K-12 Policy Spot Check

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What is the purpose of the letter from the school required for students in grades 5-12 to receive a computer?

To state that a computer is required as part of the school-wide curriculum or daily instruction (correct)

To confirm a student's enrollment in a particular class

To provide a recommendation for a student

To provide information about a student's personal project

Who is responsible for the expenses, including damage and replacement costs, for computers provided to students?

The parent/legal guardian (correct)

The Center for Student Success and Services

The student

The school

How long must a student wait before being eligible to receive another computer from the Center for Student Success and Services?

10 years

5 years (correct)

7 years

3 years

What is the maximum amount that the Center for Student Success and Services will spend on a computer and printer for a student?

$1,200 Signup and view all the answers

Why would a computer not be covered by the Center for Student Success and Services?

It's required for a particular assignment Signup and view all the answers

What type of account is the parent/legal guardian responsible for if required for the computer?

i-Tunes account Signup and view all the answers

Who purchases the computer for students in grades 5-12?

The Center for Student Success and Services Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for the letter from the school to be valid?

It must be on school letterhead Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum allowable number of unexcused absences for each school year?

10 days Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a student is suspended or expelled from the bus/transportation?

The parent/legal guardian will be responsible for providing transportation to and from school Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of truancy on future eligibility for the private school scholarship?

Affects future eligibility for the private school scholarship Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a violation on the bus?

Eating or drinking on the bus Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of repeated violations on the bus?

Bus suspension for the remainder of the school year Signup and view all the answers

What must students who receive the scholarship adhere to?

Their school's Code of Conduct Signup and view all the answers

What must the parent/legal guardian notify the Center for Student Success and Services about?

Student's suspension, expulsion, or dismissal from school Signup and view all the answers

What is the parent's responsibility if a student is dismissed or expelled from private school?

Paying for outstanding fees or payments due to the institution Signup and view all the answers

What is the student expected to comply with if they utilize transportation provided by the Center for Student Success and Services?

Transportation rules provided to the student and parent/legal guardian Signup and view all the answers

What is expected of students in terms of attendance?

Regular attendance and proper conduct Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a behavior that may result in bus suspension?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What will the K-12 Advisor do if the student is suspended, expelled, or dismissed from school while on scholarship?

Offer assistance and make a referral to appropriate Tribal department for additional assistance Signup and view all the answers

What is the student required to adhere to in addition to their school's attendance policy?

The Truancy Policy of the STOF Center for Student Success and Services Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of willful disobedience and/or open defiance of authority on the bus?

Bus suspension for the remainder of the school year Signup and view all the answers

What is denied, withdrawn or rescinded from a student who is or has been dismissed or expelled from private school?

Scholarship Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for maintaining proper conduct and compliance with all policies?

Students Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a parent/guardian to purchase a computer in lieu of receiving the unit from the Center for Student Success and Services?

Written pre-approval from the Center for Student Success and Services Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a student uses their computer in an inappropriate manner?

The computer is confiscated and the Center for Student Success and Services may refuse to provide a replacement Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence for a student who drops out of school or program within 1 semester of receiving the computer?

The student is required to repay 100% of the purchase price Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'home education program'?

The sequentially progressive instruction of a student directed by his or her parent Signup and view all the answers

What is required for parents/legal guardians who choose the home education option?

To submit a copy of the Letter of Intent form and complete a Pre-Qualifying Application for Home Education Signup and view all the answers

What is not eligible for a computer unit through the Center for Student Success and Services?

A student whose tuition is inclusive of a computer Signup and view all the answers

What must the parent/legal guardian/student sign upon receipt of the computer?

A Computer Agreement Signup and view all the answers

What is not mentioned in the content as a possible expense for a student?

Travel to school Signup and view all the answers

What happens when a student is sent home prematurely for misbehavior?

A staff member accompanies the student to the airport and remains there until the flight departs Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ensuring the student's behavior on the bus?

The student themselves Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the student arrives at their destination?

The parent/legal guardian is contacted to ensure the student arrived safely Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the school bus policy?

To ensure the safety of every student Signup and view all the answers

Who must be contacted by the K-12 Advisor when making arrangements for a student's return travel?

