER …..………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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BEFORE CARE PROGRAM ………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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AFTERCARE PROGRAM ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL PROCEDURES ……………………………………………………………………………………
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ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS…………………………………………………………………………………………………..
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ADVISORY MEETINGS…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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CHARACTER EDUCATION WILL BE INCORPORATED THROUGHTOUT THE CURRICULUM………………………..
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SCHOOL BOARD APPROVES CHANGES IN ATTENDANCE POLICY……………………………………………………..
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EARLY RELEASE SCHEDULE …………………………………………………………………………………………………...
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2015 – 2016 SCHOOL CALENDAR ………………………………………………………………………………………………
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DRUG AND WEAPON POLICY …………………………………………………………………………………………………...
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SAFETY IN THE LABORATORY ………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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SERVICE HOURS RECORD GUIDELINES………………………………………………………………………………………
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SERVICE HOURS RECORD……………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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SERVICE HOURS POLICY…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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UNIFORM DRESS CODE ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION SCHOOL………………………………………………………………………………..……
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REQUIRED IMMUNIZATIONS …………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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HEALTH SCREENINGS…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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SCHOOL POLICIES ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
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AHERA LETTER……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
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ASBESTOS HAZARD EMERGENCY RESPONSE ACT ……………………………………………………………………….
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FLOW CHART ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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FIELD TRIPS …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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GUIDE TO PROACTIVE DISCIPLINE …………………………………………………………………………………………….
EXPECTED STUDENT BEHAVIOR……………………………………………………………………………………
BEHAVIOR TRACK ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..
TARDY BETWEEN CLASSES………………………………………………………………………………………….
DEFIANCE OF GUM/DRESS CODE ………………………………………………………………………………….
ALTERNATIVE TO SUSPENSION …………………………………………………………………………………….
STUDENT APPEAL FORM ……………………………………………………………………………………………..
SECTION II – ADDITIONAL RULES & REGULATIONS……………………………………………………………..
CAFETERIA BEHAVIOR ………………………………………………………………………………………………..
FIELD TRIP & ACTIVITY GUIDELINES………………………………………………………………………………..
DRESS CODE POLICY ………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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H1N1 INFLUENZA …………………………………..……………………………………………………………………………….
H1N1 FACT SHEET ………………………………………………………………………………………………………
FREQUENTLY ASKED H1N1 QUESTIONS……………………………………………………………………………
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS SHOPPING LIST…………………………………………………………………..
HAND WASHING GUIDELINES………………………………………………………………………………………….
WASHING YOUR HANDS………………………………………………………………………………………………
WHAT TO DO IF YOU GET FLU-LIKE SYMPTOMS………………………………………………………………….
INFLUENZA SCREENING FLOWCHART………………………………………………………………………………
NOTIFICATION FORM……………………………………………………………………………………………………
COVER YOUR COUGH…………………………………………………………………………………………………..
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RULES OF THE ROAD……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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BULLY PARENT LETTER FROM GUIDANCE……………………………………………………………………….……………
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Frank C. Ortis, Mayor
Iris A. Siple, Vice Mayor
schance@pineschater.net
The City of Pembroke Pines Charter School – Central Campus
Angelo Castillo, Commissioner
Carl Shechter, Commissioner
Jay Schwartz, Commissioner
Charles F. Dodge, City Manager
August 24, 2015
Dear Parents and Students:
We are very pleased to have you with us at the Pembroke Pines Charter School.
Our goal is to help your child achieve to the best of his/her potential! Together, we can
accomplish that goal. We encourage you to become an active participant at our school
and we invite your suggestions.
Enclosed you will find various forms which will require parent and/or student
signature. Please return all signed forms to the teacher in the blue folder.
Please feel free to call our school office if you have any concerns or questions. The
office hours are from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. School hours for students are 8:45AM until
3:15PM.
To ensure students’ safety, they are N O T permitted to be on campus until
8:15am unless they are officially enrolled in the Before Care Program.
Sincerely,
Sean Chance
Central Campus Principal
Michael Castellanos
West Campus Principal
Lisa Libidinsky
FSU Campus Principal
Kenneth Bass
East Campus Principal
The City Of Pembroke Pines Charter Middle School – Central Campus
12350 Sheridan Street, Pembroke Pines, FL 33026
954-322-3300 954-322-3383 (FAX)
www.pinescharter.net
Dedicated to providing a high quality education to a diverse community where all students are expected to succeed as
life-long learners.
We believe that all children will achieve educational excellence and become productive citizens in a diverse and everchanging society
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Our Vision, Mission and Beliefs
Our Vision
To create a collaborative learning Community that cultivates Character and provides a
challenging Curriculum.
Our Mission
To provide a personalized learning experience that prepares all students to become
global citizens.
Beliefs: Our school believes that:
1. all children are to be treated with dignity and respect and have the right to learn, grow, and
maximize their full potential without limitations.
2. collaboration among all stakeholders is vital in meeting the individual needs of all students.
3. all students should be educated in a safe and nurturing environment and be provided with a
well-rounded and rigorous curriculum.
4. high expectations of staff and students are the key to improving academic achievement.
5. learning for all is a life-long pursuit.
954-322-3300 954-322-3383 (FAX)
Dedicated to providing a high quality education to a diverse community where all students are expected to succeed as
life-long learners.
We believe that all children will achieve educational excellence and become productive citizens in a diverse and everchanging society.
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Welcome to Going Green!
The Pembroke Pines Charter Schools are an earth-friendly school system. We
are implementing new procedures to help save our planet. Please realize that
every little bit does help.
We will be sending as much information as we can to all of our Charter School
families via global e-mail. Please make sure to fill out the “Stay Informed” sheet
in your First Day Packet with your most frequently used e-mail address.
Please be sure to print your e-mail address clearly so that you are always up to
date on all school activities.
Thank you for your support!
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PEMBROKE PINES CHARTER SCHOOL
GENERAL INFORMATION PACKET
2015-2016
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BUSES
Only the students who live between 2.0 – 3.5 miles from the school are eligible for
transportation. Students must only ride their assigned bus. Parents should choose the
bus stop closest to their home. A schedule of stops and times will be available.
Students will not be permitted to ride on another bus other than the one, which they are
assigned. Any additional questions, please contact Transportation Authority at 954-3644790.
ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL
School Hours:
School hours are 8:45 am to 3:15 pm. Students are expected to arrive on time and
remain the entire school day. Students are not allowed on campus before 8:15am.
Supervision is not provided until 8:15 am.
ATTENDANCE
Attendance at school is mandatory by Florida State Law and is also criterion for being a
State ranked “A” school. If a child is absent due to an illness or family emergency, the
school must be notified no later than 2 days after the absence. Students who have an
excused absent are given time to make up missed work. Students absent for 5 days or
more for reasons other than illness or emergency may face sanctions according to the
Broward County Student Code of Conduct.
BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL CARE
Before school care is coordinated by the Pre-School Program from 6:45 a.m. – 8:15
a.m. (in the Central Cafeteria). Students are released to the Airnaisium at 8:15am.
After school care is offered on site. It will run from the end of the school day to 6:00
p.m. The program will be open only on days that school is in session. Registration
packages are available at www.pinescharter.com
Parents who chronically drop students off early or pick up late will jeopardize their
child’s future enrollment in the charter school. The school will only accept cash or money
orders beginning on May 1, 2016.
CONFERENCES AND REPORTING
We believe Parent/Teacher conferences are essential to report student progress and to
help us to know more about your child. Certain days are set aside for conferences, but
it is impossible to schedule every parent in one day. If you feel the need for a
conference other than the scheduled time, please call the teacher (elementary or front
office (middle). Remember that it is important to pre-arrange conference times either by
note or telephone, so that the teachers will be prepared.
Conferences may be
scheduled every school day with the exception of Tuesday.
Always feel free to discuss with your child’s teacher anything related to the school that
you do not understand. Report cards will be issued every nine weeks. Interims will be
distributed according to the Broward County Calendar. You may request a conference
through Guidance if necessary with the Team of Teachers.
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DISCIPLINE
The Pembroke Pines Charter School follows the School Board of Broward County
Student Code of Conduct and a proactive discipline plan.
DISMISSAL OF STUDENTS
It is very important that students know how they will get home every day. Any change in
mode of transportation or usual plan must be communicated in writing to the teacher
and/or the main office. In order to have a smooth closing of school each day we are
asking that students not be dismissed 30 minutes prior to the end of the day.
FIELD TRIPS
Field Trips are a vital part of the learning experience and will be taken as appropriate to
age and grade. Parents must give signed consent for students to participate.
Students who continually exhibit unacceptable behavior may be declined the
opportunity to participate in off-campus activities. Administration reserves the right to
deny these privileges to students who violate the Code of Students Conduct and the NO
REFUND will be given. If a child does not attend the field trip due to illness, absences
and/or parental request, NO REFUND will be given.
HOMEWORK
Research has shown that regularly scheduled homework is an important factor for
students’ success in school. Time spent together helping your child with schoolwork will
give him or her the quality time all children need. (Homework Policy #6306.)
To make homework time productive, remember to:
 Work together and have fun!
 Make it a set time each day.
 Provide quiet, uninterrupted time.
 Be positive! Stress success, not failure.
 Encourage, don’t discourage.
 Reward homework with positive actions and words.
Look for more news pertaining to homework throughout the school year.
ILLNESS AND ACCIDENTS
The school can only provide first aid to students. There is no nurse on staff. If it is
deemed necessary, emergency services will be requested. It is necessary that the
school have current emergency contact names and numbers on file.
Medication:
In order for the school to be responsible for administering medication to your child, it is
required that you and your doctor complete an Authorization for Medication form,
available in the school office and return it to the office. Proper completion of this form is
the only way school personnel will be allowed to administer medication.
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Please be reminded that all over-the-counter medication, including but limited to, cough
drops, aspirin, eye, ear or nose drop, allergy pills, etc., all come under the restrictions
dealing with the administering and dispensing of medicine in school. (SBBC policy
5006)
INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM
Materials selected for instruction are all correlated to the Florida Sunshine State
Standards. They are well-organized, multi-cultural, multi-ethnic and provide challenging
enrichment and extension lessons. Subject areas are integrated to present a wellbalanced instructional program. The curriculum will include instruction in study skills,
character development and the incorporation of state of the art technology. Portfolios,
journals, writing, and projects (authentic assessment) will be part of the program.
Homework is a vital part of the instructional program and is determined by each teacher.
LOST AND FOUND ITEMS
Students should have clothing and other items properly labeled with their name. Items
of any significant value should not be brought to school. The school will not be
responsible for any lost items. Found items will be stored and available for identification
for one month only.
MEDIA RESOURCE ROOM
The middle school has a full-service media center that all students have access to by
getting a pass from their classroom teachers.
NEWSLETTER
The school newsletter will be posted online monthly with pertinent information for you to
read.
PARENT INVOLVEMENT
Parents will play a vital role in this school and will be involved in most aspects of the
school. There is a Parent Advisory Committee, which provides input and assistance to
the administration. Meetings will be held on a regular basis and will be open to all who
wish to attend. Parents of students who attend the school are required to donate a
minimum of 30 documented hours of served time during the school year. A parent
service hour guidelines sheet is enclosed for parent to read and sign.
QUALIFIED TEACHERS
Teachers selected to work in the Charter Schools are college graduates with degrees in
the appropriate field of work and are certified by the State of Florida to teach in the
Middle school.
RECOGNITION OF STUDENTS
Students are periodically recognized for good deeds, good citizenship, academic
achievement, etc. Students are not permitted to have individual birthday parties at
school. Gifts, flowers, food, etc., are not to be sent or delivered to school.
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RELEASE OF STUDENTS
Students will only be released to persons who have been authorized in writing by
parents/guardians and listed on the student data card. Identification must be provided.
REPORTING PUPIL PROGRESS
Students in grade 1-8 will receive a report card per District’s calendar, 4 times a year
(once a quarter). The report card provides only a snapshot of child’s progress.
SAFETY OF STUDENTS
The safety of students is of paramount concern. Children will be properly supervised at
school and be given definite rules for movement patterns. Parents can help the school
by reminding their child of ways to be cautious, be aware of their surroundings, and be
alert of situations they may encounter.
SCHOOL CALENDAR
The Pembroke Pines Charter School follows the same basic calendar as the School
Board of Broward County. We will participate in the EARLY RELEASE DAYS. Please
note that early release days are on Thursday’s.
SCHOOL FOOD SERVICE
The school is equipped with warming ovens only; therefore, food for students will not be
prepared on-site.
SCHOOL HOURS
The school hours are 8:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Students are supervised in a designated
wait area beginning at 8:15 a.m. The time from 8:00 – 8:45 a.m. is used by the teacher
to prepare for the day, which may include: Parent-Teacher conferences, teacher
meetings, etc.
STUDENT SERVICES
A Guidance Counselor is available to assist students and parents with concerns. Small
groups are developed to meet the needs of students.
The Exceptional Education Department will make every effort to provide services for
students who qualify for exceptional student education programs (specific learning
disabilities, speech and language, occupational and physical therapy, etc.). A qualified
professional will provide services. It is the intent of the school to include all students in
the regular educational program (mainstream).
