kipp amp - family handbook - 2011-2012

8/4/2019 KIPP AMP - Family Handbook - 2011-2012

1/38

FAMILYHANDBOOK

1224 Park Place, 4th Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11213

Tel: 718-943-3710 Fax: 718-774-3673

www.kippamp.org


2/38

Every KIPP student will develop the character and academic skills necessary to succeed in high school and college, to be self-sufficient,

successful, and happy in the competitive world, and to build a better tomorrow for themselves and us all.

1

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WHO WE ARE

KIPP MISSIONOUR BEGINNING

KIPP AMP ACADEMY CREDO

KIPP COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE

FAMILY INVOLVEMENT

SOME OF WHAT EVERY KIPPSTER LEARNS DURING WEEK ONE

KIPP AMP ACADEMY STAFF CONTACT LIST

GENERAL INFORMATION

ENROLLMENT

WHO SHOULD I ASK?

ATTENDANCE

FOOD SERVICES

TRANSPORTATION

FIELD TRIPS

COMMUNICATING WITH STAFF AND TEACHERS

CELL PHONE USAGE

TECHNOLOGY AND INTERNET USAGE

PERSONAL BELONGINGS

STUDENT DRESS CODE

ORDERING UNIFORMS

CAFETERIA/FOOD POLICY

INDEPENDENT READING & BOOK LOSS POLICY

GENERAL STUDENT SUPPLIES

HEALTH AND SAFETY

IMMUNIZATIONS

REPORTING A CHILDS ILLNESS

1

3

33

3

4

6

7

9

10

10

10

11

12

12

12

13

13

13

13

14

15

15

15

16

19

19

19


3/38



2

ILLNESS DURING SCHOOL HOURS

MEDICATION

COUNSELING SERVICES

CALENDAR AND SCHEDULE

CALENDAR

SCHOOL DAY SCHEDULESCHOOL CLOSINGS (BAD WEATHER)

SUMMER SCHOOL

SATURDAY SCHOOL

VOLUNTARY AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

ACADEMICSWORK HARD

HOMEWORK

CHEATING/PLAGIARISM

REPORT CARDS AND GRADING

PROMOTION TO THE NEXT GRADE

STANDARDIZATION TESTING

SPECIAL EDUCATION

CAPOEIRA AT KIPP AMP

KIPP AMP PAYCHECK SYSTEM

CODE OF CONDUCT

19

19

20

21

21

2424

24

24

25

26

26

26

27

27

28

28

29

30

36


4/38



3

WHO WE ARE

MISSIONKIPP AMP Academys mission is to teach our students to develop the academic and character skills necessary tosucceed in high school and college, to be self-sufficient, successful, and happy in the competitive world, and to

build a better tomorrow for themselves and us all.

OUR BEGINNING-7/7/05In 2005, KIPP AMP Academy opened in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, serving approximately 70 fifth graders. Thisyear, KIPP AMP Academy will serve approximately 300 students in fifth through eighth grade.

KIPP AMP Academy is part of KIPP NYC, which currently serves approximately 2,000 students and alumni atfour middle schools (in Harlem, Crown Heights, and the South Bronx), a high school serving all four middleschools (in Harlem), and three elementary schools.

From the beginning, KIPP has focused on developing academic and character skills. Since day one, the key to thishas been the amazing teamwork of families, students, and teachers all working together.

KIPP AMP ACADEMY CREDO #1:If there is a problem, we look for a solution.

If there is a better way, we try to find it.If we need help, we ask.

If a teammate needs help, we give.

KIPP AMP ACADEMY CREDO #2:At KIPP, we believe.

We believe in the creation of inspired livesproduced by desire, discipline, and dedication.

We are not frightened

by the challenges of realitybut believe that we can change our worldand our place within it.

We work, plan, create, and dream.Our talent, character, and integrity

will be the tools we needto build a better tomorrow.We believe that we can take

this place, this time, and the people hereand build a better place, a better time,

and a better people.As a team and a family,

we will either find a way or make one.- Inspired by Providence St. Mel School Motto


5/38

Every KIPP student will develop the character and academic skills necessary to succeed in high school and college, to be self-sufficient, successful,

and happy in the competitive world, and to build a better tomorrow for themselves and us all.

4

KIPP COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE

Students Commitment:

I will arrive at KIPP every day by 7:25 A.M. (Mon. - Fri.). I will remain at KIPP until 4:00 P.M. (MondayThursday) and until 2:30 PM on Friday.

I will come to KIPP on mandated Saturdays at 9:00 A.M. and remain until 1:00 P.M. I will attend KIPP Summer Academy for three weeks in July. I will always work, think, and behave in the best way I know how and I will do whatever it takes for me

and my fellow students to learn. This also means that I will complete all my homework every night. Iwill call my teachers if I have a problem with the homework or a problem with coming to school, and Iwill raise my hand and ask questions in class if I do not understand something.

I will read daily. I will always make myself available to my family and teachers and to address any concerns they might

have. If I make a mistake, I will tell the truth to my teachers and accept responsibility for my actions.

I will always behave so as to protect the safety, interests, and rights of all individuals in the classroom.This also means that I will always listen to all my KIPP teammates and give everyone my respect.

I will follow the KIPP AMP dress code. I am responsible for my own behavior, and I will follow the teachers directions at all times.

Failure to adhere to these commitments can cause me to lose various KIPP privileges and can lead to returning to

my home school.

Parents/Guardians Commitment:

We will make sure our child arrives at KIPP every day by 7:25 a.m. (Mon. - Fri.). We will make arrangements so our child can remain at KIPP until 4:00 P.M. (MonThurs.) and 2:30

P.M. on Friday.

We will make arrangements for our child to come to KIPP on mandated Saturdays at 9:00 A.M. andremain until 1:00 P.M.

We will make arrangements for our child to stay for detention and/or tutoring as necessary from 4:00-5:00P.M.

We will ensure that our child attends KIPP Summer Academy for three weeks in July. We will always help our child in the best way we know how and we will do whatever it takes for him/her

to learn. This also means that we will check our child's homework every night, let him/her call ahomework buddy or the teacher if there is a problem with the homework, and try to read with him/herevery night.

We will always make sure our child reads daily. We will always make ourselves available to our children, the school, and any concerns they might have.

This also means that if our child is going to miss school because of an emergency, we will notify theKIPP AMP staff as soon as possible, and we will read carefully all the papers that the school sends hometo us.

We will attend meetings with teachers and administrators as necessary. We will allow our child to go on KIPP field trips with the school. We will make sure our child follows the KIPP AMP dress code. We understand that our child must follow the KIPP rules so as to protect the safety, interests, and rights of

all individuals in the classroom. We, not the school, are responsible for the behavior and actions of ourchild.

Failure to adhere to these commitments can cause my child to lose various KIPP privileges and can lead to my child

returning to his/her home school.


6/38



5

KIPP AMP Staff Commitment:

We will arrive at KIPP every day by 7:15 A.M. (Monday-Friday). We will remain at KIPP until 4:30 P.M. (MondayFriday). We will come to KIPP on appropriate Saturdays at 8:45 A.M. and remain until 1:15 P.M. We will teach at KIPP during the three-week Summer Academy Session. We will always teach in the best way we know how and we will do whatever it takes for our students tolearn. We will always make ourselves available by phone, email, or in person to students and families, and will

respond respectfully to any concerns they might have.

We will always protect the safety, interests, and rights of all individuals in the classroom. We will prepare engaging and rigorous lessons with meaningful homework assignments and frequent

assessments.

We will actively seek, incorporate and respond well to feedback in order to create exceptional lessons,materials, and classes.

We will treat our students character development with the same importance that we give to theiracademic growth

We will use data from tests and assignments to make sure every child succeeds. We will provide individual and small group tutoring to ensure our students succeed.

Failure to adhere to these commitments can lead to our removal from KIPP.


