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WELCOME!PARENTS AND GUARDIANS OF

CURIE'S FRESHMENBIENVENIDOS!

 ***CLASS OF 2016***CLASS OF 2016***

  

 

• Welcome ParentsWelcome Parents• Graduation RequirementsGraduation Requirements• Freshman CoursesFreshman Courses• AttendanceAttendance• Parent PortalParent Portal• Activity FeeActivity Fee• DisciplineDiscipline• Grading, Failure Procedures and AttendanceGrading, Failure Procedures and Attendance• School/Community Resources and Parent TipsSchool/Community Resources and Parent Tips• Post-Secondary PlanningPost-Secondary Planning• Helpful Websites and Important DatesHelpful Websites and Important Dates• Q and AQ and A

ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS

MS. ESPINOZAMR. RODRIGUEZ

PRINCIPALMR. PERRY

Deans: Provide discipline, security and guidance to our students.

Deans:Ms. Matthews: 773-535-2493Mr. Vargas: 773-535-9842

Deans

DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSON: MS. DANA MARINE

MR. DAVID CORONADO

MR. JEFF DACHMAN

MS. JOI PERKINS-OWUSU

MS. SOFIA VILLAFUERTE

MS. SIOBHAN WOODHOUSE

COUNSELORS

Provide you with socio-emotional support Help guide your academic choices Help you find resources inside and outside of the

school Help you transition to and from high school Help student with college and career choices Refer to outside counseling services when

necessary Help students find programs and organizations of

interest Help students sign up for summer school and

nights school

How Can your Counselor Help You?

Ask your counselor!

If you’re not sure who to talk to about something…

Parents: essential element of Parents: essential element of student success student success

4 Credits of English 3 Credits of Social Studies 3 Credits of Math 3 Credits of Science 2 Credits of same World Language 7 Credits of Education-To-Careers or Electives 1 Credit of Art 1 Credit of Music 2 Credits of PE or ROTC (includes Health and Drivers Ed) =26 total credits

Graduation Requirements

Curie works off the semester concept. One-half (½) unit of credit is awarded for any

course that meets 46 minutes per day for 20 weeks.

All credit is granted by semester.

What is a Credit?

40 Hours of Service Learning Must pass Constitution Exam (offered in U.S.

History) Must complete a 30-hour unit in Driver's Ed.

(offered in PE II) Must complete a 10-week Consumer Ed. unit

(offered in Computer Tech.) Must take PSAE Exam (Including the ACT)

Additional Requirements

Students should complete 10 service learning hours

each year to be on track Students are encouraged to go beyond the 40

hours. Most scholarships and colleges are impressed with 75 service hours or more by the time students are juniors.

Service hours may only be done at non-profit organizations

See the Service Learning website for organizations and ideas

Service Learning

26 CREDITS TO GRADUATE

FROM CURIE HIGH SCHOOL.

STUDENTS NEED...

• 7 classes each day.

 

• 4 years of high school.  IF STUDENTS PASS ALL THEIR CLASSES OVER THEIR FOUR YEARS OF HIGH SCHOOL, THEY WILL HAVE 28 CREDITS.

STUDENT SCHOOL DAY...

• Algebra I (Math)

• Survey Literature (English)

• World Studies (History)

• Earth Science (Science)

• PE I and Health or ROTC and Health

• Computer Information Technology

• Art or Music or Reading Language Arts 

MOST FRESHMEN PROGRAMS WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING:

• Progress Reports (mid-quarter report)

 • Quarter Grades (mid-semester report)

 • SEMESTER GRADES - FINAL GRADES ARE

DISTRIBUTED TO STUDENTS IN FEBRUARY AND JUNE 

*If a student has an "F" at semester, then the student has failed the course and will not receive credit.

MAKE SURE YOU ASK YOUR CHILD FOR THEIR SEMESTER REPORT CARD. YOU DO NOT PICK IT UP;

THEY BRING IT HOME

GRADING REPORTS

• Student must pay to retake the course during Night

School or Summer School.             *Due to decreased funding, CPS is cutting many of the courses offered at Night School and Summer School.              *If your child fails the same class both semesters,             your child will have to take two night school             classes to make up the credit.  

WHAT IF MY CHILD FAILS A CLASS AT SEMESTER?

SAMPLE REPORT CARDFIRST SEMESTER 

Algebra I - FSurvey Literature - CEarth Science - DWorld Studies - FPhysical Education - CComputer Technology - AArt - B 2.5 CREDITSThe student will need to retake Algebra and World Studies during Night School or Summer School.

SECOND SEMESTER 

Algebra I - CSurvey Literature – FEarth Science - CWorld Studies - BHealth - CComputer Technology - BArt - B 3 CREDITSThe student will need to retake Survey Lit. during Night School or Summer School.

FRESHMAN YEAR IS THE MOST

IMPORTANT YEAR

TRUE OR FALSE:

The most important year of high school.