STUDENTS USE OF TELEPHONE
Students may only use the telephone in case of an emergency. Parents are requested
to refrain from calling to speak to their child on the telephone. This is a safety concern
as it is not possible to determine the relationship of the caller to the child and it
interrupts the educational environment of the class.
TESTING/ASSESSMENT
Students will be continually assessed and evaluated by the classroom teacher to plan
and determine progress. Students in grades 1-8 will participate in the annual testing
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program sponsored by the School Board of Broward County. Psychological: Testing will
be generated through the Exceptional Educational Department.
UNIFORMS
All students are required to wear the official uniform on a daily basis, unless instructed
otherwise. Exceptions may be made for special days or special activities in which case
prior notification will be sent home. School sponsored spirit items may be worn on the
last day of the week. The uniform company is “Planet T-Uniforms” and their telephone
number is (954) 538-0066. Read and sign the Uniform Policy enclosed.
VISITOR
All visitors must report to the Administration Building to obtain a visitor’s pass. Please
be prepared to present photo identification for each person planning to be on campus
grounds.
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August 24, 2015
Safety Plan Letter
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Each campus of the City of Pembroke Pines Charter Schools has a complete and detailed Safety Plan
that has been reviewed and approved by the City of Pembroke Pines Police Department and the Broward
County Schools Safety Department. The plan aligns with guidelines provided by the Department of
Homeland Security. The School Safety Plan is a uniform document that is used throughout the school
district. Certain details of this plan are not permitted to be released due to their sensitive nature. School
personnel have been trained in emergency procedures. These procedures are practiced monthly with
staff and students. The procedures are reviewed and evaluated for improvement by the school after each
drill.
Schools initiate lockdown procedures in conjunction with local law enforcement officials. Please be aware
that if the school is in a lockdown, it does not necessarily mean that an incident has occurred on campus.
Many times, an incident in the surrounding community necessitates a school lockdown.
Schools are aware that parents are anxious about the safety of their children and want to know what is
happening as quickly as possible. We will provide this information as quickly as we can in cooperation
with law enforcement.
During a school lockdown, the safety and security of students and staff are of paramount importance. To
assist the school during an emergency, and to avoid jeopardizing the safety of our students and staff, we
ask that parents adhere to the following guidelines:
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Be patient.
Tune in to local media for official information and instructions.
Defer from calling the school’s front office for information. Call the Pembroke Pines Police
Department at (954) 431-2200 for official information.
Under NO circumstance should parents attempt to enter the campus or remove their child from
the school prior to an all clear.
Comply with directives given by law enforcement officers or school personnel.
Sincerely,
Kenneth Bass
Michael Castellano
Lisa Libidinsky
Sean Chance
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August 24, 2015
Dear Parent(s) or Guardian(s):
The City of Pembroke Pines provides Before-School care from 6:45am to 8:15am, Monday
through Friday, for the students of the Charter Middle School.
The cost of per period is $ 115.00. There is no adjustment in the weekly fee when our program
is closed due to a legal holiday, in the event of a natural disaster or any other circumstances
that may arise beyond our control. You will not be charged, however, when the Charter Schools
are closed for winter and spring breaks.
Space is limited and based on a first-come, first-served basis; therefore we would like to give
you the opportunity to register early and reserve your child’s space. Please come by the school
and complete the appropriate forms.
If you plan to register your child/children for our Before Care program, please fill out all the
paperwork and bring your $35.00 registration fee check made payable to the City of Pembroke
Pines on or before Friday, August 28, 2015. Please be advice that beginning May 1, 2016 you
may only pay with cashier’s check or cash when paying for your child’s Before Care fees. Past
due accounts without satisfactory arrangements with the Site Supervisor shall result in your
child not being able to attend the program until your account is brought current.
Feel free to call with any questions you may have.
Sincerely,
Sean Chance
Michael Castellanos
Lisa Libidinsky
Kenneth B. Bass
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August 24, 2015
Dear Parents:
Pembroke Pines Charter School provides after school care for elementary and middle school
students in a nurturing and safe environment from 3:15-6:00PM daily when school is in session.
In order to continue to meet the needs of your children, the monthly payment is $ 130.00; late
fees are applied as follows:
Child pick up from 6:01-6:15pm = $10.00 additional charge
Child pick up from 6:16-6:30pm = $20.00 additional charge
Child pick up from 6:30-6:45pm = $ 30.00 additional charge
In addition, there is a one-time yearly registration fee of $25.00 per child. This will be collected
at the time of registration. This is at or below the cost of the neighboring schools’ after care
programs. Our program will also provide after care services during all early release days.
The check for the first month totaling $155.00 per child will include both registration fee and
monthly fee. If you plan to register your child/children for our after care program, please fill out
all the paperwork and bring your payment to the school on or before Friday, August 28, 2015.
Thank you for your continued support and cooperation.
Sincerely,
Sean Chance
Michael Castellanos
Lisa Libidinsky
Kenneth Bass
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CENTRAL CAMPUS
ARRIVAL & DISMISSAL PROCEDURES
FOR WALKERS AND CAR RIDERS
August 2015
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Student safety and security is a very high priority for all of us. It is especially important to make note of,
and review with your child, these arrival and dismissal procedures. Please note that the parking lot in front
of the administration building will be closed to all vehicles except school buses from 8:00–8:45am and
from 2:30–3:30pm each school day (11:45am-1:00pm on early release days). Parking will be available in
the parking lot that runs adjacent to the west side of Flamingo Park.
For your convenience, you may utilize one of our two official car pool lanes. One is accessible from Taft
Street and 122nd Terrace; the other from Flamingo Road through the south entrance to Flamingo Park.
FOR THE SAFETY OF OUR STUDENTS
PLEASE DO NOT USE THE FLAMINGO PARK PARKING LOT AS A CAR POOL LANE.
PLEASE REFRAIN FROM USING CELL PHONES IN THE CAR POOL LANE.
I. Morning Arrival Procedures:
Students SHOULD NOT arrive prior to 8:15am. There will be no supervision prior to this
time. To help ensure safety, any student arriving prior to 8:15 will be placed in the Before Care
Program at the parent/guardian’s expense. All students in need of supervision before 8:15 MUST be
enrolled in the Before Care Program. For enrollment information please call (954) 322-3350.
ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE:
All elementary & middle school car riders should be dropped off at the “DROP-OFF/PICK-UP” area ONLY
by utilizing one of our two designated car pool lanes. When dropping students off, please remain in your
car. Please, DO NOT park in the car pool lanes or leave your car unattended. Violators are at risk of
being ticketed.
All students arriving by car or by walking will enter the campus using the pedestrian gate under the
awning.