7/38



6

FAMILY INVOLVEMENTAs already mentioned, one of the keys to the success of KIPP AMP Academy is the strong working relationshipbetween parents, teachers, and children. The key to this is effective communication. It is for this reason that allKIPP AMP Academy teachers give out their phone numbers, and it is also the reason that we have an open doorpolicy to families regarding school visits. In addition to phone conversations, school visits, and home visits bystaff, KIPP AMP Academy also has quarterly conferences between parents, teachers and children.

Below are some additional ways that parents have been involved in the past. Please feel free to suggest any otherideas you might have.

WHAT ARE A FEW WAYS I CAN GET INVOLVED?Our families are always asking for ways to get involved. Below are a few ways in which you can do so.

Chaperone and participate in our in-school and out-of-school activities Get involved in parent-literacy activities with your child Join our parent events Attend student in-class performances (poetry slams, in class speeches and presentations, cultural

celebrations, and others, depending on specific classes)

Attend awards ceremonies Chaperone school trips Patrol after-school dismissal to ensure safety of all of our children Attend parent meetings Stop by the school to sit in on classes (no amount of time is too short) Invite us to your homes for home visits Inform us of community events or activities we should be participating in Carpool with other families Attend parent-teacher conferences Cheer, support, and possibly coach our sports teams And, of course, we are always available to sample delicious home-cooked meals that your child rants and

raves about

Please feel free to contact Ms. Killins at 718-943-3710 ext. 4456, or Paul Byrne at 718-943-3710, ext. 4003,to discuss family involvement.


8/38



7

SOME OF WHAT EVERY KIPPSTER

LEARNS DURING WEEK ONE We are committed to reinforcing common standards of character and academic performance to create a sense of team and

family. We believe that these ideas serve as a great foundation to be carried beyond the four years at KIPP AMP Academy.

During the first week of summer school, every KIPPster learns various songs, sayings and acronyms to reinforce our

mission. We constantly refer to these throughout their time at KIPP. Please review and help reinforce these standardswith your child in and out of school.

I - Be Nice. Work Hard.

II- We are a TEAM AND A FAMILY.

III - This is the room that has the kids who want to learn to read more books to build a better tomorrow.

IV- Climb the mountain to college.

V - SSLANT (Smile, Sit Up, Listen, Ask and Answer Questions, Nod your head, Track the Speaker)

Read Baby Read

B-O-O-K-S, B-O-O-K-S, B-O-O-K-SBookland!

(bang, bang, clap, bang, bang, clap)

Youve gotta read, baby readYouve gotta read, baby, read.

The more you read, the more you know.Knowledge is power and power is freedom and I want it,

Yes, I want it.


With your newfound skills, youll pay all your bills,youll travel far and near through skies stormy and clear.

Youve gotta read, baby, read.Youve gotta read, baby, read.


You have the desire, now you know youll never tire.In your pursuit to college, all you need is more knowledge.

2-0-2-3 (or 2022, or 2021, or 2020)2023 (see above ) sooooooo,

Youve gotta read, baby read!Youve gotta read, baby, read!


9/38



8

NON-NEGOTIABLE EXPECTATIONS FOR KIPP AMP ACADEMY STUDENTS

All KIPPsters receive general non-negotiable expectations. Please reinforce these with your child.

1) Adherence to theKIPP Commitment to Excellence2) Adherence to theKIPP Credo:

a. If there is a problem, we look for a solution.b. If there is a better way, we try to find it.c. If we need help, we ask.d. If a teammate needs help, we give.

3) Be in KIPP AMP uniform at all times. [See page 14 for additional uniform policy detail]4) Be on-task and present at all times during class. While anyone is speaking, students musttrack the

speaker. This means that students will always have their eyes and brains on thatperson. Students should be sitting properly during class time.

a.5) Be organized and prepared for all classes. Every KIPPster should have at least 3

sharpened pencils with erasers, a pen, and paper in their notebooks every day.Work should always be completed and presented neatly. The KIPP heading shouldbe thoroughly completed for all assignments and always include first and last name. All papersshould be kept neatly in school designated binders.

6) KIPPsters must complete HW daily. Homework should be written neatly in the agenda provided bythe school.

7) Students must have an independent reading book with them at all times to assign themselves whenthey are done early or have additional time.

8) Respond appropriately to all questions. Tone, reactions and non-verbalactions matter.9) Walk quietly and orderly while inside any building.10)We must maintain integrity bydoing the right thing without being told. KIPPsters are KIPPsters in

and out of school. Our actions once we leave the building matter just as much as they do inside ofthe school building.


10/38



9

STAFF CONTACT LISTByrne, Paul [email protected] 917-263-1539 Dean of Students

Chambers, Dana [email protected] 917-771-30635th Grade Non-Fiction Studies

Teacher

Chandler, Jamison [email protected] 917-684-7533 Music Teacher

Chiaravalloti, John Michael [email protected] 917-686-8772 8th Grade Writing Teacher

Edwards, Latasha [email protected] 917-263-0867 Director of Operations

Exley, David [email protected] 917-858-0008 7th Grade Reading Teacher

Facey, Chris [email protected] 917-263-1516 8th Grade History Teacher

Farrell, Tiffany [email protected] 304-826-6246 7th Grade Math Teacher

Fernandez, Emily [email protected] 917-805-2363 5th Grade Reading Teacher

Johnson, Amirah [email protected] 917-771-3573 Office Manager

Joseph, Natalie [email protected] 917-684-80746th Grade Non-Fiction Studies

TeacherKillins, Tokinma [email protected] 917-684-7583 Counselor

Levin, David [email protected] 917-806-0673 KIPP Co-Founder & Superintendent

Lewis, Debon [email protected] 917-570-9618 Principal

McIntosh, Jonathan [email protected] 417-848-6938 7th & 8th Grade Learning Specialist

Michals, Anastasia [email protected] 732-598-2204 5th Grade Math Teacher

Moore, Jamila [email protected] 917-701-6817 5th Grade Writing Teacher

Palmer, Alecia [email protected] 917-701-2059 7th Grade Writing Teacher

Phillips, Shaka [email protected] 917-684-8601 6th Grade Learning Specialist

Pinheiro, Fabiano (Sabia) [email protected] 917-653-9339 Capoeira Teacher

Ribeiro, Frank [email protected] 917-263-1526 5th Grade Learning Specialist

Raji-Greig, Elizabeth [email protected] 917-263-1523 Dean of Teaching & Learning

Rubin, Josh [email protected] 718-943-3710 8th Grade Science Teacher

Shakarian, Katrina [email protected] 718-640-5173 6th Grade Math Teacher

Smith, Nicole [email protected] 646-420-3424 Capoeira Teacher

Speer, Erin [email protected] 585-755-1690 8th Grade Math Teacher

Stringer, Danielle [email protected] 773-354-2582 6th Grade Reading Teacher

Telford, Tyler [email protected] 917-263-1543 6th Grade Writing Teacher

Toussaint, Ashley [email protected] 917-684-8690 7th Grade History

Unger Dvorchik, Blake [email protected] 917-263-1510 7th Grade Science Teacher

Vance, Quinton [email protected] 917-721-5809 Ex. Dir. of KIPP NYC Elem. & Mid. Schools

Walker, Grant [email protected] 347-618-9255 8th Grade Reading

Zangrilli, Autumn [email protected] 917-776-2020 Dean of Teaching & Learning
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]


11/38



10

GENERAL INFORMATION

ENROLLMENTEvery year, beginning in the first week of January, KIPP AMP Academy will begin acceptingapplications for our fiftheighth grades for the following year (please note that very few students areadmitted after the 5th grade). In accordance with our state law, admissions preference will be granted to

siblings as first priority and students receiving free or reduced lunch and/or living in District 17 as a 2nd

priority. The lottery will be held in April.

DOCUMENTS NEEDED BY THE SCHOOLUpon enrolling at KIPP AMP Academy, the following documents must be submitted for each student tothe Office Manager:

Registration FormEmergency FormCopy of Birth CertificateProof of Address (Copy of a Phone Bill, Electric Bill, Lease, Gas Bill, etc.)Immunization Records/Health RecordsIEP (individualized Educational Plan)/504 Accommodations (if applicable)Home Language Survey (if applicable)

WHO SHOULD I ASK?At times, you may have questions about KIPP AMP Academy. Below is a quick list of common questionsand to whom you can ask for more information.