 

The make-it or break-it year.  WHY IS IT SUCH AN IMPORTANT YEAR?Students who are on track freshman year have a better chance of graduating and going on to college.

TRUE! FRESHMAN YEAR IS...

• is extremely important for success. 

 • leads to better grades.

 • helps students pass class and stay on track.

 According to research,

 Freshmen who miss two or more weeks of school fail, on average, at least two courses. 90% of freshmen who miss less than a week of school per semester graduate.

BEING IN SCHOOL AND HAVING GOOD ATTENDANCE...

•On time in school and in every On time in school and in every classclass•Valid cause of absenceValid cause of absence•Excused vs. Unexcused Excused vs. Unexcused AbsenceAbsence•TruancyTruancy•Early DismissalEarly Dismissal

Expectations of Student Attendance

 THE ADMINISTRATION AND STAFF OF CURIE METROPOLITAN HIGH SCHOOL EXPECTS THAT EVERY STUDENT WILL:

 1. ATTEND school and all classes EVERY school day

throughout the entire school year.2. ARRIVE to school and to every class BEFORE the

second bell sounds.3. BE SEATED in the classroom BEFORE the second bell

sounds. 

Absence

“Valid Cause for Absence” shall mean:  Student illness Observance of a religious holiday Death in the immediate family Family emergency Circumstances which cause reasonable concern to the parent/ legal guardian for the

safety or health of the student. Other situations beyond the control of the student as determined by the attendance

office.

“Excused Absence” shall mean:  An absence for which there is a valid cause and has been reported by the parent to

the attendance office, including suspensions issued pursuant to the Student Code of Conduct

A written letter (or note) signed by the parent or legal guardian stating the cause of absence, is presented by the student to the division teacher, classroom teachers and the attendance office. The note must be brought either before the absence or one day after the date of the absence. Such absence will then be marked excused.

 “Unexcused Absence” shall mean: An absence for which there is no valid cause, (ex. vacation trip on school days, etc.,) A written letter or note signed by the parent or guardian has not been presented to the

attendance office by the student.

Early Dismissal

  Students who need to leave school before the end of their school

day must report to the attendance office to obtain an early dismissal. No student is permitted to leave school grounds on his or her own without the approval of the attendance office. Students will not be released to individuals who are not listed on official school records. The parent or legal guardian must come into the attendance office and present an ID to sign the student out of school.

 1. Student Illness – Report to the nurse’s office first. Student must

notify guardians from the nurses office using school phone. 2. Predetermined Doctor’s Appointment - Report to the

attendance office. Please make every effort to schedule doctor appointments after school or on weekends.

Emergency Form

Kept on file in the Attendance Office

This form must be completed, signed and presented by the student on Orientation day of each school year.

Guardians should be sure to give any updates in regards to their contact information to the Attendance Office as soon as possible.

Reinstatement/Reporting of Student Absences

A note from home is required after each absence. Students who are absent from school/classes three consecutive days or more must report to the attendance office and obtain a reinstatement. If the absence is the result of a medical condition, the student must report to the school nurse in order to be reinstated. The student’s parent must phone the Attendance Office, as well student must also bring the note to the Attendance Office the day of their return to ensure that the absences are marked excused in the computer. Failure to do the aforementioned will result in an automatic detention and an unexcused absence.

Failure to Act in Accordance with the Student Attendance Policy

  The student will lose all extra-curricular

privileges and will not be allowed to attend or participate in any extra-curricular activity including athletics, clubs, ASM, Homecoming and senior class events. Off-campus lunch privileges for juniors and seniors will be revoked. Significant improvement must be shown and verified by the Attendance Office to restore privileges.

 

• Teachers• Counselors• Administrators• Deans• Support Staff• Peers

  WE ARE HERE TO HELP.  WE WANT YOUR CHILD TO SUCCEED AND HAVE A POSITIVE HIGH SCHOOL EXPERIENCE.

The following people can provide your child with support:

•GradesGrades•AttendanceAttendance•Report CardsReport Cards•Teacher CommunicationTeacher Communication

•$120$120

•Cell Phones and Electronic Cell Phones and Electronic DevicesDevices•Dress CodeDress Code•Respect school propertyRespect school property

•Respect each otherRespect each other•BullyingBullying•Student Entry and DismissalStudent Entry and Dismissal•(Tardiness/No Cutting)(Tardiness/No Cutting)

•Bus CardBus Card•Physical Exam Required for all Physical Exam Required for all Incoming FreshmenIncoming Freshmen

•Lunch Application Required for Lunch Application Required for everyoneeveryone•See-thru backpackSee-thru backpack•Supply ListSupply List•Gym Uniform and LocksGym Uniform and Locks

• Saturday TNT Tutoring (9:00 a.m. – Noon in the 1-East Cafeteria)

• SES Tutoring

• Robert Morris TRIO Program

• GEARUP• CTE Coordinator—Ms. Graham 

 

IMPORTANT RESOURCES

• Ask your child about his/her school day.

