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What is “short-term” Independent Study?

When a student misses school due to absence, he/she is required to complete assigned make-up work.  When the absence exceeds more than one day, the makeup work becomes part of a short-term Independent Study process. In the event that your child is absent for two or more consecutive days, request an Independent Study packet from the front office at your child’s campus.  Completing Independent Study work, filling out the appropriate forms provided by the office, & turning it in is mandatory for all families.

 

What is “long-term” Independent Study?

Independent Study is an optional educational program, available to all of the state’s K-12 public school students. Students enrolled in an Independent Study program typically complete their studies under the direction of their parent in the home environment. ILCS commits to provide the highest quality instruction and guidance to families who desire to educate their student from home.

 

What is PACE?

PACE stands for Pupil Acceleration for Continued Excellence. ILCS believes that students should have a love for learning and that love should be promoted and fostered in their daily academic life. As part of our belief in individualizing education, we have developed the PACE program. During language arts and math periods, PACE students will have the opportunity to move into their appropriate leveled classroom. Students who demonstrate the ability to function at a higher level in these subjects will be accelerated throughout the year.  This acceleration will only take place with teacher recommendation, and permission from the parent.

 

What is the Dress to Success (dress code) policy?

Click here for the Board Policy

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Here is a link to the Lands' End site where we have suggested dress code attire. 

https://www.landsend.com/shop/school/S-ytp-xe8?schoolStoreNum=900176694&grade=6&gender=1

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What is Success Academy?

All Kindergarten through 6th-grade teachers offers Success Academy sessions for students who need additional support in academics. Our goal with the academy is to offer sessions that include skills to be proactive and effective in school and in life. Placement in Success Academy is up to each teacher’s discretion, & when requested, attendance in the program is required. 

 

What is the Electives program?

Our electives program is an optional, after school, program available to all Kindergarten through 8th-grade students. The program offers classes in foreign languages, athletics, the arts, culinary skills, martial arts, technology, and more. Electives run throughout the year in 2 separate sessions (Session A & Session B). Many electives offered are free, but others vary in cost & are usually paid to the instructor in charge of the class.

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To express interest in elective classes, families must sign up for potential placement in classes, which is followed by verification in class placement (some classes fill to capacity). After placement is given, a waitlist is offered.  The waitlist allows students priority to enter classes that are full, pending a seat becomes available.  

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What is ExL?

Extended Learning (ExL) is a state funded enrichment program that is offered at ILCS before and after school.  The goal is to provide novel, engaging, and fun learning opportunities that students may not experience in the classroom on a regular basis.  There are core aspects of ExL including support for homework, new enrichment activities, physical activities, and a time for snack.  ExL is offered before and after school.  At YBC, our ExL program opens at 6:45am and concludes at 3:45pm.  At CSC, ExL begins at 7:00am and ends at 4:00pm.  ExL is offered to unduplicated students including those who are English Language Learners, to students who receive free/reduced meals, and to foster/homeless students. 

 

What is SCAT (Student Contract Accountability Team)?

ILCS will initiate a Student Contract Accountability Team meeting with students and parents who demonstrate inconsistent attendance or other issues that breach the school contract. Parents will be required to attend a mandatory meeting with the school director, board members, administration, & teachers to discuss resolutions and develop an action plan. In the event that the student's attendance or behavior does not improve, the issue may be referred by the director to the ILCS Board in closed session to discuss whether the student will be allowed to continue enrollment at the school.

 

What is Parent Square?

Parent Square is an automated system for email, posts, & announcements to communicate with parents & guardians. If you do not have email, please inform the office so that we can make alternate arrangements to communicate with you. Remember to update the office immediately if any pertinent information (phone number, email or address) changes at any time.

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