Questions STAFF MEMBER

My childs grades or the content of a class The teacher who teaches the classThe Grade Chair for your childs grade

Autumn Zangrilli or Elizabeth Raji-Greig, Dean ofTeaching and Learning

Lunch Forms, Emergency Forms, Immunization Records,Attendance, etc.

Amirah Johnson, Office Manager

I dont understand a paycheck comment. Teacher whose initials are on the paycheck

Lost bus pass Amirah Johnson, Office ManagerLatasha Edwards, Director of Operations

Ordering KIPP shirt Cookies Childrens Dept. Store, 1-877-942-6654

I have concerns about my childs social adjustment Tokinma Killins, CounselorPaul Byrne, Dean of Students

My child has an IEP/504 Accommodations Jonathan McIntosh, 7th & 8th Grade Learning SpecialistShaka Phillips, 6th Grade Learning SpecialistFrank Ribeiro, 5th Grade Learning Specialist

My child will be absent or late Amirah Johnson, Office Manager

I have overall questions Debon Lewis, PrincipalLatasha Edwards, Director of Operations


12/38



11

ATTENDANCE

Attendance is part of our promotional criteria.

Advanced Notice:

If a child is going to miss school because of an illness or emergency, parents should call theOffice Manager, Ms. Johnson, that morning or ahead of time.

All absences require the student to bring in a note the following day signed by the parent,guardian or doctor and must be given to the Office Manager when the KIPPster returns to school.Only an absence due to illness with a note from a doctor or an absence due to a death in thefamily with a note from the parent or guardian will be considered an excused absence.

When a KIPPster is absent from school the Office Manager places a phone call home.Absence Policy:

1-5 days out: parents are notified daily by the Office Manager. 6-10 days out (cumulatively, regardless if consecutive or not): parents are notified by Office

Manager. In addition the Office Manager will send the names of all KIPPsters that have been outfor more than 5 days cumulatively to the Dean of Students, Mr. Byrne to generate attendanceletters.

The school has the right to not promote students based on poor attendance if a student is absent10 or more days.

11-15 days out (cumulatively, regardless if consecutive or not): parents must meet with the Deanof Students to discuss attendance. During this meeting, the Dean of Students will inform the

parents of their childs inability to participate in end of the year trips and they will review theCommitment to Excellence together.

16-20 days out (cumulatively, regardless if consecutive or not): parents must meet with the Deanof Students to review and re-sign the Commitment to Excellence, and to discuss the childsachievement, future success, and potential retention.

All absences are noted on report cards. KIPPsters are responsible for all missed assignments andmust arrange a way to complete all missed assignments and homework with their teachers.

KIPPsters who are absent are expected to call individual teachers to find out their assignmentsand make up the homework when they return to school. All missed, incomplete, or incorrect

work must be completed. The absent student needs to work together with their teachers to ensurethat all work is made up.

Lateness Policy:

KIPPsters must arrive to school by 7:25 a.m. MondayFriday. Arriving at 7:26 a.m. in front ofthe attendance monitor is considered late.

KIPPsters who arrive late must sign the late book, and must indicate time of arrival as well as thereason.

Late KIPPsters will receive the following consequences:o Debit on paycheck (deducted by the teacher upon student arrival to class); ando Phone call.

KIPPsters who are late to ANY class throughout the day for any unexcused reason will receive adebit on his/her paycheck for lateness.

If a student brings their own breakfast, they must arrive to the cafeteria before 7:20 in order to eatit.

All lateness is noted on report cards. KIPPsters are responsible for all missed assignments andmust arrange a way to complete all missed assignments and homework.

In regard to school incentives, 3 late arrivals will be equal to one absence.


13/38



12

FOOD SERVICESAll families must fill out a federal free/reduced lunch form in September. Families that qualify willreceive a free/reduced pricing for lunch.

Breakfast is optional and will take place from 7:057:20 a.m., MondayFriday. It is suggested thatyour child not arrive later than 7:10 a.m. if he or she wants to receive breakfast in the morning. Familiesmay also choose to send a bag lunch. However, the school is unable to assume responsibility forrefrigerating or warming lunch brought from home. Therefore, we recommend that meals be brought to

school in a sealable lunch bag or lunchbox. Please inform the school if your child has any food allergies.

If your child chooses to bring in a bag lunch, the lunch must meet the standards of a healthy meal.Therefore, lunches brought for lunch may only consist of:

fruit juice (with at least 10% real juice), or water, or milk A healthy main course (such as a sandwich, salad, leftovers, etc.) unlimited fruits or vegetables one small dessert item (cookies, healthy chips, etc.) please note that sodas of any kind are not permitted.

Snacks will be provided during the school day as well.

TRANSPORTATIONStudents either receive a half fare or full fare Metrocard. Student eligibility is determined by grade anddistance based on NY State Law and Chancellors Regulation A-801. The table below is a summary ofthese rules, which must be applied in all cases:

Grade Distance Eligible For

5-6 Less than 1 mile Half Fare

5-6 1 mile or more Full Fare7-8 Less than 1-1/2 miles Half Fare

7-8 1-1/2 miles or more Full Fare

It is each students responsibility to hold onto the Metrocard. Students will receive a transportation passthe Friday prior to Saturday school. Parents are expected to pick up or make special arrangements forstudents remaining after school for detention, tutoring, or special activities. If a Metrocard is lost orstolen, please report this to Ms. Johnson, Office Manager, immediately.

If you have any questions or concerns about Metrocards, please contact Ms. Johnson at 718-943-3710 ext.4444 or visit the Office of Pupil Transportation website:

http:schools.nyc.gov/offices/transportation/Parentresources/generaleducationeligibility/default.htm

Parents must provide contact information for any person authorized to pick up their child. If the personpicking up child is not the parent/legal guardian of the child, they must be a) given explicit written

permission to pick up the child and b) be 18 years or older. Please contact Ms. Edwards, Director ofOperations, if there are any concerns.

FIELD TRIPSOur students and families look forward to various opportunities, especially our field trips. Each year,KIPP teachers plan several field trips that complement the curriculum. In addition, many KIPPsters workhard to earn an out-of-state field trip at the end of the year. Students earn these trips based on theirpaycheck averages, attendance, academics, and overall character. In addition, the school reserves theright to remove a student from a trip or prohibit him/her from participating for any reason that jeopardizes


14/38



13

the physical or emotional well-being of him/her or others. The school will discuss with families in moredetail as trip season approaches.

COMMUNICATING WITH STAFF AND TEACHERSPart of the success of KIPP AMP Academy is the open communication between parents, students, andteachers. In an effort to help with this, we distribute telephone numbers of all KIPP AMP Academy staff.Students and parents should feel free to call staff members with concerns or questions until 8:30 PM onweek nights. This is also a good chance to get help, if necessary, with homework. If you or your child is

trying to call a teacher but he/she does not answer, please leave a message explaining the reason for thecall, your full name and telephone number, and allow time to return your call. We expect that studentsand families use our cell phone numbers in an appropriate and professional manner. In addition, in theevent of an emergency, please feel free to call Mr. Lewis (Principal), Ms. Edwards (Director ofOperations), Mr. Byrne (Dean of Students), or Ms. Killins (Counselor).

CELL PHONE USAGEWe understand many of you have purchased cell phones for your children to be used in case ofemergencies, or just simply as a means to communicate with your child after school. However, cellphones cannot be used or seen during school hours. Also, cell phones may not be worn on the hip. Cellphones must be turned off and put out of sight before students enter the school and phones must remainoff throughout the school day. If this rule is not followed, your childs phone will be confiscated, and

will be held by the Dean of Students until a parent/guardian comes to the school to pick it up. Pleaseknow that if the phone is confiscated on more than one occasion, the school reserves the right to not allowyour child to bring a cell phone to school at all. Please be advised that KIPP AMP is not responsible forlost, stolen or damaged cell phones or other technology. If you need a message relayed to your child,please call the school directly at 718-943-3710.

