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http://ranchoviejo.hemetusd.org/

Rancho Viejo Middle School

985 N. Cawston Avenue, Hemet, CA 92545

(951) 765-6287

Fax: (951) 925-5244

Web Site: http://ranchoviejo.hemetusd.org/

OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.

SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION:

JONATHON WORKMAN.…..…………….………………….……………………….....PRINCIPAL

STEVEN MACK …...………..…………………………..……………….. ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

JASON LUNA …………………….……..…….....................ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

COUNSELORS:

DAVE KIRKENDALL …………………..………..………………………….…...8th

/7th

Grade(A-L)

CHELSEY HALLBERG…………………………..………………………………...6th

/7th

Grade(M-Z)

GABRIEL FABIAN ……………………………………………….….SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

GINA CAPPOCHI ………………………………………………………….SPEECH THERAPIST

OFFICE STAFF:

CLAUDIA JAUREGUI……………………………………….……….. ……… OFFICE MANAGER

ENRIQUETA ARMENTA…..………………………….………..………………….....SECRETARY

INDIA CASTRO………………………………………………….……. ….ATTENDANCE CLERK

CARYN MILLER. …………… ………………………………….…………..………….….CLERK

SONYA RODRIGUEZ…………………………………………………………..…….……...CLERK

LEE JONES…………………..……………………….………….………. ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR

SANDRA GARCIA-CLARK ……………………..…………………..... ACTIVITIES ASSISTANT

STAR STEVENSON………….…………………………….………...…LIBRARIAN TECHNICIAN

VICTORIA BREMNER…...……….………………………..………………HEALTH TECHNICIAN

ANNETTE BRATISAX….…….……………………………...….………... CAMPUS SUPERVISOR

CHAUN COTTRELL………..…..…………….………..…….…………… CAMPUS SUPERVISOR

MARIBEL GOMEZ…………… …………………..……..………..…..…...CAMPUS SUPERVISOR

DANA GRAVETTE-HUSTON …………………………….…..…………..CAMPUS SUPERVISOR

PATTY LEMON……………………………………………….…………….CAMPUS SUPERVISOR

ROBERT OHRT… ….…………………………………………….………..CAMPUS SUPERVISOR

SEAN GARDNER…….…………………………………….………….……….HEAD CUSTODIAN

CYNTHIA RICHARDSON….…..……………………………….………….CAFETERIA MANAGER

JORDYN HEIER.........………………………………………………….……….SITE FACILITATOR


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Table of Contents

Staff List……….…………………………………………………………..Page 2

Principal’s Welcome Letter………………………………………..……..Page 5

Bell Schedule 15-16…………………………………………………….….Page 6

Mission Statement & Calendar…………………………………………..Page 7

Grading information……………………………………………………...Page 7

Fall 2014 Semester

Spring 2015 Semester

Grading Scale

Progress/ Grade Reports to Parents

Student Led Conferences

Homework Policy

Homework Requests

Supplies (or Scheduling)

Scheduling……………………………………………………………….Page 9

Class Adds/Drops

Honor Classes

Accelerated Reader Program (AR)

RVMS Advisory Program

Rancho Rewards………………………………………………………...Page 9

Ongoing Incentives

Attendance Awards

End of the Year Awards

Rancho Viejo Student Activities……………………………………….Page 10

ASB

After school and Athletic programs

Criteria for participating in after school athletics

Parent/Community Support Groups…………………………….……Page 10

English Language Advisory Committee, (ELAC)

Parent-Teacher-Student-Association,(PTSA)

Parent Engagement Leadership Initiative (PELI)

School Site Council

WATCH D.O.G.S.

Rancho Viejo Student Services………………………………………..Page 10

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Buses / Transportation

Bicycles / Skateboards/Scooters/Rollerblades/skates

Cafeteria

Health

Counseling Services

Library /Media Center

Technology/Computer

Textbooks

General Policies and Procedures………………………………….…Page 11

Accidents/Injuries

Insurance

Lost and found

Personal belongings

Cell phones / Electronic Devices

Change of Address

Transfer to another school

Closed campus

Visitors

Emergencies/deliveries

Complaint procedures

Fire / Disaster Drills

Discipline…………………………………………………………..….Page 13

Clean Campus

Gang activities

Code of Conduct

Student Problem Resolution Process

Behavior Expectations

Tobacco Free School District Policy

Search and Seizure

Suspensions and Expulsions

Dress Code

Attendance

Communication………………………………………………….…..Page 22

Aeries Parent Portal

Parent Newsletters

Parent Link

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RVMS website

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June 2, 2015

Dear Students and Parents:

The Industrial Revolution, Abolitionist Movement, Women’s Suffrage, Civil Rights, Tech Revolution, all were

history shaping moments that began with a courageous leap of faith. As we move into the 2015-2016 school year

what will the legacy of your movement this year be? All movements begin with a clearly defined mission, vision and

goals. Our mission together will be to close the achievement gap by providing every student a comprehensive

education that prepares them for future learning and success in a global society. Achievement can be defined in

many ways, the first of which is movement toward academic excellence on the California State Standards.

The philosopher Horace wrote, “No man ever reached to excellence in any one art or profession without having

passed through the slow and painful process of study and preparation.” Academic rigor is evident throughout each

classroom. As an AVID National Demonstration School, we focus on critical reading, writing, and thinking to

support the learning process in all subject areas. All of our students are taught to read, write, and discuss with

purpose so that they are prepared to close the achievement gap on standardized testing. While academics play a

critical role in closing the achievement gap, we believe in a comprehensive approach to education that does not

define students by test scores alone.

What was your favorite part of the day as a middle school student? As a young man I loved my art classes because

we always made gifts for our family out of clay. I still remember how excited my mother would get with those gifts.

Today students can engage in school through the fine arts, social/emotional education, team sports, community

service, and student-centered clubs. Schools are not an assembly line that produce a standard product, and students’

learning is no longer confined to the four walls of the classroom. Well rounded students become well rounded,

employable adults. With so many options available to connect to school and to enhance student learning, we expect

positive movement toward becoming productive citizens in a global society.

According to the US Department of Labor, “65 percent of today’s school children will eventually be employed in

jobs that have yet to be created.” What does that mean for our students’ learning? We must embrace the move

toward technology and global learning. Students will have access to multiple platforms like Study Island, Chrome

Books, E-Books, Google collaborative software and online assessments to support / enhance their learning.

Instructional units are designed with 21st century skills like keyboarding, online collaborative projects, problem

solving, creating and innovating as well as real life performance tasks. Just as it takes a village to raise a child, it will

take the entire globe working together to face some of the major challenges we have like climate change, scarcity of

natural resources and sustainability. The journey begins here!