II. Afternoon Dismissal Procedures:
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ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE:
All elementary & middle school car riders should be picked up at the “PICK-UP/DROP-OFF” area ONLY
by using one of our two designated car pool lanes. When picking up students, please remain in your car.
(Elementary parents, please display the appropriate tag on your rear view mirror). Please, DO NOT park
in the pick-up lanes. Students who are designated as walkers will exit the campus through the pedestrian
gate under the awning.
The Taft Street car pool lane will be used primarily for elementary students.
Middle school parents are asked to please use the Flamingo Road car pool lane for pick-up.
Please be reminded that students are not permitted to be dismissed during the last 30 minutes of the
school day. Please plan appointments accordingly.
You can find a map illustrating the Central Campus Traffic Pattern at:
http://pinescharter.net/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=VDL8c0svcIU%3d&tabid=65&mid=520”
Any student who misses their bus or is not picked up 30 minutes after dismissal will
be placed in aftercare at the parent/guardian’s expense.
Please be advised that after dismissal there is no supervision for students at
Flamingo Park.
PLEASE NOTE THAT IN THE EVENT OF INCLEMENT WEATHER, STUDENTS MAY BE HELD
AFTER THEIR REGULAR DISMISSAL TIME TO ENSURE THEIR SAFETY.
Thank you in advance for your help and cooperation with this important safety matter. Please feel free to
call the school at 954-322-3300 if you have any questions regarding these procedures.
Sincerely,
Sean Chance
Principal
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Student Name (Print)
Parent/Guardian Name (Print)
Date
Date
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2015 – 2016
The Elementary PTA Board will meet before the advisory meeting at 5:00 p.m.
Advisory meeting begin at 6:00 p.m.
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CHARTER EDUCATION – THE CORE OF OUR LIVES
Character education is development of eight character traits that will enhance
and positively influence our schools and community. A different trait will be
addressed for eight months of the school year, as follow:
Month
Trait
Definition
October
Responsibility
Meeting obligations by being
reliable, accountable, and dependable
to self and others
November
Citizenship
Knowing, understanding, and
displaying high regard for
rules, laws, government,
heritage, and those who have
served and sacrificed for
community and country
December
Kindness
Being helpful, thoughtful,
caring, compassionate, and
considerate
January
Respect
Showing consideration,
understanding, and regard for
people, places, and things
February
Honesty
Being truthful, trustworthy, and
sincere
March
Self-control
Having discipline over one’s
behavior and actions
April
Tolerance
Recognizing and respecting
differences, values and beliefs
of other people
May
Cooperation
Working with others to
accomplish a common purpose
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August 2015
Dear Parents,
SCHOOL BOARD APPROVES CHANGES IN ATTENDANCE POLICY
Regular school attendance is vitally important to a student’s academic achievement. For that reason, and
in order to meet a requirement set by the State that school districts establish a definition of a “pattern of
non-attendance”, a major change to the District’s attendance policy was approved by Broward’s School
Board at its April 18, 2006 meeting.
Effective at the beginning of the 2006-2007 school year, both excused and unexcused absences
along with tardiness and early sign-outs will be counted when determining a student’s pattern of
non-attendance. This is a change from previous years when excused absences had no impact on
a student’s attendance record.
A student will have a “pattern of non-attendance” if he or she is absent from school a total of 30 hours (5
days) in any one marking period or 60 hours (10 days) within 90 days.
If it is determined by a school that a student has developed “pattern of non-attendance” sanctions may be
imposed. For an elementary age student, sanctions may range from having the report card withheld, if
the student was in school for less than 25 days in a marking period, to the student’s parents being
required to appear in court.
Middle and high school students who have a “pattern of non-attendance” may also face sanctions. A
student may not earn class credit; could be required to repeat a class; could be referred to Children In
Need of Services (CINS) or Families In Need of Services (FINS); could have his or her driver’s license
suspended or be prevented from obtaining a driver’s license; or the student’s parents could be required to
appear in court.
It is important for parents receiving Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) to know that if their
child has a pattern of non-attendance payments may be suspended.
The School Board has also adopted other changes to the attendance policy, so it is very important for
parents to carefully review and sign the copy of the Code of Student Conduct they will receive at the
beginning of the school year. Information regarding attendance policy changes is posted on the District’s
website at http://www.broward.k12.fl.us/sbbcpolicies/docs/P5.5.pdf.
Please note, tardy students MUST be signed in by a parent/guardian in the front office.
Parents with questions about the policy changes should contact the Pembroke Pines Charter School
where their child is assigned.
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Pembroke Pines Charter Middle School
*September 17, 2015 – Career Day
October 22, 2015
January 7, 2016
February 25, 2016
March 17, 2016
June 9, 2016
*4th hour all day
Early Release Schedule:
Periods:
Period 1: 8:45 – 9:10 am
Period 2: 9:14 – 9:39 am
Period 3: 9:43 – 10:08am
Lunches:
Period 5: 10:12 – 10:37 am
Period 6: 10:41 – 11:10 am
Period 4: 11:15 – 12:45 pm
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8th grade: 11:15 – 11:45
7th grade: 11:45 – 12:15
6th grade: 12:15 – 12:45
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PEMBROKE PINES CHARTER SCHOOLS
Drug and Weapon Policy
2015– 2016
The following infractions of the school rules may result in expulsion and removal from
the Pembroke Pines Charter School with a one-year expulsion from the Broward County
School.
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Bomb Threats
Threats to kill another student/staff member
Possession/Distribution of drugs
Possession/Use of a weapon (gun, knife, or any devise used as a
weapon)
Please sign below stating you and your son/daughter understand the above policy.
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Safety in the Laboratory
2015 – 2016
Working in the laboratory is one of the most interesting and challenging activities on
your class schedule. However, there is one factor that is more important in the
laboratory than most classrooms – that factor is safety. These rules and procedures
should be followed at all times in order to make the science laboratory a safe and
exciting place to work. Students who violate safety policy may be excluded from
lab and given an alternative assignment. Read them carefully and remember:
Safety First!
General Rules and Procedures:
1. Students are to follow all directions carefully. If there is something they do not understand, they
should ask their teacher for help.
2. Students should wash hands thoroughly before beginning and after completing an activity or
experiment.
3. Students should perform only those activities or experiments assigned by the teacher.
4. Students should never taste anything in the laboratory unless directed to do so by the teacher.
5. Students should not eat or drink from laboratory glassware at any time.
6. Students should not touch, inhale, heat, or mix any substance in the laboratory unless directed to
do so by the teacher.
7. Students should not remove chemicals or equipment from the laboratory without the teacher’s
permission.
8. Students should not leave unattended, any activity involving the use of chemicals, and/or heating
any substance, including water.
