Informational Packet

2015 FHS Summer School
What is the purpose of summer school?
Groton Public School offers a summer school program for Credit Recovery courses, Enrichment courses, and a limited
opportunity for advancement courses. Credit Recovery will be given first priority, followed by enrichment courses, and
advancement courses. *Specific criteria, required substantiation, and written approval from sending school
administration is needed for approval of enrollment in advancement course.
What is the instructional Delivery Model?
The Virtual Learning Academy web based instruction is the primary delivery model. A teacher will be available during
the summer school sessions and online to support students with any questions and to monitor academic progress.
Teacher will conduct daily and weekly check-ins with individual students and communicate with parents as needed to
monitor student achievement.
Where, when, and how long will classes occur?
Where: Fitch Senior High School Media Center
When: July 6, 2015 – July 31, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM to 11:00 Monday – Friday
What is the cost of summer school course(s) & payment options?
1 course
2 courses
Payment (MUST be included with registration)
1. Cash or money order
Out of District Student
$425.00
$525.00
2. Check ( payable to: Groton Public Schools)
How do I register?
Registration information can be found within the Groton Public Schools district and Fitch High School website
www.groton.k12.ct.us .
Registration options and payment options
Mail TO (with payment)
Mr. Diskin
FHS Guidance Department
101 Groton Long Point Rd.
Groton, CT 06340
Walk-in during school hours
FHS Guidance Office
Monday-Friday
Up to June 19th
7:25 – 3:00
In- Person
June 25th ------ 5:00- 7:00 PM
June 30th ------ 8:00-10:00 AM
Location: Fitch High School
Contact information: Summer School Directors
Adam Diskin
[email protected]
(860) 449-7200 x 2228
Marc Romano
[email protected]
(860) 449-7200 x 3238
2015 FHS Summer School Policy
The Fitch Senior High School handbook rules are in effect while summer school is in session. Please refer to the
website for a copy of the hand-book. Standards of dress remain the same as those during the regular school
year. Fitch Senior High school reserves the right to dismiss any student for just cause. Dismissal of a student
will result in forfeiture of tuition. Fighting, possession of weapons, and possession and/or use and/or sale of
drugs/alcohol will result in immediate dismissal from summer school. If warranted, the police department will
be contacted.
Summer school classes cover a great deal of material in a short period of time. Below are the FHS Summer
school program guidelines and expectations to support student success during the summer school sessions.
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Maximum enrollment of 2 courses per student recommended
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Students will be required to attend summer school sessions daily during assigned hours and must
complete the coursework according to teacher expectations.
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Students are required to complete 18 units to earn 1 credit per course
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All course-work must be successfully completed by July 31, 2015.
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Completion of course-work includes all online and in-class lessons / modules and other requirements.
Requirements for enrollment in Summer School courses
1. COMPLETED REGISTRATION FORMS 1-3 and 4 if Reduced pricing applies
2. REQUIRED SIGNATURES ON THE REGISTRATION FORM BY STUDENT AND PARENT IS TO SHOW THAT
BOTH HAVE REVIEWED THE SUMMER SCHOOL COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND EXPECTATIONS.
3. PAYMENT MUST BE INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION
*REINBURSEMENT: REINBURSEMENT OF SUMMER SCHOOL FEES WILL BE GRANTED PRIOR TO JULY 6, 2015
FORM 1
FITCH HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER SCHOOL
ENROLLMENT APPLICATION
ALL FORMS MUST BE COMPLETELY FILLED OUT IN ORDER TO ENROLL STUDENT IN SUMMER SCHOOL.