UCLA basketball coach John Wooden once said, “Don’t mistake activity with movement.” It will take all of us to

ensure that students move, with purpose, in a positive direction academically, socially and emotionally. Our students

stand on a great cliff overlooking the future that they will inherit. Each path will vary as some will head to college,

the military or immediately enter into the workforce. We must be sure to provide students the skills to manage the

inheritance. What will your role be for the 2015-2016 school year as you JOIN THE MOVEMENT? We look

forward to supporting each of you as you embark on a positive year of forward movement! GO MAVERICKS!

Sincerely,

Jonathon Workman

Principal

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MISSION STATEMENT:

The mission of Rancho Viejo Middle School is to close the achievement gap by providing

every student a comprehensive education that prepares them for future learning and

success in a global society.

NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE:

The Hemet Unified School District is committed to providing equal opportunities for both sexes and the

handicapped in its educational programs and activities, and for employees/applicants as required by Federal

and State law. Employees must be sensitive in guarding against unconscious discrimination and

stereotyping.

2015-2016 RANCHO VIEJO MIDDLE SCHOOL CALENDAR

August 10, 2015 ................................................................................. 1ST DAY OF SCHOOL

August 27, 2015 ......................................................... BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT (5:30 PM)

September 7, 2015 ...................................................... LABOR DAY HOLIDAY--NO SCHOOL

September 24, 2015 (minimum day)….STUDENT LED CONFERENCES (2:30 & 5:30 PM)

November 11, 2015 ............................................. VETERAN’S DAY HOLIDAY--NO SCHOOL

November 23-27, 2015 .............................. THANKSGIVING BREAK (1 week)--NO SCHOOL

December 18, 2015……………………………..….END OF 1ST

SEMESTER (Non Student Day)

December 21 – January 1, 2016 ........................... WINTER BREAK (2 weeks)--NO SCHOOL

January 18, 2016 ................................... MARTIN LUTHER KING’S BIRTHDAY--NO SCHOOL

February 15-19, 2016 ......................................... PRESIDENTS WEEK BREAK -- NO SCHOOL

March 10, 2016 (minimum day) ....................... STUDENT LED CONFERENCES (5:30 PM)

March 28, 2016 – April 1, 2016 ............................. SPRING BREAK (1 week) --NO SCHOOL

April 11-May 13, 2016 ................................................................................... STAR TESTING

May 24, 2016 (minimum day) ........................................................ Dismissal @ 1:25 p.m.

May 25, 2016 (minimum day) ........................................................ Dismissal @ 1:25 p.m.

May 26, 2016 (minimum day) ........................................................ LAST DAY OF SCHOOL

GRADING INFORMATION

This section describes Triad/Semester Dates, HUSD Board Policy (Grading Scale), Progress Report Information, Student Led

Conferences, Homework Policies and student preparedness.

FALL 2015 SEMESTER

First Progress Report, End of Triad 1 ................................................. September 18, 2015

Second Progress Report, End of Triad 2 ................................................. October 30, 2015

End of 1st Semester, First Report Card, Triad 3 .............................. December 18, 2015

SPRING 2016 SEMESTER

First Progress Report, End of Triad 4 ..................................................... February 12, 2016

Second Progress Report, End of Triad 5 ......................................................... April 8, 2016

End of 2nd Semester, Final Report Card, Triad 6 ....................................... May 26, 2016

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*Progress reports and report cards are turned in to the office on these dates. Report cards are no

longer mailed. They will be sent home with your student within two weeks after the end of each

triad/semester. ONLY final end of the year report card will be mailed home.

GRADING SCALE

(HUSD BOARD POLICY #5124R)

90 - 100% A Produces markedly superior work

80 - 89% B Produces superior work

70 - 79% C Demonstrates satisfactory work

60 - 69% D Needs to improve progress in work

Below 60% F Demonstrates little or no progress in work

P/F Pass/Fail

Incomplete I Required work has not been completed

(issued only because of extenuating circumstances)

Progress/Grade Reports to Parents: After every triad, or 6 weeks, progress reports are issued to explain the

status of students’ work/behavior/attendance. They may indicate satisfactory or unsatisfactory performance

and also serve as warnings when students are not working to capacity. Parents can call teachers at any time to

check on the progress of their student or also check online through AERIES at:

https://portals.hemetusd.org/aeries.net

Student Led Conferences: Student led conferences are an exciting alternative to traditional parent-teacher

conferences! With the assistance of an advisory teacher, students carefully prepare to lead a conference with

parents and /or family member. Using work samples and goals for improvement, students outline their

academic progress, study habits, homework, and behavioral strengths and challenges. You’ll never want to

participate in a traditional conference again! If after the Student Led Conference, you still have a particular

teacher you would like to meet with there will be a form to fill out in which a teacher will get back to you

within 48 hours to schedule a follow-up meeting.

Homework Policy: Students at the middle school level can expect an average of five hours of homework

weekly. Parents can assist students by providing a quiet place of study with needed materials, encouraging a

routine of completing work daily, and reviewing assignments with students. However, it is the student’s

responsibility to complete and turn in all homework. Frequent parent monitoring of AERIES browser interface

and student usage of planner is essential for student success. Parent should contact teachers directly with

questions or concerns.

Homework Requests: If your student is legally absent for two or more days, he or she may request the

homework directly from teachers, or the parent may make a homework request by contacting the attendance

office. The due date for make-up work will be set at the teacher’s discretion. If your student is absent for one

day, he/she will need to get work from the teachers. A minimum of 24 hours is needed to fill homework

requests from the time the teacher receives the request.

Supplies: A planner is provided and required. Replacement planners cost $5.00 and can be purchased at the

student store along with other basic school supplies. As an AVID school-wide campus, it is essential that your

student be properly prepared and organized for school. Successful students have paper, pens, pencils,

highlighters, pencil pouch and a binder (at least 3” inch binder). A backpack is highly recommended (rolling

backpack is good for growing backs) to carry all of the school supplies from class to class.

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SCHEDULING

This section contains information about how to add/drop a class, the application process for Honors Classes, along with Accelerated Reader and Advisory programs.

Class Adds/Drops: Changes in student schedules can be disruptive and are allowed only for very specific

reasons. A teacher may request a class change for a student who is not performing at a level sufficient for an

honors class, or if the student is involved in a conflict with another student that cannot be resolved. A parent

may request a class change based on medical or special academic needs. Changes will not be made based on

personal likes/ dislikes of school personnel or personal preference.

Parents must confer/meet with the teacher prior to a counselor/administrator making the change.