9. Safety glasses should always be worn when working with chemicals, and/or heating any
substance including water.
10. Students should not wear contact lenses during experiments that involve the use of caustic
reagents.
11. Students should not wear loose clothing, particularly open jackets, sweaters, or garments with
large, floppy sleeves. Long hair should be back or covered.
12. Students should not run or engage in horseplay in the laboratory.
13. Students should know the locations and proper use of safety showers, eyewashes, fire
extinguishers and fire blankets.
14. Students should report all accidents or injuries immediately to their teacher.
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Service Hours Record Guidelines
Attached, you will find our service hour form. This form is used to keep a record of all
our service hours. Once this form is completed you are to turn it into the front office so
your hours can be entered into our computer system.
Procedures to complete your service hours in School:
When performing the service hours in the school it is important that you first go to the
front office and sign in our Visitor Log. In the front office you must present a proper
identification (i.e. driver’s license, passport, or picture identification). The front office
staff will then give you a badge that you must wear at all times. When you have finished
your service hours you must go back to the front office, sign out and turn in your badge.
The visitor book is not used as a record of your hours (this is your responsibility). The
book is solely for security.
Helpful Hints to fulfill your 30 hrs. required:
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If you are able to make copies at home or work, let your teacher or front office
know.
Each time a donation is made you will receive 30 minutes total
Purchasing up to twenty (20) hours – The first ten (10) hours may be purchased
for $10.00 per hours. The second ten (10) hours may be purchased for $20.00
per hour.
Parent drop off 8:15 – 8:45am
Lunches 11:52 – 1:25pm
Pick Up 3:00 – 3:30pm
Office 8:00 – 3:30pm
Parent can attend meetings, Advisory and PTSA
School functions taking place outside of school hours.
There are other school related activities that you can attend through the year.
Please read all flyers and newsletters for upcoming events.
Career Day
Saturday Detentions
Sign up for Parent Global Email @ pinescharter.com for information.
Service hours are to be completed by Friday, May 27, 2016.
Each time you complete any service hour you must have the person in charge being the
teacher, office or coordinators of the event sign your form.
If you send a donation you could send it with your child with the service hour form. The
teacher will sign it and send it home until your sheet is complete.
We look forward to seeing you and appreciate your help.
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PARENT SERVICE HOURS POLICY
2015 - 2016
1. All parents and/or guardians are to fill out and submit a Service Hours Application
form. All students in our Charter School are to be listed on the form.
2. Each family must complete 30 or more hours per school year. Effective as of the
2011-2012 school year, parents and guardians of students in the City’s Charter
School system shall be able to satisfy a portion of their thirty (30) service hours
requirement by purchasing up to twenty (20) of these hours as follows:
• The first ten (10) hours may be purchased for $10.00 per hour.
• The second ten (10) hours may be purchased for $20.00 per hour.
 No parent or guardian shall be permitted to purchase more than twenty (20) service
hours for a total of $300.00. The remaining ten (10) hours of the service hour’s
requirement shall be satisfied in a manner consistent with the Charter Schools’
previously established rules and regulations. The school will only accept cash or
money orders beginning on May 1, 2016.
3. Service hours obtained from all campuses may be combined (Central, East, West,
FSU and High School).
4. Attending informational meetings / functions such as PTA / PTSA, Advisory Board
and Open House, count towards service hours, however, recreational functions
including, but not limited to, sports events, school plays / performances, and Awards
Ceremony do not constitute as time that may be utilized towards service hours;
unless otherwise specified by school.
5. All visitors must sign in at the front office to receive a visitor’s badge before going to
the classroom.
6. All visitors during the school day must wear their visitor’s badge at all times while at
the school or with the students. All volunteers are expected to dress in attire
consistent with SBBC Code of Conduct (pg. 24 -25).
7. At home, parents and/or guardian must keep a record of their hours and should turn
them in every two (2) weeks to their child’s teacher for verification.
8. If donating supplies, food, etc., for classrooms in exchange for service hours, you
may receive no more than ½ hour credit towards your service hours or all items
donated at that time. Prior approval from the principal must be received before any
items may be donated and credit received.
9. During the 2nd and 3rd grading periods, all service hours will be tabulated and parents
will be notified of the hours they have accumulated.
10. A new duplicate form must be filled out for every service activity attended. You will
keep the yellow copy for your records. The white copy is to be turned in to the office.
11. Any hardship related deviation from this policy must be put in writing fully explaining
the extenuating circumstances for such request and submitted to the principal.
12. Service hours may only be performed by parents, grandparents, foster parents,
adoptive parents, and legal guardians at the discretion and review of the principals.
13. Pursuant to Chapter 2004-81, Florida Laws (2004), all parents and/or guardians at
the school shall be subject to a limited background check. Principals have the sole
discretion and authority to refuse an individual to perform service hours at the school
as a result of this required background check.
14. All service hours must be fulfilled prior to May 27, 2016 unless prior
arrangements have been approved by administration.
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DRESS CODE POLICY
The Pembroke Pines Charter Schools have a mandatory uniform dress code policy. We believe that
students have the right to attend a safe and secure school where the focus is on academics. It is the
intent of the school program that students be dressed and groomed in an appropriate manner that will not
interfere with, or distract from, the school environment or disrupt the educational process. Clothing
should follow the dress code in place for the Charter Schools.
1. All students must wear one of the approved uniform outfits along with their ID which is to be
visibly worn at all times. Students must replace IDs that are damaged.
2. Shirts must be tucked in at all times while on campus.
3. All clothing should be properly fitted and worn correctly Effective July 1, 2011, related to school
district codes of conduct. In these sections are new school board requirements to include in the
code of conduct, “an explanation of the responsibilities of each student with regard to appropriate
dress, respect for self and others, and the role that appropriate dress and respect for self and
others
has
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orderly
learning
environment.”
http://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2011/0228/BillText/er/PDF Revealing clothing or clothing that
exposes the torso is not allowed. Also students must wear all bottoms at their waist, in
compliance with the “baggy pants” policy. Clothing that exposes the upper thigh including shorts
that are rolled up/in are not allowed. Hemmed shorts that are not shorter than mid-thigh,
including walking shorts, Bermuda shorts, and split skirts (culottes), are allowed. No cut-off
clothing; all clothing must be properly hemmed.
4. Belts are a required part of the uniform and must be worn daily. Trousers and belts must be
secured at the waist level.
5. Jackets/sweatshirts may be worn to school, but must comply with the school colors (solid navy
blue, maroon, gray, black or white) and must be solid with no markings or logos. Also, undershirts
must be solid navy blue, maroon, gray, black or white) and must be solid with no markings or
logos. Spirit shirts may be worn on the final day of each week only.