TECHNOLOGY AND INTERNET USEIn order to maintain appropriate use of our technology equipment at school, we ask all students to refrainfrom the following:

Using computers without staff supervision or permission. Downloading software, plug-ins, games or other programs without permission. Using chat rooms, Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, or other personal social networking websites. Changing Windows desktop, taskbar, screensaver, or any other computer settings. Accessing anyone else's data folders, files or documents. Sending email or IM unless specified by a staff member. Eating or drinking near a computer. Leaving a laptop anywhere else but in mobile lab when done with it. Playing non-education games on a KIPP computer. Viewing inappropriate websites, images, or other web content.

Students in violation of any of the above may be subject to disciplinary action.

PERSONAL BELONGINGSStudents should ensure that any personal belongings they bring with them to school are appropriate forschool and do not pose any type of physical or emotional risk to themselves or others. Expensive jewelryor large sums of money should not be brought to school. All toys, cards, games and electronics (IPods,PSPs, Gameboy DSs, etc.) will be confiscated and returned only to parents and guardians. Finally,please note that the school is not responsible for any personal belongings brought to school.


15/38



14

STUDENT DRESS CODE POLICY

The KIPP AMP uniform is a grey polo shirt containing the KIPP AMP logo and khaki pants or skirt. Theuniform shirt must be tucked in at all time and nothing may be worn over it except for a KIPP AMPsweater (no hoodies).

All pants must be worn at the waist with a belt that does not contain any large images or symbolson it.

Pants cannot be excessively baggy or inappropriately tight. Skirts may not be shorter than the knee-length and may not have slits above the knee. Shorts, capris and skorts are not permitted (except during summer school). Students may choose their own footwear but they may not show their toes or have heels. Students may not wear hats, caps, do-rags, head ties or other head coverings in the school (except in

the case of religious observance). Scarves are also not allowed while students are indoors.

Jewelry will be kept to a bare minimum at KIPP AMP.

Students are allowed to wear one necklace, tucked inside their shirt. No bracelets of any kind are allowed. The only item allowed on a students wrist is a watch. Girls are only allowed to wear earrings that are smaller than a quarter. Boys are not allowed to

wear earrings.

Students may not pierce any body part other than their ears.

Students may not wear any rings on their fingers. Students may not wear makeup, lip gloss, contacts and hair with color or multiple colors. Students

may use lip balm, such as Vaseline or ChapStick to moisturize lips. As with any items, these maybe taken away for inappropriate and excessive use.

Girls may wear nail polish only. Natural nails may not be longer than 1 cm past the end of thefinger.

On certain Fridays (which will be announced in advance), all students must wear professional dressclothing.

For boys, this includes dress pants, a dress shirt with tie, and dress shoes (no sneakers orunprofessional boots).

For girls, this includes a dress, a dress shirt with a skirt, or a dress shirt with dress pants (no denim)and dress shoes (no sneakers or unprofessional boots). Heels for girls are allowed on professionaldress day, but they may not be over 1 inch.

Dress shirts should not have any type of printed words or pictures.This year, KIPP AMP will be taking a zero tolerance approach to students that are not in the correctuniform. That means that students who are not wearing the appropriate uniform will not be allowed to bein class and students that do not meet our standards for jewelry and make up corrected in the followingways:

If your child comes to school with more than one necklace, bracelets, earrings that are larger thana quarter, piercings on body parts other than ears or rings, they will be confiscated and held until

you come to pick them up. If they come to school with makeup, lip gloss, contacts or fake nails, they must be removed. If

their nails are longer than 1 cm past their fingertips, they will have to cut them.

If a student comes to school without the appropriate uniform shirt or pants, the student willreceive a debit on his or her paycheck, and we will call you to either bring in the correct uniformfor him or her or to pick your child up and take him or her home.


16/38



15

ORDERING UNIFORMS

Cookies, a local kids department store, is the vendor for uniforms. In order for Cookies toaccommodate our needs and to pass on certain discounts to parents, uniforms must be purchased eitheronline or via telephone (see information below). While polo shirts and sweaters must be purchased atCookies, khaki pants and skirts can be purchased at any store of your choosing. The other side of the

page provides Cookies price information.

When checking out, please use the coupon code AMP to receive a 5% discount on all orders and freeshipping on orders over $25.

When ordering, please remember to purchase the same number of logos for the corresponding number oftops (polos and sweaters) that you buy. The shirts will be delivered with the logos already sewn on to thetops but Cookies ordering system requires the items to be purchased separately.

Website

http://www.cookieskids.com/Uniform.aspx?sid=1848&dcid=0&a=AMP

Telephone Number

1-877-942-6654

CAFETERIA/FOOD POLICY

Expectations/ Protocol

KIPPsters are not to enter the cafeteria or the auditorium with jackets, sweaters, or any other formof outer wear on.

KIPPsters are not allowed to eat candy, chew gum, or to drink soda at school. Any KIPPster withcandy, gum, or soda will be required to throw it away.

KIPPsters are not permitted to walk around the cafeteria or the auditorium. They should remainseated unless they have permission from an adult in their designated area to get up.

KIPPsters are not to exit the cafeteria or auditorium without permission; this includes using thebathroom.

KIPPsters are not allowed to get breakfast after 7:20; therefore, they should get breakfastimmediately upon entering the cafeteria.

All areas should be left better than we found them so that they are ready to be used by others.

INDEPENDENT READING & BOOK LOSS POLICY

Your child will be reading assigned novels and independent reading books borrowed from school. Webelieve that books are sacred and must be well taken care of so that many more students will be able toenjoy them. To that end, if a child loses or damages any KIPPAMP book, assigned novel or independentreading book, they will be required to pay a $15.00 flat fee to replace it. You will receive a notice if yourchild is missing a book and your child will not be permitted to attend any school trips or other incentivesuntil this fee is paid.
http://www.cookieskids.com/Uniform.aspx?sid=1848&dcid=0&a=AMPhttp://www.cookieskids.com/Uniform.aspx?sid=1848&dcid=0&a=AMPhttp://www.cookieskids.com/Uniform.aspx?sid=1848&dcid=0&a=AMP


17/38



16

GENERAL STUDENT SUPPLIES

Students need a number of specific organizational tools and supplies in order to start the school year.Therefore, KIPP AMP makes every effort to equip students with the in-school supplies they need for thestart ofthe year. Each student receives 5 separate binders for each subject to keep at school, pencils, apencil pouch, 3 separate composition notebooks for 3 classes, some loose-leaf paper, a uniformhomework folder, dividers for their tests and quizzes. In addition, eight grade students receive a graphnotebook for math class.

The total cost for these provided supplies, their shipping and labeling is about $56 per student. To assistwith this, parents and guardians will need to reimburse the school $35 of this cost. For the 20112012Academic year, we have extended the deadline, which was previously communicated as September 9,2011, to Friday, September 15, 2011. Please send cash or money orders in a sealed envelope with yourchilds name and the title Supplies on the front. Money Orders should be made out to KIPP AMPAcademy and payments should be given directly to Ms. Edwards, our Director of Operations, or Mr.Byrne, our Dean of Students.

If we do not receive the supply fee, your child will not be allowed to attend field trips and other off-campus activities until this fee is received in full.

In addition to the supplies above and in order for students to successfully complete their homework andprepare for the next school day, we recommend that families provide the following supplies at home fortheir child:

pencil sharpener (strongly recommendedpencils may not be sharpened during the school day); scissors and tape; extra boxes of sharpened pencils with erasers (strongly recommended); black and blue pens (for 6th through 8th grade students); crayons and markers; lined paper; construction paper and glue.

Although students should not purchase any in-school supplies for the beginning of the school year, theywill be required to replace any supplies which they damage, become worn down, or that are depletedthroughout the year. Students must maintain their binders, folders and other organizational supplies withhigh standards of neatness and cleanliness. KIPP AMP expects its scholars to show respect for their

belongings, whether they were purchased by their family or the school.