Honors Classes: Top 10% of students per grade level will be placed into honors courses. Determined by the

following criteria: MAP scores, teacher recommendation, grades, attendance, discipline and signed honors

contract.

Accelerated Reader (AR) Program: AR is a reading program designed to increase fluency and reading

comprehension. Students are expected to have an AR book at all times.

Advisory: Advisory is a program at RVMS designed to provide ongoing, long term support to every RVMS

student socially, behaviorally and academically. Students will begin their school day in a 15 minute Advisory

period where they review & practice key principles that guarantee success in school if applied. Topics range

from AVID skills, behavior support and social/emotional growth. Advisors ensure that every student leaves

prepared to experience success every day.

RANCHO REWARDS

This section outlines information about student rewards and incentives. ONGOING INCENTIVES:

1. Top Maverick– Nominated by staff monthly as the model Maverick as demonstrated by outstanding

citizenship.

2. Student of the Month – Selected by each department monthly for academic excellence.

3. Maverick Superstar Card- Awarded to students with good behavior. Names are entered into a weekly

drawing for special prizes and privileges.

4. Honor Roll Award – Cumulative 3.5+ GPA with no D’s or F’s for the semester (January/May).

5. ASB Award Assemblies- Students who obtain a 3.0+ GPA (no D/F’s) will attend a party each triad.

6. AR Award Parties-Students are awarded for meeting AR reading goals.

7. “STAR-Bucks”- Recognition program for demonstrating STAR behavior.

ATTENDANCE AWARDS

Perfect Attendance – Students are awarded who have no absences/ tardies (January/May).

This includes no “unexcused” / Non- School Buisness period absences along with no tardies. Absent days

can be made up with Saturday School.

Student of the Year Awards: Evening Awards assembly honoring students who have made progress

academically and/or behaviorally at the discretion of the given teacher/counselor/admin.

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RANCHO VIEJO STUDENT ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNTIES

Associated Student Body (ASB): ASB provides a number of services including a student store for school

supplies, snacks, P.E. clothes and yearbooks. In addition, the Leadership Class provides student government

and plans many student activities throughout the school year (e.g. dress-up days, lunch activities, class

competitions, after-school dances and special trips).

CLUBS- Students have the opportunity to join an existing club (club list available in the office), or create a club

which needs to be approved through ASB and requires an adult supervisor on campus.

After School Athletics: Participation requires at least a 2.0 GPA PRIOR to the season try-outs, a valid parent

consent form, physical form, proper insurance, and that the student not be on the Exclusion List. Students are

notified on the daily announcements when tryouts are being held.

Students on a shortened day for disciplinary reasons will not be eligible to participate in athletics and/or

after school activities. Being on the Exclusion List (e.g. discipline incidences and/or less than a 2.0 GPA)

may result in elimination from the sports program or other special school activities.

PARENT/COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUPS

This section encourages parent participation through various parent /teacher/student organizations.

We need your support for our students to succeed!

ELAC (English Language Advisory Committee): The role of ELAC is to advise the principal and staff on bilingual

programs and services to English learners. ELAC membership must include parents of English learners, and it

may also include principal, teachers, instructional aides, community members and other parents.

PTSA (Parents/Teachers/Student Association): Memberships are $6.00 each and monies go directly to

supporting PTSA, the school, and the students. Everyone is encouraged to join and actively participate in

supporting students.

PELI (Parent Engagement Leadership Initiative): PELI is a collaborative group of school stakeholders that work

to accomplish one or more school goals listed in the school site plan.

SSC (School Site Council): Elected members represent students, staff, parents, and the community. The School

Site Council monitors the site plan and expenditures of the SPSA (School Plan for School Achievement) budget.

The selection/nomination process will take place at the beginning of the year.

WATCH D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students): This is an opportunity geared towards RVMS dads to get more

involved by being a positive role model and mentor to our students on campus.

RANCHO VIEJO STUDENT SERVICES

This section lists the services available to students attending RVMS.

Bus Transportation: Middle school students must live 4.5 miles from school to ride the bus. Contact the

Transportation Department at 765-5100 x5880 for more information.

Bicycles/Skateboards/Scooters/Rollerblades/Skates: These items are allowed in/out of campus only if they

are walked and must be locked in the bike rack. Items ridden on/off campus will be confiscated. If this

occurs, parents may pick up the confiscated items in the front office. Rancho’s bike rack is not actively

monitored throughout the day and theft can occur if items are not locked. Rancho Viejo Middle School will not

investigate or replace any damaged or stolen items from the bike rack area. Locks, lock combinations, or lock

keys should not be shared with other students. Students are also expected to obey California’s Helmet Law.

Cafeteria: Students may purchase lunch for $2.75, which includes an entrée, 1 to 3 side dishes, and milk.

Many a la carte items are also available for purchase. Breakfast is also served at RVMS for $1.50 and is

available to everyone beginning 30 minutes before the start of school. Free or reduced lunches are available

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for students whose household qualifies based on income and number in household. Applications for the meal

program are available in the main office, the cafeteria, and at the Nutrition Center located at 2075 West

Acacia. Note: Parents can get a prepaid discount, for every 20 lunches paid in one transaction ($50 elementary, $55 secondary), students will get one lunch free. Payments can be made in the school cafeteria, or online throughmyschoolbucks.com. If a paid student's account runs out they will be allowed to charge the equivalent of (3) three lunch meals. Once a paid student has charged three meals they will not be allowed to charge a fouth time, and will be given a "mini meal" consisting of a milk and a fruit. The child will then be directed to go to the school office and call home.

Health Services: The health office is located inside of the main office. Parents will be notified by phone if a

student becomes ill or is seriously injured. Students are not to leave campus without office knowledge or

permission. All medical phone calls must be made from the nurse’s office. All medications for students

must remain in the health office. Also, all P.E. medical excuses must be registered in the health office.

Counseling Services: School Counselors are professionals that are grounded in the educational and behavioral

sciences with training in clinical skills adapted to the school setting. School Counselors are concerned with the

educational, emotional and behavioral needs and encourage maximum development of each

counselee. Students that need to speak with a counselor may make an appointment by filling out a request

form obtained from the office. Parents may contact counselors via telephone or via the RVMS website under

counseling.

Library/Media Center: (Use of Library Requires a Student Identification Card (Student ID).

Technology/Computers: Students are expected to use the computers, Internet, and other technologies in

the Library/ Media Center for educational purposes only. Students are also expected to notify an adult if they

are aware of students who may be using computers and other technologies in inappropriate ways. Students

who do not use the computer, or other technologies, for educational purposes will be denied access.

