Parent-Student Handbook 2023 Quiz

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PS Academy Arizona's mission is to enrich the lives of students with autism and other exceptionalities, both academically and socially.

True

This handbook is intended to be a contract between the school and the parents and students.

False

The Transportation Team can be contacted by emailing [email protected].

True

Is it the responsibility of the student and their family to ensure regular school attendance?

True

Can a student make up classwork and assignments for unexcused absences?

False

Will a pre-approved school-related absence be counted as an absence?

False

Is it appropriate for all students to be given homework?

False

Are students with high anxiety about academic work exempt from homework?

False

Is makeup work allowed for unexcused absences?

False

PS Academy Arizona communicates with parents through the website, Parent Portal, Facebook, and teacher email.

True

Parents can contact their student's teacher directly through text or phone calls.

False

PS Academy Arizona follows the most recent court order on file in cases where custody/visitation affects the school.

True

Suspended students are not responsible for makeup work

False

The Medical Homebound Program is only available for students with chronic illnesses

False

Parents may be cited by the court for truancy if their student is absent without excuse for 18 or more days per school year

True

Students can be released from the classroom before the regular dismissal time with a phone call from a parent/guardian.

False

Secondary students can be released between 2:30pm-2:45pm on a regular basis.

False

Students can only be released to persons authorized by the parent and those individuals specifically listed on the Emergency Information Form.

True

Specific written authorization from the parent is not required for a student to be released to anyone other than those listed on the Emergency Information Form.

False

Early dismissals count as partial absences.

True

Repeatedly dismissing a student early may result in disciplinary action.

True

The Parent & Student Handbook is not a contract between the school and the parents and students.

False

PS Academy Arizona's office hours are Monday to Friday from 7:45am to 4:00pm.

False

Students are allowed to bring and use tobacco and vape pens on school grounds.

False

The handbook includes policies on student conduct, attendance, and emergency response.

True

PS Academy Arizona's mission is to enrich the lives of students with __________ and other exceptionalities, both academically and socially.

autism

The Parent & Student Handbook is not a __________ between the school and the parents and students.

contract

PS Academy Arizona offers a safe and inclusive environment that empowers students to learn, be responsible, communicate effectively and __________.

thrive

This tool will assist students with the ______ of classroom assignments and homework

organization

Students with ______ absences are allowed the number of days missed in order to make up assignments, tests, or other work

excused

PS Academy Arizona will supply all secondary students with a school planner to allow organizational ______ to be consistently taught and used across all classes

skills

PS Academy Arizona's ______ is to enrich the lives of students with autism and other exceptionalities, both academically and socially.

mission statement

PS Academy Arizona's ______ hours are Monday-Thursday from 7:45am to 4:00pm and Friday from 7:45am to 2:00pm.

office

The Parent & Student Handbook at PS Academy Arizona includes policies on student conduct, attendance, and ______ response.

emergency

It is important that students arrive on time so that they can remain current in their studies and avoid disrupting the class upon ______.

arrival

Students who are not on campus by their respective start times must be signed in by a ______ or guardian at the front desk.

parent

Homework contributes toward building responsibility, self-discipline, and life-long learning habits. If appropriate, teachers will assign relevant, challenging, and meaningful homework assignments that prepare students for new material and reinforce classroom ______ objectives.

learning

Students will not be released on the basis of a ______ call.

telephone

Early dismissals count as ______ absences.

partial

For a student to be released to anyone other than those listed on the Emergency Information Form, the school will require specific written ______ from the parent.

authorization

Students that are repeatedly dismissed early may be referred for ______ action.

disciplinary

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE DO NOT ALLOW SECONDARY STUDENTS TO BE RELEASED BETWEEN 2:30PM-2:45PM ON A REGULAR BASIS AS IT DISRUPTS OUR DISMISSAL PROCESS AND INTERRUPTS ______.

INSTRUCTION

Students will only be released to persons ______ by the parent and those individuals specifically listed on the Emergency Information Form.

authorized

The front desk may ask for ______ from any person picking up a student.

ID

Parents must report absences by ________ in order for them to be excused.