The parent/legal guardian Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the staff member accompanying the student to the airport?

To assist with airline check-in and accompany the student to the security check-in Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a student's departing flight is delayed?

The staff member stays in contact with the student via cell phone or text to ensure they are secure at the departure gate Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of disorderly behavior on the bus?

The student's behavior can threaten the safety of all riders by distracting the bus operator Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Attendance Requirements

Maximum allowable number of unexcused absences for each school year is 10 days.
Students receiving a STOF private school scholarship must adhere to attendance guidelines and truancy policies.
Students must adhere to attendance requirements as outlined in the Truancy Policy of the STOF Center for Student Success and Services and the school's attendance policy.
Truancy will affect future eligibility for the private school scholarship.

Student Behavior

Students are required to adhere to their school's Code of Conduct.
Parent/legal guardian must notify the Center for Student Success and Services if the student is suspended, expelled, or dismissed from school while on scholarship.
The K-12 Advisor will offer assistance and make referrals to appropriate Tribal departments for additional assistance.

Transportation/Bus Behavior

Students must comply with all transportation rules provided to the student and parent/legal guardian.
Violations will result in disciplinary action according to the Center for Student Success and Services' and/or agency's transportation policy.
If a student is suspended or expelled from the bus/transportation, the parent/legal guardian will be responsible for providing transportation to and from the school for the duration of the suspension.
Students must adhere to Center for Student Success and Services K-12 Bus Policies.
Transportation/bus violations include: • Eating or drinking on the bus • Failing to sit in the seat assigned • Disrupting, distracting, or disobeying bus staff • Failure to utilize required safety equipment on the bus • Getting out of the seat while the bus is in motion • Loud talking, inappropriate remarks, or spitting out of the bus window • Placing head, arms, or legs outside the window of the bus • Opening a school bus emergency door and/or exiting the bus when the bus is stopped • Threats against the bus operator, bus monitor, or passengers • Hitting or inappropriately touching the bus operator, bus monitor, or passengers • Profanity directed at the bus operator or bus monitor • Fighting on the bus • Smoking on the bus • Throwing objects in or out of the window of the bus • Vandalism of seats or other bus equipment • Any other egregious act

Expulsion

The Seminole Tribe of Florida Center for Student Success and Services will deny, withdraw, or rescind the scholarship from any student who is or has been dismissed or expelled from private school.
Parent/legal guardian will be responsible for any outstanding fees or payments due to the institution.

Computer Policy and Procedures

Students in grades 5-12 are eligible to receive a computer but must have a letter from their school stating that a computer is required.
Computers required by schools for students in grades 5-12 will be purchased by the Center for Student Success and Services.
The parent/legal guardian will be responsible for an i-Tunes account, damage/repair, upgrades, and replacement costs for lost units.
Students receiving a computer will not be eligible to receive another unit for five years from the date the first one is received.
The computers purchased by the Center for Student Success and Services will not exceed a purchased price of $1,200.
The parent/guardian must receive written pre-approval if requesting to purchase a computer in lieu of receiving the unit(s) purchased by the Center for Student Success and Services.
If the student's tuition is inclusive of a computer, the student is not eligible for a unit through the Center for Student Success and Services.
The parent/legal guardian/student must sign the Computer Agreement upon receipt of the unit.
If the student drops out of school or program within 1 semester (or 2 terms) of receiving the computer, the parent/guardian will be required to repay 100% of the purchase price.

Home Education Policy and Procedures

A "home education program" is the sequentially progressive instruction of a student directed by his or her parent.
Parents/legal guardians who choose the home education option must submit a copy of the Letter of Intent form to the Education Director or designee and complete a Pre-Qualifying Application for Home Education.
The Center for Student Success and Services staff member will contact the parent/legal guardian to discuss the situation and arrangements that are being made for the return travel.

School Bus Policy and Procedures

Students are responsible for their behavior and self-control on the bus and at bus stops at all times.
Disorderly students can threaten the safety of all riders by distracting the bus operator.
The driver and monitor's instructions must be followed at all times.

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This quiz covers the attendance requirements for students receiving a STOF private school scholarship, including the maximum number of unexcused absences and truancy policies.