Textbooks/Reading Books: Textbooks are provided for students. Books become the student’s responsibility

and fees are charged for lost/damaged textbooks and/or library books. Transcripts, grades, and other

activities are withheld until all school textbooks and materials are returned or reimbursed. Please note:

Textbook costs now average $75 per book. A list of exact costs is available from the library.

GENERAL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

This section contains information about a variety of campus policies.

Most policies are determined at the district level and shared by all middle schools in Hemet USD.

Accidents/Injuries: If students are injured while at school or engaged in school activities, it must be reported

immediately to the teacher in charge, no matter how minor the injury. The nurse or administration may

complete written reports.

Insurance: Accident insurance to cover students while at school, traveling to and from school, or to and from

any school activity, is made available to parents for purchase on a voluntary basis. Students involved in

athletics must provide proof of insurance.

Lost and Found: DO NOT BRING valuable items to school. Students are encouraged to keep their

belongings with them at all times. The office staff will keep and return lost items whenever possible;

however, Rancho Viejo staff members assume no liability for lost, damaged, or stolen items and will not

spend instructional time searching for lost or stolen items.

Personal Belongings: Students are not allowed to bring valuable items or large sums of money to school.

Students should keep their belongings with them at all times. School personnel assume no liability for lost,

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damaged, or stolen items. Students may only bring necessary school supplies to school. Any other items

deemed unnecessary, disruptive, or illegal by school officials will be confiscated.

Below is a PARTIAL list of items not allowed at school:

Video Games MP3 Players Permanent Markers Whiteout Gum/ Candy Chains Pocket knives Sunflower seeds Matches Lighters Cap/Squirt guns Cigarettes Tools Balloons Shaving cream Rubber bands IPods Dice Stink bombs Sports Equipment Cameras Bandanas Fireworks Laser Pointers Spiked Jewelry Frosting Straight Pins/Safety Pins Energy Drinks

Cell Phones/Electronic Devices: Please plan your day before your child leaves for school. All cell phones

brought to school must be turned off prior to entering the campus and remain off the entire school day. Texting

is not allowed during school hours. If the personal electronic device is exposed in any fashion during the school

day (including earphones hanging from it), it will be confiscated. Students may pick up their confiscated

item(s) from the office on Thursday after school ONLY. Parents can pick up confiscated items prior to

Thursday, but MUST meet with an administrator prior to picking up the confiscated item(s). The school is not

responsible for lost or stolen electronic devices and will not investigate. Unauthorized use of cell phones

on campus may result in the search and review of content contained therein.

Laser Devices Prohibited: Students will NOT be allowed to be in possession of any laser device. The devices

will be confiscated and the student will receive a school consequence. The student will also be subject to a

citation for possession of (417.21 (b) PC) or use of (417.27 (c) PC) a laser device by the Hemet Police

Department.

Change of Address: It is extremely important to keep phone and address records current, so that the school

can contact the parent in the event of an emergency. It is a good idea to list several adults on the Emergency

Card who can be contacted if the parent cannot be reached. Non-resident students with false information on

their cards will be dropped from the school. Change of address must be made at Centralized Registration

Services located on 2085 Acacia Avenue, Hemet, CA 92545.

Transfer Out of School: Students transferring out of school should have the parent contact the Registrar or

bring a note from parents to the Registrar stating where the student is moving to and the last date the student

will be attending Rancho. Parents or students must obtain a check-out form from the Registrar. The form must

be signed by teachers and the librarian and returned to the Registrar the same day. All school-issued items

must be returned prior to the final checkout.

Closed Campus: Rancho Viejo has a closed campus. This means that students cannot leave the grounds at any

time during the school day except in the company of a parent or guardian. Parents must sign the student out at

the office when leaving and sign in upon returning to school. All visitors must check in at the office with proper

ID and wear a Visitor’s Pass.

Visitors: School policy is to allow on campus only those visitors who are authorized by school officials and

have legitimate business at school. Parents and all other visitors must first register in the office and receive

and wear a visitor pass. Identification is required. Students of other schools are not permitted to visit the

campus. Any persons on campus without permission are subject to arrest per Penal Code 653 (b) (a).

Emergencies/Deliveries: In case of an emergency, the office will deliver messages to the classroom. Items

delivered to school must be clearly labeled with student’s name. Students are to pick up items during their

free time. Students may look at delivered flower and balloon arrangements, but they are not allowed to pick

them up until the end of the school day.

Complaint Procedures: It is the philosophy of the Hemet Unified School District to secure at the lowest

possible administrative level, equitable responses to complaints directed against employees by

parents/guardians. Prior to filing a written complaint, the complainant should attempt to speak with the

specific employee involved concerning the complaint. Complaint procedures are available at all school sites and

the district office.

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Fire and Disaster Drills: Teachers are responsible for their students in the event of a fire, disaster, or drill.

They must listen carefully and respond quickly to all directions given by any staff member. All drills are serious

events.

A. Fire Alarm--Students evacuate to a pre-determined location and wait for

further instructions.

B. Earthquake Alarm--Students duck under desks/tables, cover heads

with one arm and hold onto the desk/table with the other. When the

all clear is sounded, students evacuate to a pre-determined location

and wait for further instructions.

C. Emergency/Lock-Down Drill-Students follow teacher’s directions until the

emergency situations ends and regular procedures resume.

DISCIPLINE

This section contains information related to the behavior expectations held for all RVMS students.

Student behavior is critical to providing, and maintaining, a safe, secure, clean and orderly learning environment.

At RVMS, we uphold the belief that all behavior can be taught and learned. If students know what is expected of them, they will be

more successful in school.

If students are not able to display the expected behavior, correction will be given. Any further misbehavior will result in a penalty.

Please read and familiarize yourself with the Behavioral Expectations Chart on p. 15 of this handbook.

Clean Campus: Students are expected to help maintain a clean campus. Gum/Candy/snack food is not

allowed on campus for sale or distribution, possession for these purposes may result in disciplinary

consequences. Vandalism and graffiti are grounds for suspension or expulsion. Monetary reimbursement for

damages may be required from the student and their family. Clean Campus - Earns the right to music,

competitions, and other lunch activities. Good Citizenship - Results in the right to participate in special school

activities such as dances, assemblies and field trips.

Gang Activities: Gang activities at school are a threat to campus safety and a disruption of the

learning environment. They will not be tolerated. Gang activities could include intimidation, the

wearing of certain clothing, a particular style of dress, flashing of hand signals or writing on

personal items such as clothing, backpacks, or papers contained therein. Marking on body parts

such as hands or arms are also included. Students who engage in activities that are determined by

the administration to be gang related will be dealt with through conferences, suspensions, and

expulsions if necessary.

Expellable Offenses are:

Possession and/or brandishing of Gun, Explosive, Knife, Dangerous Object, sales of Drugs, Criminal

Threats, Assault (great bodily injury)

8th

Grade Behavior Contract: During the second semester of the school year, all 8th

grade students will be

placed on a behavior contract. Violation (s) of this contract will result in the removal of privileges for end of

the year activities.

CODE OF CONDUCT

Rancho students involved in co-curricular (ASB, Choir, Band, Drama, Sports, Yearbook) and extra-curricular programs,

such as ASB, Athletic Teams and Academic Teams, are considered leaders and representatives of our student body.

As leaders and representatives of Rancho, they are required to meet and follow STAR Academic/Behavior

Expectations:

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1. ACADEMIC EXPECTATION: If a student’s most recent report card reflects a GPA of less than 2.0,

he/she is ineligible to represent Rancho Viejo in any academic or athletic contest or performance until

their GPA is at/above a 2.0.

2. BEHAVIOR EXPECTATION: A student on the Exclusion List may not participate in extracurricular

activities. Any violation of Education Code/STAR Expectations (see behavior expectation grid below)

may cause a student to be ineligible for a specified length of time, grading period or semester.

STUDENT PROBLEM RESOLUTION PROCESS

If a student has a problem with another student, or staff member, he or she should take the initiative to solve

the problem. We suggest the student follow the problem solving steps listed below:

STEP 1:

a. Talk directly with the student or staff member involved.

b. Share your concern with your parents.

STEP 2:

a. Speak with your counselor or fill out a “Counselor Request Form” located at the attendance office

counter.


STEP 3:

a. See a school Administrator.


If the problem is not resolved at one step, then go on to the next step. Continue to keep your parents informed

of the situation. Do not allow problems to go unsolved because little problems can sometimes turn into big

ones! School officials can help you, but they must be made aware of problems that students are not able

to resolve on their own.

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NOTIFICATION OF TOBACCO-FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT POLICY

The Hemet Unified School District is a tobacco free district. The use of any tobacco products is prohibited at all

times on district property and in district vehicles. Information on smoking cessation classes is available from

the Office of Child Welfare and Attendance at (951) 765-5100 ext. 3701.

SEARCH & SEIZURE: The administration retains control over lockers, buildings, parking lots, and grounds and

has the right to search them without warrant. Weapons, dangerous devices, tobacco, alcohol, and other

drugs are not allowed on/in any Hemet Unified School District facilities. All persons entering this building or

facility may be required to submit to a metal detector scan and a personal search, if necessary, to ensure that

weapons, dangerous devices, and other illegal items are not brought in. Bags, purses, parcels, etc., may also be

searched by metal detection, by hand, or by other appropriate means. Violators may be subject to suspension,

expulsion, or arrest.

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SUSPENSIONS AND EXPULSIONS

EDUCATION CODE 48900

REASONS FOR SUSPENSION OR EXPULSION FROM PUBLIC SCHOOL

a) Caused, attempted to cause, or threatened to cause physical injury to another person.

b) Possessed, sold, or furnished any firearm, knife, explosive or other dangerous object.

c) Possessed, used, sold or furnished, or been under the influence of any controlled substance,

alcoholic beverage, or intoxicant of any kind.

d) Offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any controlled substance, alcoholic beverage, or

intoxicant of any kind, and then sold, delivered, or otherwise furnished another substance and

represented it as a controlled substance, alcoholic beverage, or intoxicant of any kind.

e) Committed or attempted robbery or extortion.

f) Caused or attempted to cause damage to school or private property.

g) Stole or attempted to steal school or private property.

h) Possessed or used tobacco.

I) committed an obscene act, or engaged in habitual profanity or vulgarity.

j) Possessed, offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any drug paraphernalia.

k) Disrupted school activities, or willfully defied the authority of school personnel.

l) Knowingly received stolen school or private property.

m) Possessed an imitation firearm.

n) Committed or attempted to commit sexual assault, or committed sexual battery.

o) Harassed, threatened, or intimidated a pupil who is a witness in a school disciplinary proceeding for

the purpose of either preventing the pupil from being a witness or retaliating against that pupil for

being a witness, or both.

p) Unlawfully offered, arranged to sell, negotiated to sell, or sold the prescription drug Soma.

q) Engage in, or attempted to engage in, hazing

r) Engaged in an act of bullying, including, but not limited to bullying committed by means of an

electronic act, directed specifically toward a pupil or school personnel.

s) Aiding or abetting the infliction or attempted infliction of physical injury on another person

EC (48900.2) Committed sexual harassment

EC (48900.3) Caused, attempted to cause, or participated in an act of hate violence (grades 4-12 only)

EC (48900.4) Created an intimidating or hostile educational environment by intentionally engaging in

harassment, threats, or intimidation against a pupil or group of pupils (grades 4-12 only)

EC (48900.7) Terroristic threats against school officials or school property, or both

*Please note: Possession of a firearm, brandishing (Showing) a knife, sales of drugs, or sexual assault

and/or battery on an employee, great bodily injury, will result in automatic expulsion recommendations

which may extend for one calendar year.

DISCIPLINE POLICIES

The following is a brief review of the minimum and maximum penalties assigned for offenses occurring

before/during/after school, going to/from school, or while involved in school activities. Minor offenses are

handled by teachers, campus supervisors and/or counselors according to classroom and school rules. The

discipline progression includes:

Classroom Consequences: Developed by teachers.

Possible Administration/Counselor Consequences:

Lunch Detention

Detention: 30/60 minutes before/ after school

Learning Packets

Saturday School: Four hours, supervised in a classroom.

On Campus Suspension (OCR)

Restorative Justice (e.g. picking up trash at lunch for getting caught littering)

Loss of Privileges (i.e. dances, activities, rewards parties, etc…)

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Suspension: Suspension from school and all HUSD facilities (A maximum of 20 days are allowed per

year before a school must recommend expulsion).

Transfer to another school: A possible condition for continued enrollment.

Expulsion: Removal of a student from attendance at any HUSD school for one semester or school

year. (State law requires parents to enroll expelled students in another school district or private

school.)

ASSAULT/BATTERY: (One-sided physical attack on someone else):

Min: Suspension

Max: Recommended Expulsion and Police report.

FIGHTING:

There is a zero tolerance policy for fighting on campus. This includes walking to and from school

and any school related activity. Fighting also includes voluntarily hitting/being hit, which is

commonly referred to as “going bodies” or “slap boxing”.

STUDENTS WHO FIGHT WILL BE SUSPENDED FROM SCHOOL AND MAY ALSO BE TICKETED BY THE

HEMET POLICE DEPARTMENT.