If lost or damaged, the following KIPP AMP provided items must be re-purchased from KIPP AMP toensure consistency in student supplies:

1) Pencil Case- $2.002) Multi-subject Homework Folder- $3.003) Binder- $3.004) Dividers- $1.00 (pack of 5 tabs)5)

Composition Notebook- $2.00


18/38



17

Please see the complete student supply list and additional detail below:

What supplies are ALL students

provided to be used in all subjects? Homework folder. 1 pencil case per student 3 pencils sharpened with erasers 2 pens (7-8)

What supplies are students NOT allowed

to have or use at school? No pencil sharpers in school

No white out No sharpie markers

What supplies are students provided by

subject?

What does the supply fee for students

cover?

Reading (Red)o Marble composition notebookso Binder (stay in class)o Dividersone divider must be for Tests/Quizzes

Writing (blue)o Marble composition notebookso Binder (Stay in class) 2.5 incho Dividersone divider must be for Tests/Quizzeso Folders (may stay in class)o Red Pens (class set for each writing teacher)

Math (Blue)o Binders (Stay in class) 2.5 incho Dividersone divider must be for Tests/Quizzeso Spiral, Graph Notebook with holes (8th grade)

Science (Black)o 2.5 Binder (Stay in class) with lab section.o Dividersone divider must be for Tests/Quizzes

Social Studies (White)o Binder (Stay in class)o Dividersone divider must be for Tests/Quizzes

Nonfiction (White)o Binder (Stay in class)o Dividersone divider must be for Tests/Quizzes

Artso 1 inch binders (Stay in class) (Music)one

divider must be for Tests/Quizzeso Marble comp notebooks (Capoeira)

When can students sharpen pencils? Students may ONLY sharpen pencils in afternoon homeroomwith teacher permission. Students may NOT sharpen pencils inAM homeroom. Students must arrive to school with sharpenedpencils. If a child does not have three sharpened pencils in AMhomeroom, they should be debited and given golf pencils for theday. Golf pencils should be collected at the end of the day.

What happens when a student

loses/damages supplies? Will the suppliesbe replaced?

Supplies will not be replaced by KIPP AMP. Any lost or

damaged supplies will need to be replaced by the student. Theteacher should make the appropriate paycheck debits and phonecalls to ensure that the child arrives to school prepared.

Are parents asked to make sure that

students have extra supplies at home and

if so what are they?

Yes. In a letter, we communicate to parents that we recommendthat families provide the following supplies at home for theirchild:

pencil sharpener (strongly recommendedpencils maynot be sharpened during the school day)

scissors, and tape


19/38



18

extra boxes of sharpened pencils with erasers (stronglyrecommended)

black and blue pens (for 6th through 8th grade students) crayons and markers lined paper construction paper, and glue

Are students allowed to write and draw

on their binders?

No. Binders are actually a large amount of our student supply

budget so we want to make sure that the binders we give studentslast for many years.

So students are NOT allowed to scrape pictures or words on thesee-through pockets at the front of their binders, nor are theyallowed to decorate their name labels.

If teachers want to allow students to personalize theircomposition notebooks that is up to the discretion of the teacherbut then they become responsible for ensuring that all notebooksstill have a neat look and have nothing inappropriate written onour in them


20/38



19

HEALTH AND SAFETY

IMMUNIZATIONSNew York State law requires that all children entering elementary school be immunized againstDiphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, Polio, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, 2 Hepatitis A, 3 Hepatitis B, andVaricella.

Before a child can be permitted to enter and attend school (subject to the 14-day initial waiverrequirement), parents or guardians must present documentation that their child has received all requireddoses of vaccines or that their child has received at least one dose of each of the required vaccines and iswaiting to receive the subsequent doses at the appropriate time intervals. KIPP AMP Academy mustreceive a complete immunization records by September 26, 2011 or your child may not be allowed toattend school. These requirements can be waived only if a properly signed health or religious exemptionis filed with the school.

REPORTING A CHILDS SICKNESSIf your child is going to miss school because of illness, please call the school as soon as possible. All

student absences should be followed up the next day with a note signed by a parent, guardian or doctor.KIPP AMP staff will call to verify all student absences. Please let our Office Manager, Ms. Johnson,know if there are any medical concerns or special circumstances of which we should be aware.

ILLNESS DURING SCHOOL HOURSIf a child becomes ill or injured during the school day and is not well enough to stay in class, theparent/guardian will be called to pick the child up. It is necessary to have updated emergency contactnumbers on file in the school office in case no one can be contacted at home. If the person picking upchild is not the parent/legal guardian of the child, they must be a) given explicit written permission to pickup the child and b) be 18 years or older.

MEDICATION

Staff at the school is NOT authorized to administer medication. If a child needs to take medicine atschool, he/she must give the Office Manager, Ms. Johnson, a written note from a doctor or parent withexact dosage and times for student to take. Ms. Johnson will provide these instructions and the medicineto the School Nurse who is responsible for administering all medicine. Medicine needs to be in itsoriginal packaging/case. If there are any concerns about medicine, allergies and overall health pleasecontact Ms. Edwards, Director of Operations.

Students with asthma should bring an inhaler prescribed by their doctor to school each day. Asthmaticstudents should notify a KIPP staff member as soon as breathing becomes difficult.


21/38



20

COUNSELING SERVICESThe Dean of Students (Mr. Byrne) and counselor (Ms. Killins) at KIPP AMP Academy are available tohelp any student or parent address any social, emotional, or academic issue they may be facing. Inaddition, our social worker and counselor help students work through and cope with personal and school-related stress. At KIPP, every student is entitled to counseling support and referral services. Counselingsupport is also extended to KIPP families in need.

There are several ways in which students may be referred for counseling services:

If aparentis interested in having his/her child seen by our counselor, please contact Mr. Byrneor Mr. Lewis. Students are able to ask directly to speak with our guidance counselor in a crisis situation. A student may also be referred at the recommendation of a teacher, social worker or

administrator.

Please understand that we are required to respect the rights and privacy of our students and families; as aresult, all information and counseling services are confidential and cannot be shared (except in instancesrequired by law).


22/38



21

2010-2011 ACADEMIC CALENDAR &

SCHEDULE

2011 - 2012 KIPP AMP Calendar

SEP 6 First Day of School

23 No School

29 - 30 Rosh Hashanah (No School)

OCT 7 Q1 Progress Reports Distributed to Parents

15 Saturday School

10 Columbus Day (No School)

19 Half Day - School Dismisses at 1:00 pm

NOV 4 No School

5 Saturday School10 Q1 Report Card/Parent-Teacher Conference Night

Half Day - School Dismisses at 1:00 pm

11 Veterans Day (SCHOOL IS IN SESSION)


21 - 25 Thanksgiving Break (No School)

DEC 9 No School


16 Q2 Progress Reports Distributed to Parents

Dec 23 - Jan 2 Winter Break (No School)

JAN3 2012 - 2013 Lottery Opens & Student Recruitment

Begins

7 Saturday School

16 Martin Luther King Day (No School)

26 Q2 Report Card/Parent-Teacher Conference NightHalf Day - School Dismisses at 1:00 pm

27 No School


23/38



22

2011 - 2012 KIPP AMP Calendar

FEB 4 Saturday School


20 - 24 Mid-Winter Break (No School)

MAR 9 Q3 Progress Reports Distributed to Parents

10 Saturday School

16 No School

APR 4 AMP LotteryQ3 Report Card/Parent-Teacher Conference Night

Half Day - School Dismisses at 1:00 pm5 No School

6 - 13 Spring Break (No School)

17-18 New York State English & Language Arts Exam

23-24 New York State Math Exam


28 Saturday School

MAY 12 Saturday School

28 Memorial Day30 Grade 8 State Science Performance Test

JUN 4 Half Day - School Dismisses at 1:00 pm

5 - 13 Finals

21 - 22 Report Card Distribution to Parents

22 Last Day of School

JULY 2012 SUMMER SCHOOL DATES

JULY 9JULY 27, 8:001:30 pm


24/38



23

A QUICK GLANCE CALENDAR BY CATEGORY

A) SATURDAY SCHOOL DAYSOctober 15, 2011November 5, 2011January 7, 2012

February 4, 2012March 10, 2012April 28, 2012May 12, 2012

B) HALF DAYS (1:00 DISMISSAL)October 19, 2011November 10, 2011 (Report Card Night)November 16, 2011December 14, 2011January 26, 2012 (Report Card Night)February 8, 2012