6. Sneakers or flat-heeled shoes with enclosed toes and back sandals (closed toed) are allowed.
The following are examples of what is not allowed: backless style shoes, open toed shoes of any
type, soft shoes, high boots, high sneakers, (military style, etc),high platforms shoes, or slippers,
distracting or mismatch footwear or socks is not allowed.
7. Clothing, jewelry, buttons, haircuts, and other items or markings which are offensive, revealing,
suggestive or indecent, associated with gangs or cults, use of drugs, alcohol or violence, or
support discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, linguistic
differences, national origin, race, religion, socioeconomic background or sexual orientation are
NOT ALLOWED.
8. Any articles of jewelry or clothing that may cause injury, including, but not limited to: items with
spike or sharp objects, wallet chains, silly bands, rubber bands and heavy link chains are not
allowed.
9. Mohawks, Fohawks, shared hair designs, or any hair style that interferes with the learning
environment including unnatural hair coloring, e.g. green/orange/purple/red/blue, etc., are NOT
ALLOWED.
All violators will be subject to disciplinary action. Remember all students agreed to the uniform policy
in order to be able to attend Pembroke Pines Charter School. Refer to the Broward County Public
Schools’ Code of Student Conduct booklet for further clarification of the dress code.
STUDENT NAME________________________________________________
PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE ________________________________
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August 24, 2015
Subject: Medication Administration during school hours
Dear Parent/Guardian:
School Board policy states that schools may not give any medication to children, prescription or over the
counter, during school hours unless the health care provider and the parent complete an Authorization
Medication/Treatment Form. This form can be obtained at the school office. All medication
authorizations for chronic or long term conditions shall not be good for over twelve months. The
Authorization Medication/Treatment Form must be signed by the doctor and the parent/guardian.
If at all possible, the medication should be scheduled to be administered at home rather than during
school hours.
Medication, prescription or over the counter, given at school must be provided in current, original
containers with original pharmacy labels. Have the pharmacy fill the prescription in two labeled
containers so that there is proper labeling at home as well as at school. The labels must include: name
of student, name of drug, directions concerning dosage, time of day to be taken, name of the prescribing
physician and date of prescription.
Parents are responsible for seeing that adequate supplies of the medication are provided for the school.
Students may not bring the medications to school. An adult must bring any medication to school.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
Sincerely,
Sean Chance
Michael Castellanos
Lisa Libidinsky
Kenneth Bass
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MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION AT SCHOOL
1. Each student must have a completed Medication Authorization Form signed by
the physician and parent with specific instructions with the name of medication,
dosage (amount), frequency, and time to be administered. School personnel
may not administer medication unless the parent has a completed Medication
Authorization Form signed by the physician and parent.
2. The Medication Authorization Form must be renewed each school year. Any
changes in the type, dosage, frequency of medication, or treatments
administered will require a new Medication Authorization Form to be
completed.
3. Any student requiring special procedures (i.e. nebulizer treatments, clean
catheterization, gastrostomy feedings, etc.) must have a completed Treatment
Section of the Medication Authorization Form. This form must be completed
and signed by the physician and parent.
4. No student shall transport medications to or from school with the exception of
students that require self-medication procedures; i.e. diabetics, asthmatics,
hypersensitivity to bee stings/insects/allergens. A completed Medication
Authorization Form must state by the physician that the student is trained in
self-medication.
5. Medications must be kept in the prescription container in which it was
dispensed with the student’s name, date, name of drug, physician’s name, and
pharmacy name and phone number clearly marked.
6. Long-term medications must be listed on student data card.
Medication Authorization Forms may be obtained in the School Office
 Students are not permitted to bring over-the-counter medication
(Tylenol, cough syrup, Benadryl, etc.), cough suppressants or saline
solution.
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REQUIRED IMMUNIZATIONS
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Policies
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Cupcakes, cakes, etc. should not be brought into school for birthdays only for
Kindergarten. If parents want to do something special for a birthday of a child, they
may donate a book, come and read a book, etc.
Parents may NOT medically help any student on a field trip (taking out splinters, etc.) or
administer any over-the-counter medication.
Fast food should not be brought into school.
ID’s, homework, projects, books, and supplies should NOT be brought into school office
at any time.
We ask that any food and/or snack that are to be shared by all students be store bought
and be brought to school in their original packaging.
When a class has a pizza party or other food parties, the students must still have lunch.
Younger siblings, babies, etc. may not be brought into the classroom, cafeteria, etc.
during the school day, for special events.
All clothing should be properly fitted and worn correctly. Revealing clothing or clothing
that exposes the torso is not allowed. Clothing that exposes the upper thigh including
shorts that are rolled up/in are not allowed. Hemmed shorts that are not shorter than
mid-thigh, including walking shorts, Bermuda shorts, and split skirts (culottes), are
allowed. No cut-off clothing; all clothing must be properly hemmed
Girl Scout, etc uniforms may not be worn in school. If a student has a meeting right after
school, the student may change at the end of the day.
Teachers may NOT participate in private tutoring in the building. Also, teachers may
NOT tutor students who are in their classes.
Colored bandanas, hats etc. CANNOT be worn in school.
Students must have backs on their shoes.
Jackets/sweatshirts may be worn to school, but must comply with the school colors
(solid navy blue, maroon, gray, black or white) and must be solid with no markings or
logos. Also, undershirts must be solid navy blue, maroon, gray, black or white) and must
be solid with no markings or logos.
Sneakers or flat-heeled shoes with enclosed toes and back sandals (closed toed) are
allowed. The following are examples of what is not allowed: backless style shoes, open
toed shoes of any type, soft shoes, high boots, high sneakers, (military style, etc),high
platforms shoes, or slippers, distracting or mismatch footwear or socks is not allowed.
Blue or Black Denim, non-torn, jeans and specified appropriate top may only be worn on
designated dress down days at a cost of $1.00 per item worn.
On cold days uniform navy pants or uniform shorts with leggings may be worn with
appropriate uniform approved jacket.
Spirit shirts can only be worn on the last day of each week.
The school will only accept cash or money orders beginning on May 1, 2016.
Under special conditions, such as disciplinary referrals, students may be denied
participation in educational or non-educational field trips and educational schoolsponsored activities.
____ Yes, I have received and read the policies of the Pembroke Pines Charter
School Policies.
Student Name ________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature _______________________________
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Field Trips
The City of Pembroke Pines Charter Middle Schools believe that field trips
can be an important part of the learning process and should be tied to the
curriculum as appropriate. Each teacher is eligible to sponsor a field trip
with the approval of their principal. Throughout the school year, efforts are
made to communicate which field trips are planned at each campus as a part
of the curricular meeting held by the department heads, curriculum
specialist, and administrators.