Min: Suspension (1 day)

Max: Recommended Expulsion/Police Report

BULLYING:

Bullying is the “INTENTIONAL and REPEATED ATTEMPT to intimidate, embarrass, or harm another

person.” Bullying is characterized by an individual behaving in a certain way to gain power over

another person. Bullying can take place person-to-person and/or through cyberspace (e.g. Facebook,

Twitter, SNAP-Chat, Instagram, KIK, etc…).

Rancho Viejo Middle school does not tolerate bullying and both preventive and progressive

discipline is implemented to prevent and reduce bullying behaviors.

Bullying can be reported in person, over the phone, through the “Contact Us” boxes/website, around

campus or via the schools website.

Min: Warning

Max: Suspension

BUS TICKET:

Min: Determined by Transportation Dept.

Max: Suspended from the bus for the remainder of the school year plus school consequence.

CHEATING: (Tests, Quizzes, Homework, and Other Assignments)

Min: Teacher Consequence

Max: Suspension

CLASS DISRUPTION:

Talking, visiting or leaving assigned seat without permission, bothering other students in class, not

following adult verbal or written directives, etc.)

Min: Behavior Intervention/Re-teach

Max: Suspension

DANGEROUS BEHAVIOR:

Running, chasing, pushing, wrestling, play fighting, horseplay, etc…


Max: Suspension

DEFIANCE OF AUTHORITY:

Refusal to comply with the request of school personnel


Max: Suspension

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DESTRUCTION/DEFACEMENT OF PROPERTY: (Attempting to cause, or causing damage to school or private

property)

Min: Restorative Justice

Max: Recommended Expulsion and restitution/Police Report

DISRUPTION OF P.M. DETENTION:

Min: Reassignment

Max: Suspension

DISRUPTION OF SATURDAY SCHOOL:

Min: Removal from Saturday School

Max: Suspension

DRESS CODE VIOLATION:

Min: Warning

Max: Suspension

DRUGS: (Possession, use, or under the influence of alcohol/marijuana/other drugs/look-alike drugs or

paraphernalia)

Min: Suspension

Max: Recommended Expulsion /Police Report

DRUGS: (Sale or furnishing)

Min: Expulsion/Police Report

EXPLOSIVE DEVICES: (Poppers/ lighters/ firecrackers/stink bombs, etc.)

Min: Behavior Intervention


GRAFFITI: (Writing on school or private property; or acting as a look-out for someone else)


Max: Recommended Expulsion /Restitution/Police Report

GUM: Gum is not allowed on campus for purposes of campus cleanliness. Any student possessing gum on

campus will be disciplined.


Max: Suspension

INAPPROPRIATE SHOW OF AFFECTION: (Hand-holding, kissing, prolonged hugging, unnecessary touching,

etc.)


Max: Suspension

INSTIGATION: (Contributing to and/or escalating a conflict through the use of words, profanity, gestures,

harassment. Instigation can also be caused by a person’s actions when he/she pushes a student into another

and/or encourages a student to fight. This includes recording/ posting fights online. Lastly, contributing to a

hostile situation by running toward or staying to watch a fight is also instigation.)


Max: Suspension

LOITERING: Only current students, their parents or guardians, and employees are allowed on campus. Any

non-students or other unauthorized persons on campus without permission are subject to arrest per Penal

Code 653G. All Rancho students must leave campus at the end of the school day unless involved in a

school-sanctioned activity after hours. Loitering after hours on school grounds is not permitted, and

students will be disciplined if this rule is not followed. Campus supervision is provided for one-half hour

before and after school. Students must leave within 20 minutes of dismissal.


Max: Suspension

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NO-SHOWS: (Not serving assigned detentions, Saturday schools, or BEAR Interventions)

Min: Reassignment

Max: Suspension

OBSCENE ACT: (Offensive to morality or decency, indecent act *pantsing, mooning, cursing, rude gestures,

etc. An obscene act can be considered sexual harassment)


Max: Suspension/ Recommended Expulsion /Police Report

SEXUAL HARASSMENT: The Hemet Unified School District is committed to a work and educational

environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Each student has the right to learn

in a professional atmosphere that promotes equal educational opportunity and is free from discriminatory

practices. Sexual harassment is a violation of Title IX of the Education Amendment Act of 1972, Title VII of

the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and California Educational Code Sections 210 through 214, inclusive (H.U.S.D.

Board Policy #5145.7). Therefore, the District strongly condemns, opposes and prohibits sexual harassment

of individuals, whether verbal, physical or environmental, by anyone. Any student who violates this policy

will be subject to discipline, up to and including expulsion.

Min: Counselor/Administrative Referral


STOLEN PROPERTY: (Possession or furnishing):

Min: Suspension


TARDIES: Students must be seated with appropriate materials out before the tardy bell rings to be

considered on time to class.

Min: Behavior Interventions

Max: Possible fines (Meeting with the School Attendance Review Board)

THREAT: (Statements or actions which threaten to cause injury to people or property)



TRUANCY: (Cutting classes, skipping school, unauthorized absences)


Max: Possible Fines (Meeting with the School Attendance Review Board)

VIOLATION OF LUNCH BOUNDARIES:


Max: Suspension

WEAPONS/DANGEROUS OBJECTS: No weapons or dangerous objects of any kind are allowed on any HUSD

facility. (See Search and Seizure-Possession of guns, knives, or other dangerous objects)

Min: Suspension/Possible Police Report

Max: Recommended Expulsion /Police Report (Students possessing or brandishing certain

types of weapons will receive a mandatory expulsion under Education Code 48915 (c).)

DRESS CODE

The manner in which students dress for school influences their behavior and learning. Rancho Viejo Middle

School students will be required to dress and appear in a manner that does not distract from the school’s

learning environment. Any student who is dressed in a way that is considered by the administration to be

disruptive, offensive, immodest, or unsafe will be asked to call home for an alternate set of clothing or

will be required to change into P.E. clothes or other RVMS attire for the remainder of the day. This includes

short skirts/shorts that do not meet the fingertip test and any cleavage that shows. Pants baggy enough

to fall to the ground without the aid of a belt will not be allowed. Students who refuse to comply may be

suspended from school for violation of Education Code 48900 (k) “Disruption of school activities, or willfully

defied the valid authority of school personnel.”

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Unacceptable clothing includes but is not limited to:

Bandanas and do-rags.

Spikes, chains, or other dangerous decorations.

Spiked jewelry of any kind is not acceptable.

Revealing clothing (visible undergarments, bare midriffs w/arms raised, spaghetti straps, etc.)

Muscle shirts or tank tops without undergarment (ie. No skin showing).

Pajamas may not be worn to school including slippers and house shoes.