April 4, 2012 (Report Card Night)April 18, 2012June 4, 2012

C) STUDENTS & STAFF HOLIDAYSRosh Hashanah September 2930, 2011Columbus Day October 10, 2011Thanksgiving Recess November 2125, 2011Winter Recess December 23, 2011January 2, 2012MLK Day January 16, 2012Mid-Winter Break February 2024, 2012Spring Recess April 6 - April 13, 2012

Memorial Day May 28, 2012

D) SCHOOL CLOSED FOR STUDENTS ONLY (STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAYS)September 23, 2011November 4, 2011December 9, 2011January 27, 2011March 16, 2011April 5, 2011

E) REPORT CARD NIGHTSNovember 10, 2011 (Half Day for Students)

January 26, 2012 (Half day for Students)April 4, 2012 (Half day for Students)June 21-22, 2012 (Distribution of Cards only, meetings must be scheduled individually)


25/38



24

SCHOOL SCHEDULEStarting in September, all students will start school at 7:25am and will remain until classes are dismissedat 4 pm, Monday through Thursday. Friday dismissal will be at 2:30PM. When applicable, the Saturdayschedule will be from 9am to 1pm. After school detention, tutoring, and extracurricular activities arescheduled during the 4 pm to 5 pm time period.

Below is a sample of your childs daily schedule.

SAMPLE OF A KIPPSTERS DAILY SCHEDULE

7:00 AM - 7:20 AM (Breakfast)

7:25 AM - 8:00 AM (Morning Homeroom)Students work independently and cooperatively on math, reading, logic, and critical thinking skillsthrough a variety of problem-solving activities.

8:00 AM - 3:40 PM (Core Academic Subjects)Students are engaged in the standard curriculum areas of reading, writing, math, science, arts, and socialstudies. During this time, students will also have a lunch period.

3:40 PM - 4:00 PM (Afternoon Homeroom)Students work independently and cooperatively on math, reading, logic, and critical thinking skillsthrough a variety of problem-solving activities.

4:00 PM5:00 PM (Tutoring /Extracurricular Activities/ Sports/Detention)Students may stay after school for homework help, tutoring, sports, etc. from 4:00 through 5:00 pmMonday through Thursday.

SCHOOL CLOSINGS (BAD WEATHER)If the NYC public schools close due to bad weather, KIPP AMP Academy is closed. Listen to the radio

(e.g. 1010 WINS news) or television for the announcement closings/delays of NYC Public Schools. Youcan also check the Department of Education website (http://schools.nyc.gov).

SUMMER SCHOOLSummer school is a critical time to get a head start on the coming school year. As a result, all students atKIPP AMP Academy must attend school during the summer. Please contact Mr. Lewis, Principal, withconcerns.

SATURDAY SCHOOLOn appropriate Saturdays, all KIPP AMP Academy students are expected to attend Saturday school from9:00-1:00PM. Unless otherwise specified, students must continue to follow the standard KIPP Academydress code on Saturdays.
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]


26/38



25

VOLUNTARY AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIESSome students may be invited to remain after-school (after 4:00pm) to participate in tutoring, sports orother after-school activities. Students can only remain at school until 5:00pm with explicit permissionfrom parents, with the exception of students that are required to stay for detention.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETINGSKIPP AMP board meetings are open to the public. For times and location, please call the school.


27/38



26

ACADEMICS - WORK HARD

HOMEWORKStudents have homework in every class, every night. Additionally, students must read for 30 minutes at

home, in their independent reading book every night. Homework must be completed before it is due.Students will not be allowed to complete homework during morning homeroom. No student is excusedfrom any assignment without the permission of his or her teacher prior to the due date. If a studentdiscovers that s/he will be unable to complete an assignment, s/he must contact the teacher by phone nolater than the night before it is due. If the student is unable to contact their teacher for some reason, s/hemust bring a written note from their parents/guardians. This note and communication will not necessarilyexcuse the tardy assignment but it shows a responsible attitude toward assigned work.

KEY HOMEWORK POINTSThere are many points we review with students. Below are some of the consistent messages we send toour KIPPsters as we reinforce the importance of homework. Please review with your child and continueto reinforce accurate, thorough and timely completion of homework. As always students can call teacherswith homework questions. Incomplete homework assignments or assignments the student cannot find at the moment the

assignment is asked for by the teacher will all be considered incomplete, and students will notreceive credit for them until they make them up.

Students have 3 days to make up missing homework assignments. Each day the student willreceive a 25% deduction for late work. After three days the student will receive a zero on theassignment.

MAKE-UP WORK ON DAYS STUDENT IS ABSENTStudents who are absent are expected to call individual teachers to find out their assignments and make upthe homework when they return to school. Students have one day without penalty for each day ofabsence (for example, a student who has been absent two days would have two days to make up the workwithout penalty). All missed, incomplete or incorrect work must be completed. It is the studentsresponsibility to check with each of his/her teachers to make sure s/he is aware of all assignments. Whena student is absent, all late, incomplete, or missing assignments must be made up within the timeframespecified by the teacher.

PARENT SIGNATURE ON TESTS/PAYCHECKParents are expected to sign all graded tests and weekly paychecks.

CHEATING/PLAGIARISMCheating is a serious offense. Ifa student copies another students work or if a student gives anotherstudent his/her work, it is considered cheating, and the student will receive and immediate 0 for that

specific assignment and will not receive higher than an N on their conduct grade on that quarters reportcard. Additional consequences may also apply as appropriate.

Plagiarisminvolves the stealing of someone elses ideas or words as ones own or the imitation of thelanguage, ideas, and thoughts of another author (or person) and then passing them off as their ownoriginal work. If a student plagiarized and forges a signature, this is also considered academic dishonesty.Any student who plagiarizes will receive an immediate 0 for that specific assignment and will not receivehigher than an N on their conduct grade. Additional consequences may also apply as appropriate.


28/38



27

REPORT CARDS AND GRADINGReport cards will be issued four times per year. Progress reports will be provided to parents at the mid-point of each quarter to update them on their childs academic progress (see calendar on page 21 forspecific nights). Progress reports provide a picture of a students academic performance based onassignments and assessments administered in a given period.

The grading system for report cards is as follows:

ACADEMIC GRADE SCALE

90100 = A8089 = B7079 = CBelow 70 = Failing

CONDUCT GRADE SCALE

E = ExcellentG = GoodS = SatisfactoryN = Needs ImprovementU = Unsatisfactory

METHODS OF ASSESSING FOR ACADEMIC GRADESBelow are possible assessments that are used to measure academic progress.

Exams (weekly tests/quizzes, unit tests) Written Responses Extended Responses (Labs, Essays) Oral Presentations (oral reports, speeches) Group Work/Projects Class work Homework

Portfolios Student Self-Assessment Peer Reviews Conferencing Journals/Learning Logs Meeting Reading Goals Student-Self Assessing

Informal Observations (reflected in someform of documentation by teacher)

Formal Observation (using criteria list)

PROMOTION TO THE NEXT GRADEStudents may be retained in their grade at the end of the year for any one of, or combination of, the

following factors:

Failure to meet academic standards of readiness for the next grade: Students who fail (earn below70%) in a core subject (Reading, Writing, Math, Nonfiction Studies, Social Studies, Science) maybe retained. Students who fail either the reading or math standardized test at the end of the yearmay be retained as well.

Failure to meet adequate standards of attendance and lateness: Students who miss more than 10days of school may be retained. Please note that every 3 days late counts as one day absent.

Failure to meet behavioral standards of readiness for the next grade level: Students whosebehavior has not shown adequate growth or improvement, or is not at a sufficient level, may beretained.

Failure to meet grade reading and book comprehension goals: Students who fail to meettheir grades reading and comprehension goals may also be retained.