Our schools generally follow the School Board of Broward County, Florida
policy on field trips (Policy 6303). An important change is that our field
trips are governed by the policies and procedures of the City of Pembroke
Pines rather than the district. All field trip contracts are reviewed and
approved by the City Attorney.
Every effort is made to ensure student while on a field trip. Teachers acting
as chaperones are instructed on how to contact their school administrator in
case of an emergency. In an emergency, teacher chaperones are instructed
to follow the procedures and directives of the local authorities.
Under special conditions, to be determined by Administration, students may
be denied participation in educational or non-educational field trips and
educational school-sponsored activities (See SB Policy 6303).
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Guide to Proactive Discipline
2015-2016
Be Respectful
Be Responsible
Keep Hands and Feet to Self
Follow Directions
Be Safe
Pembroke Pines Charter Schools follow the “Broward County Public School Code of
Student Conduct” and this document directly aligns with their policy.
I have read the “Guide to Proactive Discipline” at Pembroke Pines Charter
Middle School which includes “Rights and Responsibilities” and “Rules
and Consequences.” Study and review this document with your child.
Knowing and being aware of these rules are very important and will affect
your child throughout the year. We are confident that with your support
our students will enjoy a learning environment where increased academic
achievement will take place. When you review and reinforce these
concepts at home, you are doing your part to increase your child’s overall
success.
Student:____________________________ Grade:____________
Student Signature:_________________________________________
Parent/Guardian:_____________________________________
please print clearly
Parent/Guardian Signature: ________________________________
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Discipline Plan
Central Campus
Mr. Chance, Principal
Dr. Pizzo, Assistant Principal
West Campus
Mr. Castellanos, Principal
Ms. Augustine, Assistant Principal
Our Vision
To create a collaborative learning Community that cultivates Character and provides a
challenging Curriculum.
Our Mission
To provide a personalized learning experience that prepares all students to become
global citizens.
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Discipline Plan
School discipline has two main goals:
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To ensure the safety of staff and students, and
To create an environment conducive to learning
Expected Student Behavior
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Students must: follow rules in the Broward County Code of Conduct.
Unacceptable behaviors outlined in the Code of Conduct begin on page 19 will
be subject to disciplinary actions.
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Dress appropriately for school by following the uniform dress code, wearing
uniforms approved by the school and wearing an I.D. badge (in visibly good
condition). This makes it easy to identify visitors, which helps keep our school
safe.
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Walk in the corridors.
disruption.
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Keep hands, body and objects to themselves. Doing so helps to prevent injury
and disruption.
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Be courteous. Be respectful toward staff and peers.
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Leave candy and gum at home. Gum and candy are prohibited on campus
because they may cause damage to school property.
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Do not wear head coverings including, but not limited to caps and hats or
scarves/bandanas, unless they are necessary for safety in certain classes, health
or religious reasons.
Running has the potential for injuries and causes a
These rules are designed to reinforce the mission of the Pembroke Pines Charter
Schools and the Broward County Code of Student Conduct.
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BEHAVIOR TRACK
Repeated rule violations will result in the student being placed on the Behavior Track.
Student behaviors that are inappropriate need to be dealt with in the classroom and by
their team. When three interventions and a parent contact have been documented, a
referral will be issued and subject to the SBBC Discipline Matrix.
Each student referral requires three (3) interventions plus parent contact; this may
include a Response to Intervention (RTI). Thereafter, an additional intervention and a
parent contact are needed. Interventions do not “carry over” from referral to referral.
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Administrative Detention
Two Administrative Detentions
Saturday Detention
Suspension for 1 to 10 days (AES or External)
* There will be no rescheduling of Saturday Detention. Students will be suspended if
they do not serve Saturday Detention.
** In lieu of Internal Suspension (IS), students will be placed in Saturday detention or
Alternative to External Suspension (AES).
AFTER SCHOOL DETENTIONS (i.e. running, horse playing, defiance, etc.).
Two-hour After-School Detention:
the detention notice must be signed by a
parent/guardian. Failure to comply will result in the student not being permitted to serve
the detention and placed on the Behavior Track for additional consequences.
Students who do not attend Administrative Detention will serve a Saturday Detention.
Multiple no shows of detentions may result in suspension.
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TARDY BETWEEN CLASSES
3rd unexcused tardy to class will result in placement on the Behavior Track.
GUM / DEFIANCE OF DRESS CODE
1st time
Warning
A warning will be issued prior to a detention, but the warning may
not be at the first occurrence (e.g. the warning could come in a
discipline assembly, via announcements, from the teachers, etc). It
is not required to be a direct or written warning.
2nd time
Placement on Behavior Track
Alternative to Suspension
A grant has been approved to provide a program in lieu of suspension for students in
grades 6 through 8. The idea is to offer academic assistance and counseling services.
The program designated for our school is the AES Program. It is located at LanierJames Educational Center, 1050 N.W. 7 Court, Hallandale, Florida 33009. It is based
on several essential concepts.
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The students will benefit from an opportunity to stay up-to-date on their
school assignments.
The students will be provided with supervision, thus reducing the
possibility of risky behavior in the community.
While engaged in the Alternative Suspension Program, the students will
not receive “0”s, thus reducing the possibility of receiving “F”s in the
academic areas of their report cards.
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STUDENT APPEAL FORM
STUDENT NAME: _________________________________________
OFFENSE: _______________________________________________
DATE: ___________________________________________________
ACTION TAKEN: __________________________________________
APPEAL REQUESTED BY: __________________________________
Appeal Request generated to:
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dispute the facts
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DATE HELD: _____________________________________________
EDUATORS IN ATTENDANCE:
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BEHAVIOR TRACK _____________________________
SBBC Policy 5006 – Code of Student Conduct – Section X- Right to an
Appeal Procedures
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SECTION TWO
Additional Rules and Regulations
In addition to the school-wide Proactive Discipline Plan, students will also be
governed by the following:
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CAFETERIA BEHAVIOR
Students are expected to use proper entrance and exit doors. Students are required
to eat in an orderly fashion during lunch periods. Students will sit at assigned tables,
unless otherwise directed.
Cutting in line, throwing food, leaving trays, and
wandering around the cafeteria will not be tolerated. Administration will review each
incident and recommend appropriate action
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Throwing food in or out of the cafeteria, taking food out of the Cafeteria
or leaving a mess on or around table.
Aggressive Horseplay
Bathroom misbehavior/disruption
Cutting in lunchroom line
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Saturday School
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1 day O.S. *
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3 days O.S. *
4th
5 days O.S. *
Disruptive behavior, i.e. shouting, chanting, loud singing, banging on
tables
Leaving trays
Having open food or drink containers on campus
Horse playing
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Saturday School
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Saturday School
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FIELD TRIP AND ACTIVITY GUIDELINES
Field trips and special activities, on or off campus, enhance the learning
opportunities of our students. All students are afforded the same
opportunity to attend and benefit from the experiences. The steps outlined
above are designed to reward the students who are making genuine,
positive efforts to be productive members of the student body.