Clothing with references to sex, tobacco, drugs, or alcohol.

Clothing or belongings which contain profane or vulgar words or inappropriate images.

Clothing or belongings considered representing gang affiliation.

Clothing that promotes prejudice

Pants or shirts that are excessively loose or baggy.

o Your underwear or PE shorts should not be showing.

o Holes in jeans have to be below the fingertips and cannot expose undergarments

Iron cross, independent or professional sports team items

Flip flops, slippers, house shoes and high heels are unsafe and not acceptable. (acceptable

footwear would be athletic shoes or shoes with a heel strap)

Shorts may NOT meet socks.

Piercing body parts other than the ears is discouraged and must be studs only. A signed parent

permission slip is required.

Belt buckles that have logos, symbols, initials, Old English letters, or anything that is distracting to

the learning environment.

Gloves cannot be worn with short sleeves.

Writing or lettering that resembles graffiti on clothing will be confiscated.

Hats/Beanies are allowed only if they meet the above criteria and DO NOT

contain professional sports team logos or names.

Hoods may only be worn during inclement weather.

HAIR:

In addition to clothing, student hairstyle is also considered an important element of the Rancho Viejo dress

code. Hairstyles that are disruptive will not be allowed, including Mohawks or spikes over 3 inches or

other extreme styles. Shaved head patterns that are not appropriate for school and sprayed coloring is

also not allowed. Any student who arrives at school with an unacceptable hairstyle will be removed from

class.

BOARD POLICY 5132(A) ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS Amended 4/12/05

For the safety of all students, gang related apparel is not acceptable. The district will collaborate with law

Enforcement Agencies to update changes in gang-related apparel as necessary. Any clothing apparel, or

*“colors” that a student or group of students wear to identify themselves for the purpose of harassing,

threatening or intimidating others will not be allowed. Additionally, clothing shall be free of writing, pictures or

any other insignia which identifies a professional sports team or any group advocating or participating in

disruptive behaviors.

The term “colors” is defined as a display by the wearing or placement of apparel by a group of students, or an

individual student, which would signify the membership or intent of membership in a student group known to

advocate or participate in disruptive or illegal behavior. Because gang related symbols are constantly changing,

definitions of gang-related apparel shall be reviewed at least once each semester and updated whenever related

information is received. Examples of current symbols identified as gang related are professional sports teams’

logos. Examples of symbols advocating prejudice is Iron Cross. These symbols are not allowed on the school

campus.

Dress Code Violations

First Offense: Student warned and change of clothing is required. Non-compliance will result in disciplinary

consequence.

Second Offense: Parents notified, behavior contract, and disciplinary consequence assigned.

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Third Offense: Parents notified and disciplinary consequence assigned per behavior contract.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION UNIFORMS- Students are required to wear school shorts and shirts during physical

education classes. Tennis-type shoes and white socks must be worn at all times during P.E. classes. Unexcused

non-dresses result in lowered P.E. grades and possible discipline consequences. (Families who cannot afford

P.E. clothes should contact the office.)

RANCHO VIEJO’S ATHLETIC UNIFORMS- Students who participate on a Rancho Viejo athletic team will assume

full responsibility for their uniform. Any uniform that is damaged, lost, or stolen must be replaced financially by

the student or student’s family.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION LOCKERS- Students must bring their own combination lock NOT a key lock. They will

be assigned lockers in their P.E. classes. The combinations should be kept secret. Students are NOT to share

lockers with others. Valuables such as wallets, calculators, etc. should be locked up during P.E. classes. Since

many students use the locker room at the same time, students use the lockers at their own risk and should be

cautious. School personnel are not responsible for, and will not investigate theft or damage to items left

in the lockers.

ATTENDANCE

It is the belief of the HUSD governing board as well as Rancho Viejo middle school that regular and punctual attendance

at school is a requirement for a successful education.

A. Compulsory Education

State attendance laws require compulsory education for pupils between the ages of 6-18. Regular attendance is

a key factor in the success a student experiences at school. Absences will be excused for the following reasons:

illness or quarantine, medical, dental, or optometric services, and attending funeral services of a family

member. Other justifiable personal reasons include: court appearances, observances of religious holidays or

ceremonies, and parent employment conferences. Students who are excessively absent or truant will be

scheduled to meet with the School Attendance Review Board.

*Getting to school on time, with all books and materials, is the student’s responsibility and should be

reinforced by parents.

B. Absence/Tardy Definitions

1. Excused Absence/Tardy - Absence or tardiness due to illness or quarantine, medical, optical, or

dental appointments, attending funeral services of a family member (no consequence), or court

appearances. Absences must accompany a doctor’s or dentist’s note.

2. Warranted Absence/Tardy - Absence or tardiness due to religious holidays or ceremonies, serious illness in

the family, or court appearance. Advanced notice must be provided.

3. Unexcused Absence/Tardy - Absence or tardy not authorized by the school. Parents cannot excuse a

student for any reason not approved by California Attendance Laws. Students absent without parental

knowledge will be marked TRUANT (see consequences section). Unexcused absences include: Being out of

town, family emergencies, transportation issues, personal reasons, excessive tardiness (More than 30 minutes

late to a class) Parents: Any unverified absence will result in truancy for your student. Please ensure that the

school is always notified of an absence.

C. Consequences for Tardies

A student who is tardy to school must report directly to the attendance office.

If a student arrives late to school for any reason, the parent must contact the attendance office in one of three

ways. They may call the attendance office (765-6287 x220), write a note with a signature and date, or stop by

the attendance office in person. Excessive tardies to class may result in discipline.

*NOTE: Any student arriving thirty minutes (30) after school begins will be considered TRUANT unless late for

a reason listed in Education Code 48200.

D. Consequences for Truancies

Absences which are unexcused and unwarranted are considered truancies. California Education Code 48200

requires children of school age to attend school each day. A student who is truant from school is violating state

law and is subject to arrest by school or law enforcement officials, per Education Code 48264. Students with

habitual truancy problems may be referred to the School Attendance Review Board (SARB), which may refer the

case to the Deputy District Attorney for mediation. The District Attorney may then take the case to court and

parents may be fined up to $500.00. Further truancies may result in more severe penalties and court action.

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Students who are truant from Rancho Viejo Middle School will be assigned Saturday School to make up the

missed class time.

E. Clearing an Absence

Student absences must be cleared by parent note, medical note, or parent phone call to the Attendance Office

line (765-6287 x220). A student must take the note to the attendance desk. Since attendance is taken every

period in all classes, absences will appear on the progress and grade reports.