COMPLETE REGISTRATION PROCESS
 ENROLLMENT APPLICATION FORM 1
 COURSE SELECTION FORM 2
 ELIGIBILITY FORM 3
 PAYMENT MUST BE INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION
STUDENT INFORMATION
Name of Student: ______________________________________________________________________________
Name of Parent: _______________________________________________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________
Street
City
State
Zip
Parent Email: __________________________________ Student Email: __________________________________
Primary Phone: ________________________________ 2nd Phone: _____________________________________
Emergency Contact: _____________________________________
Phone: ______________________________
SCHOOL INFORMATION
School District: ________________________________ School Name: ___________________________________
School Guidance Counselor: _____________________________________________________________________
Phone_______________________________________ Email: _________________________________________
School address: _______________________________________________________________________________
Street
City
State
Zip
COURSE SELECTION
CHECK OFF COURSES ON FORM 2 AND CONFIRM BELOW
Course 1: ________________________________________ Course 2: ___________________________________________
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAM & POLICY
By signing below, parent/guardian and student understand and agree to the Fitch High School summer school course
requirements, expectations, and summer school policy.
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Student Signature
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Date
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Parent/Guardian Signature
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Date
FORM 2
FHS COURSE OFFERINGS
CLEARLY CHECK OFF CLASS SELECTIONS
Science (Grades 9-12)
Grade 6- 8 (ENRICHMENT OPTIONS)
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English Language Arts 180 (1 credit)*
Math 180 (1 credit)*
Science 180 (1 credit)*
Social Studies 180 (1 credit)
Spanish 180 (1/2 credit)*
ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATE COURSES CAN BE TAKEN
FOR ENRICHMENT PURPOSES
Business (Grades 9-12)
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English Language Arts I (1 credit)
English Language Arts II (1 credit)
English Language Arts III (1 credit)
English Language Arts IV (1 credit)
Greek Mythology (1/2 credit)
Poetry (1/2 credit)
Roman Mythology (1/2 credit)
Short Stories (1/2 credit)
Family and Consumer Science (Grades 9-12)
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Child Development (1/2 credit)
Family Living (1/2 credit)
Integrated Family Living (1/2 credit)
Health (Grades 9-12)
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Health (1/2 credit)
Environmental Science (1 credit)
Integrated Biology Science (1 credit)
Integrated Environmental Science (1 credit)
Integrated Physical Science (1 credit)
Integrated Science (1/2 credit)
Physical Science (1 credit)
Physics (1/2 credit)
Social Studies (Grades 9-12)
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Citizenship (1/2 credit)
Economics (1/2 credit)
Financial Literacy (1/2 credit)
Geography (1/2 credit)
Government (1/2 credit)
Psychology (1/2 credit)
Sociology (1/2 credit)
U.S. History (1 credit)
World History (1 credit)
Technology
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Computer Applications (1/2 credit)
Introduction to the Internet (1/2 credit)
Microsoft Excel 2007 (1/2 credit)**
Microsoft PowerPoint 2007 (1/2 credit)**
Microsoft Word 2007 (1/2 credit)**
Physical Education I (1/2 credit)*
Physical Education II Extreme Sports (1/2 credit)
Mathematics (Grades 9-12)
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Biology (1 credit)
Business Math (1/2 credit)
English Language Arts (Grades 9-12)
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Advanced Math (1 credit)*
AP Calculus AB (1 credit)***
Calculus (1 credit)*
CP Algebra I (1 credit)*
CP Algebra II (1 credit)*
CP Geometry (1 credit)*
Integrated Math I (1 credit)*
Integrated Math II (1 credit)*
Integrated Math III (1 credit)*
World Language (Grades 9-12)
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French I (1 credit)
French II (1 credit)
French III (1 credit)
French IV (1 credit)
Latin I (1 credit)
Spanish I (1 credit)
Spanish II (1 credit)
Spanish III (1 credit)
Spanish IV (1 credit)
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Intervention Math (1 credit)
FORM 3
FHS SUMMER SCHOOL
eligibility form
CHECK THE APPROPRIATE BOX BELOW AND PROVIDE A BRIEF EXPLANATION WITH CLASS NEEDED AND SIGNED BY
COUNSELOR/ADMINISTRATOR FROM SENDING SCHOOL.
CREDIT RECOVERY COURSE
ENRICHMENT COURSE
CREDIT ADVANCEMENT COURSE
*specific plan of study must be in place
Explanation: course(s) needed and why
HOME SCHOOL INFORMATION: Please provide address/contact information
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Guidance counselor/administrator Signature
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Date