9am

Excessive absences can greatly impact a student's ________.

grades

Any absence that is not due to personal illness, serious family illness, diagnostic testing, religious holiday, death in the family/close friend, or pre-approved family vacation is considered an ________ absence.

unexcused


Email is the best way to communicate with your student's teacher.


Intrado School Messenger is utilized for PS Academy Arizona's Alert System.


Eligibility to attend community outings and field trips is based on meeting behavior and academic expectations.

Which department should parents contact for information about tuition or fees?

Accounting Department

How can parents report an absence?

Call 480-309-4792 or email [email protected]

What is the purpose of the Parent & Student Handbook?

To inform parents and students about the school's philosophy, policies, and benefits

Who can alter or modify the policies in the Parent & Student Handbook?

Authorized management only

Which of the following is NOT included in the Parent & Student Handbook at PS Academy Arizona?

Transportation rules

What are the office hours of PS Academy Arizona?

Monday-Thursday 7:45am - 4:00pm, Friday 7:45am - 2:00pm

What is the mission of PS Academy Arizona?

To enrich the lives of students with autism and other exceptionalities, both academically and socially

Which one of these is considered an excused absence?

Personal illness

What is the consequence for habitual truancy?

Citation by the court

What is the purpose of homework according to the text?

To reinforce classroom learning objectives

What is the consequence for repeatedly being tardy?

Disciplinary action

Which of the following is NOT a method of communication utilized by PS Academy Arizona to provide information to parents?

Text message

What is the fee for replacing a lost or stolen student planner?

$15

What is the responsibility of the student and/or parent in regards to makeup work for an extended absence?

Contact teachers for makeup work

Which of the following is true about makeup work for unexcused absences?

Makeup work is not permitted

According to the Parent & Student Handbook at PS Academy Arizona, students can only be released from the classroom before the regular dismissal time when the parent/guardian or authorized person comes into the office and signs the student out. True or False?

True

What is the consequence for students who are repeatedly dismissed early without prior approval?

They will be referred for disciplinary action

What is the procedure for early pickup of students at PS Academy Arizona?

The parent/guardian or authorized person must come into the office and sign the student out

What is the consequence for parents who arrive for pick-up after 3:15pm at PS Academy Arizona?

Their student will be placed in the After School Program and a fee may be incurred

According to the Parent & Student Handbook at PS Academy Arizona, which of the following is considered specific misuse of technology?

Uploading, downloading or installing inappropriate programs, files or apps

According to the Parent & Student Handbook at PS Academy Arizona, what is the consequence for violating the no electronics policy?

Confiscation or a complete ban on bringing any personal devices on campus

According to the Parent & Student Handbook at PS Academy Arizona, what is the purpose of the no electronics policy during school hours?

To maintain a safe and supportive learning environment

According to the Parent & Student Handbook at PS Academy Arizona, what is the school's policy on discrimination?

To maintain a safe and supportive learning environment and ensure that students and staff are free from discrimination

Study Notes

Mission and Objectives

  • PS Academy Arizona's mission is to enrich the lives of students with autism and other exceptionalities, both academically and socially.

Communication

  • Parents can contact teachers directly through text or phone calls.
  • The school communicates with parents through the website, Parent Portal, Facebook, and teacher email.

Attendance

  • It is the responsibility of the student and their family to ensure regular school attendance.
  • Parents must report absences by phone or email in order for them to be excused.
  • Any absence that is not due to personal illness, serious family illness, diagnostic testing, religious holiday, death in the family/close friend, or pre-approved family vacation is considered an unexcused absence.
  • Excessive absences can greatly impact a student's academic performance.

Makeup Work

  • Students with excused absences are allowed the number of days missed to make up assignments, tests, or other work.
  • Makeup work is not allowed for unexcused absences.

Discipline

  • Repeatedly dismissing a student early may result in disciplinary action.
  • Suspended students are not responsible for makeup work.

Office Hours

  • PS Academy Arizona's office hours are Monday to Friday from 7:45am to 4:00pm.

Release of Students

  • Students can be released from the classroom before the regular dismissal time with a phone call from a parent/guardian.
  • Students can only be released to persons authorized by the parent and those individuals specifically listed on the Emergency Information Form.
  • Specific written authorization from the parent is required for a student to be released to anyone other than those listed on the Emergency Information Form.

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