F. Consequences of Excessive Absences

The Attendance Office will notify parents of students with excessive absences. Parents are legally responsible

for their student’s school attendance. Excessive absences will be referred to the attendance clerk and that could

result in a SARB (School Attendance Review Board) process and referral to the district attorney’s office.

G. Temporary Excuse from Physical Education

The physical education department will honor notes from parents, requesting exemption from P.E. for up to 3

days for health reasons. However, students who need to be excused for more than three consecutive days must

have a note from a medical doctor. Students who miss P.E. will have an alternative assignment they are

responsible for. An adaptive P.E. program is available for students with special needs.

H. Off Campus Permits

Rancho Viejo Middle School is a closed campus. In order for students to leave campus during school hours for

doctor/dental appointments or family emergency, parents are required to show ID. If a parent is unable to pick

the student up please follow these procedures:

1. Parents write a note stating where the student is going, times leaving and returning, and how she/he will get

there (walk, ride bike, be picked up, by whom, etc.).

2.The student brings the note to the office before school begins and receives an off-campus pass to show the

teacher when it is time to leave.

3.Upon returning to campus, the student must check in at the Attendance Office to be readmitted to class.

4. We will not interrupt classes to release a student 20 minutes prior to the end of school.

Communication

This section outlines communication avenues between school and home. We hope to keep you informed of your student’s progress

from a variety of sources.

Aeries Parent Portal: An online grading system that keeps student & parents updated on academic progress.

Parent passwords and brochures are mailed home with registration packets. Visit our school website for the

Aeries parent portal link for additional information or just try the old fashioned telephone!

E-mail Newsletters: Find out the latest news in this monthly parent newsletter that will be posted to the

schools website and e-mailed to parents who sign up. A minimum of seven newsletters will be published this

year to help keep you informed of important dates and information at Rancho. All newsletters will be posted

on our website and hard copies will be available in the office.

Parent Link: Parent link is a telephone message system that updates parents and families about important

information and upcoming events. Information is recorded in both English and Spanish. Please be sure to

always have the most updated telephone number on file to receive parent link phone calls.

Facebook: Rancho Viejo has a Facebook page that helps keep our students and families informed of what is

going on around campus. Please check that out for news and notes at Rancho Viejo.

Website: Rancho Viejo has an up to date website with current events and information. Parents and students

also have the opportunity to report any issues to the counseling department via the “Contact Us” area.

Marquee: Rancho Viejo has an up to date Marquee with current events and information in English and Spanish.

Parents and students should take a moment and look for important information each morning and afternoon. .

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AVID Strategies Support

Marking the Text

Procedures: 1. 1

st reading – read silently

2. Number the Paragraphs

3. Label left margin “Summarize” and right margin “Connect”

4. Reread circling key words in each paragraph and underline the author’s claim (thesis statement) and

main ideas.

5. Briefly summarize the paragraphs on the left margin

6. Choose 1 or 2 pause and connect questions to answer on the right margin.

Left Side Margin SUMMARIZE

Right Side Margin CONNECT You are connecting to the author by stating your opinions, creating questions about the reading or you can choose some pause and connect questions below to answer in the margin.

Summarize paragraphs or sections of the text. Answer questions such as: What is this section about? What is the author saying

What do I understand so far? What don’t I understand? What information is not clear? What words have been repeated? How does it connect t the author’s argument or point of view? What is the author trying to get me to think about here?

What is the author’s purpose? How has this section helped my understanding of the text?

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Arthur Costa’s Levels of Questioning

Level One

Defining Describing Identifying Listing Naming Observing Reciting Scanning

Level Two Analyzing Comparing Contrasting Grouping Inferring Sequencing Synthesizing

Level Three

Applying a principle Evaluating Hypothesizing Imagining Judging Predicting Speculating

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The Three-Story Intellect High-Level Thinking Skills

Key Words: Evaluate Predict Judge

Assess Idealize Forecast

What judgment could be made about…..? What would you predict if…..?

How would you prioritize…..? Why was ____ better than ____? How could you prove or disprove____? What evidence supports ____?

Key Words: Compare Inspect How is ___ similar to ___? Apply Develop What might we infer from….? Solve Infer How would you categorize….? Classify Analyze What is the function of….? Reason Explain How would you classify….? Distinguish What conclusions can you draw? Examine Why do you think…? Contrast How is ___ related to ___? How would you summarize…? Key Words: What is….? Who Label When did….? What Identify Which one…? When Match How would you show? Where Name Who was…? Which Spell Which is the best answer? Choose Select What facts…? Find Restate How would you classify…? Define Observe What is the definition of…? How many…..?

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Techniques of Questioning* Questions can take place on a variety of different levels, some easy and close-ended and others more multi-faceted and open-ended. Knowing when to ask the “right” questions can greatly aid in group discussions and study. The following material aims to help students ask the right questions at the right time.

A LEVEL ONE QUESTION REQUIRES A PERSON TO: 1) define What’s the definition of “lunar eclipse?” (define) 2) describe 3) identify How can we express the equation 2x (4-5y) +3y = 26 4) list in three different ways? (list) 5) name 6) observe 7) recite 8) scan What does the chart show? (scan) A LEVEL TWO QUESTION REQUIRES A PERSON TO: 1) analyze In Native Son, how does Bigger Thomas’ violence 2) compare against his gang members reveal a deeply 3) contrast rooted fear of people? (analyze) 4) group 5) infer In “The Bet” how do the lawyer and the banker 6) sequence differ in their attitude toward capital 7) synthesize punishment? (contrast) How does the term “manifest destiny” capture the essence of western expansion in the US? (synthesize) If the moon is full Aug. 17, July 18, and June 19, when will it be full in April? (infer) A LEVEL THREE QUESTION REQUIRES A PERSON TO: 1) apply a principle Using the principle of the “communicative property.” 2) evaluate How can we find out the number of apple trees 3) hypothesize in an orchard having 15 rows, 5 trees each? 4) imagine (apply) 5) judge 6) predict Which of the characters in Great Expectations 7) speculate suffered the most? (judge) In Catcher in the Rye, how might Phoebe, years

later, describe Holden to her children? (speculate)

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TIPS FOR USING THIS QUESTIONING TECHNIQUE:

Level One Questions are often necessary to establish the group’s basic understanding of facts or situations.

Questioning should not remain in Level One, but should advance to both Level Two and Level Three

The Cornell Way

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Focused Note Revising Checklist

Main Ideas: Underline or highlight, and number the main ideas.

Key Terms: Circle (or highlight in a different color) the key terms.

Additions: Add little notes or pictures/diagrams

to your notes to help you remember what was discussed in class. Use a different color to do this!

Questions: Write one question in the left column

for each main idea you identified.

Summary: Your summary must answer the essential question(s) and all the column questions.

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