29/38



28

STANDARDIZED TESTINGKIPP AMP Academy administers the New York State 5th Grade Social Studies Exam (Nov.),English/Language Arts Exam in all grades (April), Math Exam in all grades (April), 8th Grade ScienceExam (May) and Social Studies Exam (June), 8th Grade Earth Science Regents (June) and 8th Grade MathRegents Exams (June). These exams give teachers information about students so that they can effectivelydesign instruction to meet particular student needs, and clearly demonstrate the academic achievement ofstudents. Once a year, the school will share the school-wide results of these tests. These test results are

also used as part of your childs academic portfolio when determining promotion status.

SPECIAL EDUCATIONIf your child has an IEP or 504, please make sure that the school has the most recent copy. Forstudents who have Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or 504 Accommodations, staff will provide thesupport to meet needs. Such services may include the following:

Testing modifications such as extended time, separate location, and/or questions readaloud

Counseling Speech therapy Occupational therapy Physical therapy and/or accommodations Any other related special education services mandated by an IEP or 504

AccommodationsIn the event that KIPP Academy cannot provide the necessary support for a student, you will receive aphone call and a meeting will be setup with you to discuss potential next steps. If you have any questionsregarding special education or the referral process,please contact your childs respective LearningSpecialist or the Deans of Teaching & Learning.

Jonathan McIntosh, 7th & 8th Grade Learning SpecialistShaka Phillips, 6th Grade Learning SpecialistFrank Ribeiro, 5th Grade Learning Specialist

Elizabeth Raji-Greig, Dean of Teaching & LearningAutumn Zangrilli, Dean of Teaching & Learning


30/38



29

CAPOEIRA AT KIPP AMPWHY CAPOEIRA?Capoeira and KIPP AMP share the 3Ds ofdiscipline, desire and dedication. Capoeira fits perfectly with our planto foster strong character, mind, body, soul and spirit within our students. The journey of capoeira is life-long, as isthe journey of personal growth and education. Through these journeys our students will become more aware ofthemselves and their connection to the world. Through capoeira we will stress positive development in the areas of

self-image, peer interaction, goal-setting, and global citizenship.

BATIZADOAt the end of each school year students will participate in a capoeira graduation, called a batizado. A batizado is acelebration of students achievements and hard work in capoeira throughout the year. If students have shownexceptional growth in all relevant areas of their capoeira training, they will be eligible to receive a (new) coloredcord. Although the majority of students will be involved in the capoeira batizado as participants, it is the tradition incapoeira that only a select few will receive cords each year. As students progress through the cord system, itbecomes a longer and more difficult process to earn the next cord; it may be the case that students stay at a givencord level for multiple years before progressing to the next cord level.

CORD SYSTEMA cord in capoeira is the equivalent of a belt in Asian martial arts. From 5 th to 8th grade, students progress in cordswith the following colors: white, yellow, orange, blue, green, and purple. Students are not guaranteed to receive acolored cord every year; actually, it is more common that they do not. Cords cannot be purchased, only earned.(Colored) cords can also be taken from students who fail to meet behavior or other requirements, or demonstratelack of respect for fellow students and/or teachers. White cords are given when students receive their first pair ofabadas, unless they are not available at the time. When this is the case the drawstring on the abadas should beutilized. Like abadas, cords are shipped to KIPP from Brazil several times through the school year. Cord levels areclosely correlated to students capoeira grades (see below).

*KIPP AMP Capoeira follows the standards and traditions of Capoeira Luanda under the leadership of Mestre Jelon Vieira.


31/38



30

KIPP AMP PAYCHECK SYSTEM

Mission:The mission of our paycheck system is to support teachers by providing a sustainable management tooland documentation system that holds students accountable for their decisions and their behavior whileserving as a tool for weekly communication with families.

Protocol:

Homeroom teachers are responsible for giving their class a Paycheck Tracker each day in AMHomeroom.

One student should be assigned as the Paycheck Tracker Monitor. This student is responsible forcollecting the Paycheck Tracker from the teacher at the end of each period, carrying it to theirnext class, and giving the Paycheck Tracker to the next teacher.

The Paycheck Tracker will travel with each class for the day and will be collected by thehomeroom teacher at the end of each day.

Teachers should document paycheck trackers as behaviors warranting debits or credits occur. Atno time should a student be in charge of documenting paychecks as this takes away from theseverity and integrity of the system.

Teachers will acknowledge students through positive narration verses public paycheckannouncements alone.

General Guidelines:

During the week, the students paycheck should reflect their ability to exceed our expectations asthey relate to the following character traits:o Social IntelligenceAn awareness of environment, appropriate interactions, and a general

enthusiasm for sharing ideaso Bravery An ability to be honest with adults and peers about shortcomings and performs

in large/uncomfortable settingso KindnessA considerate act for another person; displays sharing and caring for otherso Self-ControlRefraining from unwelcome or disruptive behavior; maintaining appropriate

behavior despite distractionso CitizenshipShowing pride in our school and surrounding community; sticking up for

otherso GritWorking hard and never giving upo ZestBeing truthful yet polite and sincerely reflective and communicative about selfo Love of LearningMature decisions and actions in the effort to learn, without promptingo LeadershipTaking care of duties: tasks, academics and behavior

All students start each week with $0 on their paycheck. Students earn $10 for every day that they arrive to school on time and $5 for every day that they

arrive to school late.

Credits should only be awarded in $1 increments. For example, a student should not receive,Kindness x4.

Debits should be given as $1 only (with the exception of DR, MO and ADA). Students should notreceive Talking X2.

DR should reflect a $3 debit and should be used prior to any MO, which is a $5 debit. MO on the paycheck will result in a parent phone call and immediate detention. Students who receive a paycheck of $35 or less for the week will have lunch detention the

following week.


32/38



31

o 5th graders will serve 2 days of lunch detention (Monday & Tuesday)o 6th graders will serve 3 days of lunch detention (MondayWednesday)o 7th graders will serve 4 days of lunch detention (MondayThursday) with the option to

earn out for good behavioro 8th graders will serve 5 days of lunch detention (MondayFriday) with the option to earn

out for good behavior

Paycheck averages will also be used as one major factor in determining participation on field trips(including the year-end field trip) as well as school privileges.

Printing and Distributing Paychecks:

Paychecks will be issued every Friday for the paycheck week, which will be from Friday toThursday.

Every homeroom teacher is responsible for inputting the data from their class Paycheck Trackersinto the school-wide Paycheck document and emailing that document to the Office Manager byThursday night of each week.

The Office Manager will print weekly paychecks for students on Friday morning and distributethem to homeroom teachers to be given out to students during the day.

Students must bring paychecks home, review them with their parents, have their parents signthem, and bring them back to school on Monday.

Homeroom teachers should check for a parent signature on Monday in Thinking Skills. Studentswho do not have their paychecks signed should receive a documents debit on their currentpaycheck and a reminder phone call should be made to the parent/guardian by the homeroomteacher


33/38



32

Credits: Below you will find a list of our credits as seen on paychecks.

Credits Code Amount

Beyond Z - Social Intelligence ZSI $ 1.00

Beyond Z - Bravery ZB $ 1.00

Beyond Z - Kindness ZK $ 1.00

Beyond Z - Self-Control ZSC $ 1.00

Beyond Z - Citizenship ZC $ 1.00

Beyond ZGrit ZG $ 1.00

Beyond ZZest ZZ $ 1.00

Beyond ZLove of Learning ZLL $ 1.00

Beyond ZLeadership ZL $ 1.00

BEYOND

Z

The general definition of thecharacter trait we see exhibited in

class.

Student actions that lead to Beyond Zs, if and only if,the actions are CONSISTENT or ABOVE AND

BEYOND THE EXPECTATION.

SOCIAL

INTELLIGENCE

Student listens when others talk,both in groups and in class.Student incorporates or buildsoffthe ideas of others. Student isaware and sensitive of othersfeelings

Applying skills to the world Cleaning up after others in public venues Speaking appropriately while others work (In

class/Hallways)

Giving feedback without prompting Actively listening Humor without making fun of others Saying sorry, when wrong Acting differently in different spaces

BRAVE

RY

Student consistently stands up forother students. Student

speaks/performs in uncomfortablesettings. Student is honest abouthis/her shortcomings with otherstudents/teachers.