• Encourage your child to attend tutoring. • Encourage you child to get involved in extracurricular

activities. • Create a quiet place for your child to study.

 • Show that you have confidence in your child.

 • Set up homework guidelines.

• Keep in contact with us.  We want you to be involved!

HOW CAN I HELP MY CHILD?

According to research, students who are

involved in extra-curricular activities (school clubs and sports) do better academically and are more likely to succeed in college.

Curie offers over 70 clubs and sports for our students!

Extra-Curricular Activities

Student Council After School Matters Build On Sports Key Club Marie’s Garden Latinos Juntos And Many More! Listen to announcements during Second

Period

What Can I Join?

• Calling: 773-535-2100

 • Emailing (all teachers' emails are on the Curie website)

• www.curiehs.org • Scheduling an appointment for a conference

  

PLEASE KEEP IN CONTACT WITH US BY:

Metropolitan Family Services Ada S. McKinley3834 W. 63rd Street 2659 W. 59th Street773-884-3310 773-918-6100

Family Focus: 312-421-5200Mujeres Latinas en Acción: 773-890-7676Parent Hotline: 800-840-6537

Counseling Community Resources

RReaching eaching EEducational, ducational, AAcademic & cademic & CCareer areer HHeightseights

Educational Talent Search is an academic

outreach program sponsored by Robert Morris University Illinois and funded through the U.S. Department of Education.

The Robert Morris University Illinois Educational Talent Search Program enhances, promotes, and teaches the skills needed to succeed in school while at the same time assisting students in reaching academic goals and achievements.

What is ETS?

Available Services

One on One academic and personal counseling Academic skills assessment Self-esteem / values workshops Test taking skills workshops College tours Tutoring Cultural and educational enrichment activities Assistance with completing Financial Aid forms

and college/scholarship applications for post-secondary education

ETS College Tours!!

How do I qualify?

The U.S. Department of Education and Robert Morris University Illinois have set the following criteria…

Students must be: Between the ages of 11 and 27 At a low family income level Potential first generation college student U.S. Citizen, national or permanent resident Enrolled at one of our target schools sites

Questions

Student can contact the ETS Office: via telephone at (312) 935-4566 via Facebook at rmutalentsearch@yahoo.com via email at rmutalentsearch@yahoo.com

ALL FRESHMEN TAKE THE EXPLORE EXAM STUDENTS ARE TESTED IN: ENGLISH GRAMMAR, MATH,

READING AND SCIENCE THE SCORE SCALE IS 1-25 Students take an Interest Inventory and World-of-Work

Map This test shows the track towards college readiness the

students are in Prepares students for Ultimate ACT Test

EXPLORE PLAN ACT

Meet with your counselor. Get involved with extra-curricular activities. Work hard to maintain a high GPA. Develop your leaderships skills through service. Challenge yourself. Attend college fairs. Go on college visits. Research schools and their admission

requirements. Research cost of colleges and scholarships. Look for summer learning programs and support

programs such as TRIO.

Post-Secondary/College Planningfor High School Freshmen

Whatsnextillinois.org Career Exploration College Planning Financial Aid

THIS IS LIKE AN ONLINE LOCKER WITH RESOURCES FOR PLANNING YOUR FUTURE

What’s Next Illinois Planning

Home and Hospital Instruction Program (HHIP)

The Home and Hospital Instruction Program (HHIP) enables students who are ill to maintain academic skills and school affiliations until they are able to transition back to an educational setting.

October 201049

Students in Temporary Living Situations

GoalsThe goal of the STLS program is to protect the educational rights of students in temporary living situations and to provide services to students and their families.

• WWW.CURIEHS.ORG

 • https://parent.cps.k12.il.us/pc/default.aspx

• www.Whatsnextillinois.org

• http://www.servicelearning.cps.k12.il.us/

  

HELPFUL WEBSITES

  Freshman Student Orientation Day 2

(Students Only) (Class Schedules, Fees, ID’s, Textbooks) Tuesday, August 21, 2012 Last Name A-F Report to Main Gym at 7:30 a.m. Last Name G-N Report to Main Gym at 9:30

a.m. Last Name O-Z Report to Main Gym at 11:30

a.m.

Freshmen Registration

Be here at least 15 minutes before your start

time! Bring paper, pens, folders (you will receive

supplies list on the first day of school) Ask teachers and staff if you are lost Wear your ID Use your clear bookbags

RELAX! Everyone is nervous about the first day too!

First Day of School Tips

IMPORTANT DATES

Please Refer to Student Handbook and Check the Curie Website on a regular basis for more information

www.curiehs.org

 THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING AND BEING

INVOLVED IN YOUR CHILD'S EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE.