Dear Glenbard families:
Welcome to our Summer Program for Glenbard Township High School District #87! We are excited about the variety of learning opportunities that we have for the students of our District for the summer of 2010.
You will find two types of summer school offerings on our website. The first section is devoted to credit courses that provide Glenbard students with the opportunity to advance themselves by taking courses in the summer that they need to schedule, but may not have space for in their school year, 7 period day schedule. There is also a broad spectrum of core academic classes offered that give students a chance to make up a class failed previously in order to get back on track to graduation. Students in the Glenbard High Schools who fail Math, Science, Social Studies, or English classes are expected to attend summer school to make up the credits lost due to course failures in these areas during the regular school year. Students who are on fee waivers during the school year can also attend summer school free of charge,
but need to apply for a waiver of fees (see Application for Waiver of Student Fees form).
Classes listed in this first section are offered for Glenbard credit. Glenbard students, however, may also attend classes on the College of Du Page campus or other area campuses if the course times are more convenient to the student or family schedule.
The second section of summer school offerings on our website are our Bridge courses that assist students in improving their skills in Reading, Mathematics, Foreign Language, English and Biology or help them bridge their skills in these areas in order to more effectively manage the demands of high school course work.
Again, this year, transportation will be available to the four high schools from the middle school or junior high schools in the high school attendance area. That schedule will be posted on our website at a later date. The bus service is offered free of charge to Glenbard students to and from our campuses daily.
Our campuses will also be set up for your student to purchase snacks and a light lunch at the conclusion of classes daily in the event that your student may be remaining on campus for afternoon activities. Our food service will provide a limited menu of healthy food choices for our students to purchase on days when summer school is in session.
We hope you encourage your child to take advantage of this very important opportunity to continue their progress in learning during the summer months.
General Summer School Information:
Parent/Student Informational Session
All parents and students registered for the 2010 High School Credit Summer School program are encouraged to attend an evening orientation meeting. This short, informative meeting will be held at each high school on Monday, June 21, 2010, from 6 to 7 p.m. and will repeat from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Topics will include:
• Policies
• Grading Options
• Required Forms
Textbooks
Textbooks, when needed, are included in the price of each class. Textbooks must be returned in good condition. If the textbook is not returned or is considered unusable, students will be charged.
Required Forms
All parents and students must read and sign the forms listed below. Copies of the forms are sent home for appropriate signatures on the first day of class and must be returned by the second day of class.
• Student Code of Conduct
• Appropriate Use of Computer/Online Resources Contract
• High School Attendance/Tardies/Final Exam Policy
• Emergency Contact Information
• Lab Safety Contract (Science students only)
A parent/guardian signature on each of the forms constitutes an understanding and acceptance of policies/conditions set forth by Glenbard Twp. High School District 87.
Attendance
One day in the summer program equals approximately one week of a regular school year. Prompt and consistent attendance is mandatory to ensure the same contact hours, teaching and learning opportunities as during the school year. Students should not register for classes for high school credit if they have vacation plans, athletic camps/competitions, or other obligations that prevent them from attending class.
Absences/ Tardies/ Final Exams
District 87 offers a two-semester High School Summer School program. Classes are four hours per day for 16 days, Monday through Friday. These programs are open to high school and middle school students. Summer school is designed to provide students with opportunities to gain academic credit or to explore interests by auditing a class.
Absences
Summer school is a condensed school experience. Classes meet Monday to Friday for four hours per day for 16 days, and students are expected to be present. However, illness and emergencies do occur. Students are allowed two (2) absences per semester course. More than two absences per course, regardless of reason, will result in a "Withdraw" grade being issued for no credit, without refund.
Tardies
Two (2) tardies either at the beginning of the day or the break, per semester course equals one (1) absence. Tardies exceeding 15 minutes equal an absence.
Any combination of absences and tardies that exceed two (2) "days" results in a withdraw grade being issued for no credit, without refund. Parents are asked NOT to register their child for summer high school classes when they anticipate a conflict with their personal schedule. No special arrangements will be made after the allowed two (2) days of absence for any reason.
Final Exams
If a student is enrolled in a class that requires a final exam, the final is given on the last day of class in the semester only.
Parent/Guardian signature on the High School Attendance Policy form constitutes understanding and acceptance of these conditions.
Progress Reports
Student progress reports are issued once during each 16-day semester. Each report includes student attendance and punctuality as well as the current grade.
Should a parent need to contact an instructor for any reason, all instructors will provide a telephone number and/or e-mail address on his/her syllabus. Instructors cannot be reached during class hours or interrupted during instruction time. Please contact the summer school principal if you have any questions or concerns.
Grading Scale/Options
Upon completion of a summer school course, grades will be sent to the home address and posted on transcripts. The letter grades are A, B, C, D, F, or W (withdrawal).
Letter Grade
A = 90 to 100 percent
B = 80 to 89 percent
C = 70 to 79 percent
D = 60 to 69 percent
F = 59 percent and below
P/F (Pass/Fail) is for the Illinois and U.S. Constitution Tests only
Grades earned during summer school do not replace grades that were earned during the regular school year when calculating overall GPA.
Audit Grade
No credit is awarded for this course. Students who are looking for enrichment only would benefit from auditing a course The grade is not factored into the GPA. Attendance is recorded and students must adhere to all summer school policies and procedures.
Withdrawal
"W" is received from the instructor when the student has more than two absences (Two tardies = one absence) per semester course or for any violation listed in the High School Attendance Policy or the Student Code of Conduct-Appropriate Use of Computer/On-line Resources Contract. If a student voluntarily withdraws from a course, he/she should contact the summer school principal to officially drop the course to ensure that no grade report is generated.
Tuition and Refund Policy
General courses are priced at $284 per semester which includes textbooks.
Refunds will be granted for students, if the student withdraws from classes as follows:
Sem 1 Sem 2
June 21, 2010 and prior |
100% |
July 14, 2010 & prior |
100% |
June 22 thru June 30, 2010 |
50% |
July 15 thru July 23, 2010 |
50% |
July 1 and beyond |
0% |
July 26 and beyond |
0% |
No Refunds will be issued for the following reasons:
• If student registers for class and does not attend
• If student withdraws after the above-mentioned withdrawal dates for ANY reason
• If student is dropped for violation of the Student Code of Conduct-Appropriate Use of Computer/ Internet and/or the High School Attendance Policy
Special Needs Students
Students with disabilities need to identify themselves. The District provides reasonable accommodations to special needs students. The most common services provided to students with disabilities include: note-taking paper, enlarged print, testing accommodations, mobility assistance, preferential seating, books on audio tape, barrier free parking, and TTY.
Be advised, due to the accelerated pace of the High School Summer School program, this pace frequently presents an exceptional challenge that may not meet the needs of the special needs students. Consult with your high school guidance counselor prior to registration.
Special Education Students
Special Education students who failed a general education class (whether a regular section or a co-taught section) will enroll in the general education summer school options.
Special Education students who were enrolled in self-contained cross categorical classes or self-contained ED classes during the 2009-2010 school year, should contact their counselor for course options.
Special Education students are also encouraged to enroll in any enrichment or elective course of their choice.
How to Register
Contact Information:
Summer school office and principal information below:
North: (630) 681-3170
South: (630) 534-4210
East: (630) 424-6470
West: (630) 942-7599
1014 S. Main St.
Lombard 60148 #630-627-9250
990 Kuhn Road
Carol Stream 60188 #630-653-7000
22W200 Butterfield Road
Glen Ellyn 60137 #630-469-6500
670 Crescent Blvd.
Glen Ellyn 60137 #630-469-8600
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