Being honest about shortcomings Being articulate with questions/answers in public

forums Admitting mistakes and making changes Standing up for others or for your beliefs in

opposition to popular sentiment

KINDNESS

Student consistently orunexpectedly comforts others,with kind words, gestures, sharing.Student shows love to variousstudents without very littleprerequisite.

PETSYs all the time Sharing with others Positive comments about others Speaking appropriately while others work Cleaning up after others Comforting others with smiles/laughter etc.

SELF

CONTROL

Student almost never displaysdisruptive behavior during class.Student is on task despitedistractions. Student showssignificant improvement incurbing a previously chronicnegative behavior.

Assigning yourself On-task despite distractions Sitting up to focus in class Improvement on self-control Improvement with bad habits Meeting every expectation


34/38



33

ZEST

Student consistently has a positivedemeanor. Student is often excitedabout school, work and activity.Student is seen smiling or havingpositive energy often.

On task despite distractions Improvement with any bad habit Being excited to participate Articulate with explanations/questions Assigning yourselfgetting right to work A burst of positive energy consistently Participating often Smiling or not frowning consistently Upbeat demeanor

LOVEOF

LEARNING

Student always/unexpectedly andexceptionally participates, beginswork with and actively looks foropportunities to gain knowledge.Student asks lots of questions and isvery curious about the nature ofalmost anything.

Seeking extra work Applying skills to the world Participating often Completing difficult assignments Being articulate with explanations/questions Improvement with a bad habit

LEADERS

HIP

Student consistently fulfillsresponsibilities: i.e. missing classwork, assignments. Student models

Student behavior in all settingswithout much recognition orprompting.

Assigning yourself-getting right to work Meeting every expectation On task despite distractions Correcting others appropriately Being articulate with explanations/questions Sharing Modeling all aspects of SSLANT Applying skills to the world

CITIZENSHIP

Student consistently or withoutprompting offers help for thebenefit of the entire community oraides students who have beenabsent. Student often attempts tobe fair.

Being honest about a class disruption andaccountable to team

Applying skills to the world Sharing with other students Tracking the speaker Cleaning up after yourself Assigning yourself

GRIT

Student consistently orunexpectedly persists throughpersonally challenging tasks.

Assigning yourself Meeting every expectation Following a series of directions On task despite distractions Completing difficult assignments Sitting up, everyday/every class Improvement with a bad habit Tracking the speaker Maintaining a positive demeanor: Smiling/Being

positive

Re-doing or improving work Refusing to give up despite initial failure,

difficulties, or setbacks


35/38



34

Debits: Below you will find a list of our debits as seen on paychecks:

Debits Code Amount

KIPP: AMP Documents KD $ (1.00)

Not Following Directions ND $ (1.00)

Talking out of Turn, Calling Out T $ (1.00)

Dress Code Violation DC $ (1.00)Unprepared for Class UP $ (1.00)

Homework Not Completed H $ (1.00)

Lacking Effort LE $ (1.00)

Prohibited Food, Gum and Beverage P $ (1.00)

Negative Comment NC $ (1.00)

Disregard for others DR $ (3.00)

Major Offense MO $ (5.00)

Administrative Disciplinary Action ADA $ (10.00)

KIPP: AMPDocuments

KIPP AMP documents that must be signed are not signed or have beenlost.

This includes the weekly paycheck signature.Not Following

Directions

Student does not follow directions in a timely manner or at all withoutmalicious intent

Student is not following directions due to a lack of focus or effort.Talking out of

Turn

Student interrupts another speaker. Student calls out in class while ateacher is instructing.

Dress Code

Violation

Student does not adhere to the KIPP: AMP Academy dress codei.e.,lacking proper shoes, belt or KIPP shirt. Student does not have shirt

tucked in or has on inappropriate accessories, (earrings, necklaces, scarves,

etc.), writings on body/clothing or allows pants to sag.

Unprepared

for Class Student does not have a sharpened pencil, loose leaf paper and/or other

required materials.

Lacking Effort Student does not complete work when given ample time and support.

Student refuses to participate in class.

Prohibited

food, gum and

beverage

Student is eating or possesses gum, candy, sunflower seeds and any otherunauthorized food. Student is drinking or possesses any beverage other

than water.

Negative

Comment

Student talks about students, staff, adults or events using negativelanguage: put-downs about appearance or work, saying, shut-up to a

person, serious slurs and profanity (Serious slurs and profanity should bedocumented and referred to administration).

Disregard for

others

Student does not pick up after him/herself. Student does not track the speaker. Student yells at others. Student addresses others with an attitude. Student

laughs at others.

Student displays inappropriate gestures: i.e. repeatedly sucking teeth,


36/38



35

rolling eyes, or refusing to look in the direction of a speaker, as well as onetime instances of extreme inappropriate gesturing such as: giving themiddle finger or some equivalent, silently mouthing curse words andmiming lewd acts (sexual or violent).

Student does not modify behavior after multiple warnings/previous debits Talking while the teacher is teaching (Direct Instruction). Inappropriately confronting another student verbally during class time

(saying Shut-up) Distracting fellow students via hand gestures and getting out of seat

repeatedly.

Distracting fellow students by talking during Independent Practice (Non-academic related comments).

Name calling and confrontations during class time: Malicious commentsabout othersnon-mutual joke: i.e., youre stupid, ugly, poor, ghetto.

Making fun of someones dress or appearance (even if its a mutual jokeit shouldnt be allowed).

Confronting another student publicly.

Major Offense

Blatant defiance. Refusing to complete work during the entire class. Profanity. Loud/major disruption repeatedly in class. Any DR infraction that has been noted and persists. Not showing up or refusing to serve lunch BT. Cutting class. Engaging in a verbal altercation with another student in the middle of

class.

Insubordination - Refusing to comply with directions after multiplerequests and other moves.

Administrative

DisciplinaryAction

Student walks out of the room without permission. Student is sent out of class and referred to the Dean. Anytime a student is receives an in-or-out of school suspensionthe leadteacher in the occurrence should document the incident as ADA on the

paycheck tracker.


37/38



36

CODES OF CONDUCT

OVERVIEWThe foundation of disciplinary procedures for KIPP AMP has been the Commitment to Excellence Form,

the paycheck system (see page 30 for full details), and the strong relationships between parents, teachers,and children.

CODES OF CONDUCT & DISCIPLINEStudents will be assigned to lunch detention if they earn a paycheck of $35 or less for the previous week(see page 30 for additional detail). Students in lunch detention will NOT go downstairs to the cafeteria toeat lunch with their classmates. They will remain upstairs and a lunch will be delivered to them.Students may be assigned after school detention during the school day by any member of the KIPP AMPstaff. While detention assignments are at the discretion of staff members, there are two specific ways thata student will automatically be assigned to after school detention:

They are sent out of class or must be removed from class. They commit a serious offense: blatant defiance, refusing to complete work during class, using

profanity, loud or major disruption repeatedly in class, cutting class, engaging in a verbalaltercation with another student in the middle of class, refusing to comply with directions aftermultiple requests, etc.

The following conduct, as listed below, may result in suspension, whether it occurs on school site, in thevicinity of the school, on field trips, on any school sponsored activity, or on school buses. Suspensionmay be short-term or long-term, in school or out-of-school depending on the severity of the offense andwhether or not the student has previously been suspended for the same offense. This list includes, but isnot limited to:

Assault of fellow student Endangering the physical safety of another by

the use of force or threats of force that placethe victim in fear of bodily injury

Conduct which disrupts school or classroomactivity

Conduct which endangers or threatens toendanger the health, safety, welfare, or moralsof others

Insubordination and other forms ofdisrespectful behavior

Failure to comply with school and classroomrules

Failure to comply with disciplinaryconsequences

Cheating on quizzes, exams, or plagiarism Use of forged notes or excuses

Theft, or attempted theft, or possession ofproperty known by the student to be stolen

Extortion Gambling Abuse of school property or equipment Obscene or abusive language or gestures Verbal or