By authorizing your child to participate in any co-curricular or extracurricular event/field trip, the parent/guardian, hereby releases and holds
harmless the school, individual sponsor, including the teachers and
principal, and the City of Pembroke Pines from all liability for mishap or
injury to the student named herein from the time of departure to the time of
return, and from any and all responsibility for the acts of conduct of such
student during the trip or event. The parent/guardian understands that the
administration reserves the right to deny, under special conditions, to be
determined by Administration, and NO REFUND will be given.
Parent/guardian will be contacted by the teacher and/or administrator (SB
Policy 6303).
If a student has been excluded from a trip or activity as a result of the
above-mentioned items, a refund may not be issued. (SB Policy 6303).
Parent/guardian will be contacted by the teacher and/or administrator.
Any questions you have regarding this policy should be directed to an
administrator.
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DRESS CODE POLICY
The Pembroke Pines Charter Schools have a mandatory uniform dress code policy. We believe that
students have the right to attend a safe and secure school where the focus is on academics. It is the
intent of the school program that students be dressed and groomed in an appropriate manner that will not
interfere with, or distract from, the school environment or disrupt the educational process. Clothing
should follow the dress code in place for the Charter Schools.
1. All students must wear one of the approved uniform outfits along with their ID which is to be
visibly worn at all times. Students must replace IDs that are damaged.
2. Shirts must be tucked in at all times while on campus.
3. All clothing should be properly fitted and worn correctly Effective July 1, 2011, related to school
district codes of conduct. In these sections are new school board requirements to include in the
code of conduct, “an explanation of the responsibilities of each student with regard to appropriate
dress, respect for self and others, and the role that appropriate dress and respect for self and
others
has
on
an
orderly
learning
environment.”
http://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2011/0228/BillText/er/PDF Revealing clothing or clothing that
exposes the torso is not allowed. Also students must wear all bottoms at their waist, in
compliance with the “baggy pants” policy. Clothing that exposes the upper thigh including shorts
that are rolled up/in are not allowed. Hemmed shorts that are not shorter than mid-thigh,
including walking shorts, Bermuda shorts, and split skirts (culottes), are allowed. No cut-off
clothing; all clothing must be properly hemmed.
4. Belts are a required part of the uniform and must be worn daily. Trousers and belts must be
secured at the waist level.
5. Jackets/sweatshirts may be worn to school, but must comply with the school colors (solid navy
blue, maroon, gray, black or white) and must be solid with no markings or logos. Also, undershirts
must be solid navy blue, maroon, gray, black or white) and must be solid with no markings or
logos. Spirit shirts may be worn on the final day of each week only.
6. Sneakers or flat-heeled shoes with enclosed toes and back sandals (closed toed) are allowed.
The following are examples of what is not allowed: backless style shoes, open toed shoes of any
type, soft shoes, high boots, high sneakers, (military style, etc),high platforms shoes, or slippers,
distracting or mismatch footwear or socks is not allowed.
7. Clothing, jewelry, buttons, haircuts, and other items or markings which are offensive, revealing,
suggestive or indecent, associated with gangs or cults, use of drugs, alcohol or violence, or
support discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, linguistic
differences, national origin, race, religion, socioeconomic background or sexual orientation are
NOT ALLOWED.
8. Any articles of jewelry or clothing that may cause injury, including, but not limited to: items with
spike or sharp objects, wallet chains, silly bands, rubber bands and heavy link chains are not
allowed.
9. Mohawks, Fohawks, shared hair designs, or any hair style that interferes with the learning
environment including unnatural hair coloring, e.g. green/orange/purple/red/blue, etc., are NOT
ALLOWED.
All violators will be subject to disciplinary action. Remember all students agreed to the uniform policy
in order to be able to attend Pembroke Pines Charter School. Refer to the Broward County Public
Schools’ Code of Student Conduct booklet for further clarification of the dress code.
STUDENT NAME________________________________________________
PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE ________________________________
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Jay Schwartz,Commissioner
Dear Families,
As of July 22, 2008, the School Board of Broward County passed a policy prohibiting bullying of any student or
employee. At our school, we believe that bullying of any kind, by any person, is unacceptable. All students should
be free from worries about being bullied. Students who bully others must be taught other, appropriate ways of
interacting with peers. As a result, our school will learn universal rules and expectations about bullying as well as
different skills and tools they can use to prevent or respond to bullying. As you know, bullying can take different
forms, such as physical or verbal, and it can harm victims’ social relationships with their peers. Bullying can also be
indirect; for example, bullying can occur through gossip, spreading falsehoods and cyberbullying. Bullying is
hurtful to anyone who is the target of such behavior as well as to anyone who witnesses bullying.
We define bullying as:
“Bullying means systematically and chronically inflicting physical hurt or psychological distress on one or more
students or employees. It is further defined as: unwanted purposeful written, verbal, nonverbal, or physical
behavior, including but not limited to any threatening insulting or dehumanizing gestures, by an adult or student,
that has the potential to create an intimidating, hostile, or offensive educational environment or cause long term
damage, cause discomfort or humiliating: or reasonably interfere with the individual’s school performance or
participation is carried out repeatedly and is often characterized by an imbalance of power.”
Bullying is a purposeful action that is intended to injure, involves physical (e.g. hitting, pushing, shoving, kicking,
etc.) and/or mental components (e.g. verbal humiliation, hurtful, threatening behaviors, gossip, exclusion) and
ALWAYS an imbalance of power. That is a lot of information, but to keep it simple, we can help determine is
bullying by using this acronym. Bullying is:
R – Repeated
I – Imbalance of Power
P – Purposeful
Our anti-bullying goals this year are to create a positive school setting, increase awareness about bullying among all
educators, staff, and students; enforce school anti-bullying rules; provide enhanced supervision in bully-prone
locations; and teach students skills to deal with bullying, problem solving, and making friends.
Your support and partnership with our school staff is vital to the success of our anti-bullying goals at our school. If
you have any questions about the program, please call or visit your child’s guidance counselor to discuss them.
Sincerely yours,
Jill Bear
Guidance Counselor
954-322-3300 954-322-3383 (FAX)
Dedicated to providing a high quality education to a diverse community where all students are expected to
succeed as life-long learners.
We believe that all children will achieve educational excellence and become productive citizens in a diverse
and ever-changing society.
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Pembroke Pines Charter Middle Schools

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