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School Handbook 2018-2019

Parent/Student/Teacher Handbook

Promoting Chinese Language, Culture and Heritage through Education!

ACCA School Handbook

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A Letter from the General Principal

Dear Parents/Guardians, Students and Teachers: Greetings! The purpose of this handbook is to provide comprehensive school information to our ACCA community. Please refer to it as a useful reference throughout 2018-2019 school year. The ACCA board and staff recognize that a child’s education is a responsibility shared by the family and the school. We (parents, teachers and students) need to work as partners effectively for the success of our students. In addition to this school handbook, please visit our school website (www.acca-web.org) which contains additional information. I look forward to an exciting year of learning! Warm Regards, Dr. Linda Sun (孙丽) General Principal

http://www.acca-web.org/



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School Address and Campus Contacts

ACCA Website: http://www.acca-web.org Board email: [email protected] School Office Contacts: [email protected] Webmaster email: [email protected] North Saturday Campus: Perimeter Church, 9500 Medlock Bridge Rd, Duluth, GA 30097 Principal: Huang, Yan Email: [email protected] North Sunday Campus: Bridgeway Christian Academy, 4755 Kimball Bridge Rd, Alpharetta, GA 30005) [email protected] Assistant: [email protected]

West Campus: East Cobb Middle School, 380 Holt Rd NE, Marietta, GA 30062 Principal: Li, Jue Email: [email protected] South Campus: Callaway Memorial Center, Emory University, 537 Kilgo Circle, Atlanta, GA 30322 Principal: Li, Huiru Email: [email protected]


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Table of Contents ACCA Introduction ...................................................................................................................... 6 Purpose, Vision, Core Values and Shared Beliefs ACCA School Administrators Responsibilities ACCA Board School Bylaws (See Appendix 1)

Attendance ..................................................................................................................................... 8 School Hours Arrival Absences Student Early Check-Out Inclement Weather Transportation

Enrollments/Withdrawals .......................................................................................................... 10 School Entrance Requirements New Student Placement Assessing Student Records Student Withdrawal/Tuition Refund Other Fees or Contributions Changes in Student Information

Grades, Assessment, and Learning ........................................................................................... 11 Grading Score Scale Measure Homework Student Performance Assessments Make-Up Exam and Work Promotion Requirements Textbooks Student Placement Teacher-Parent Communication

Student Behavior and Conduct ................................................................................................. 13 ACCA Rules for Student Behavior Anti-Bullying Policy Discipline Measures Toys and Electronics (*Note: BYOD Policy) Cell Phones (*Note BYOD Policy) Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)


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First Aid ....................................................................................................................................... 16 Student Illness Student Medication

Student Awards and Recognition .............................................................................................. 16

PTA and Student Government and Clubs ................................................................................ 17 ACCA PTA Executive Committee 2016-2017

Miscellanies Information ............................................................................................................ 18 Classroom Visits Birthdays Lost & Found Messages to Students School Pictures School Celebrations School Communications Parent-on-Duty Rules Parent Comments and Suggestions

ACCA Teachers .......................................................................................................................... 19 Qualifications or Requirements Hiring Procedures ACCA Contract Training and Development

Emergency Procedures ............................................................................................................... 20

Appendices ................................................................................................................................... 21 Appendix 1: Bylaw (章程) Appendix 2: Student Enrollment Information (学生报名须知) Appendix 3: Grade, Assessment, and Student Progress Report (考试评分及学生成绩单管理制度) Appendix 4：Code of Student Behavior and Conduct (学生守则) Appendix 5: Waiver and Release of Liability (豁免和免除责任) Appendix 6: Information and Parent-on-duty Rules (家长须知和值班要求) Appendix 7: Parents Comments and Suggestions (家长意见调查表) Appendix 8: Teacher and Staff Codes (教师和工作人员守则) Appendix 9: Teacher Work Rules (教师工作细则) Appendix 10: ACCA Emergency Plan (应急计划)


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ACCA Introduction The Atlanta Contemporary Chinese Academy (ACCA), formerly Emory Chinese Academy (ECA), was founded in 1992 by a group of community-oriented volunteers in Metro Atlanta, Georgia. ACCA is a non-profit organization registered with the office of Secretary of State of Georgia, and has tax exemption status under 501C (3) code. In the past twenty five years, ACCA has grown to be the largest learning center of Chinese language and culture for children of age five to eighteen in the Southeastern United States. Currently, ACCA has a total enrollment of approximately 1150 students and a faculty/staff of over seventy. It operates on three campuses – South Campus at Emory University, North Campus at Perimeter Church and West Campus at East Cobb Middle School, offering weekly classes in Chinese language. Our staff at ACCA has been committed in creating an environment that is safe, friendly, and positive for all the students. Our goal is to server the children as well as the community to the best of our ability. We encourage parent involvement and enjoy a true partnership between the school and families. ACCA is well recognized locally and nationally for its exemplary programs. Purpose, Vision, Core Values and Shared Beliefs ACCA Purpose Statement Atlanta Contemporary Chinese Academy (ACCA) is committed to promoting the Chinese language, culture, and heritage through education of the Chinese language and culture. It seeks to increase multicultural awareness, to develop better understanding between Chinese and other communities, and to promote Sino-US friendship. ACCA is dedicated to student success by providing top-notch foreign language education at affordable prices. ACCA Vision Statement As one of the largest and most recognized children's learning centers for Chinese language and culture in Metropolitan Atlanta for 24 years, we expect to continue our excellence in educating as many students as we can, regardless of their race or ethnicity. We use effective curriculum that is designed by following 5Cs standards established by National Standards in Foreign Language Education (Communication, Cultures, Connections, Comparisons and Communities). ACCA Core Values • Respect for learning • Respect for inspiration • Respect for creativity • Respect for honesty • Respect for others • Respect for cultural awareness • Respect for cultural appreciation

ACCA Shared Beliefs At ACCA, we share the following beliefs about teaching and learning:


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• All students can learn and everyone is capable of learning Chinese. • Learning is a collaborative activity between teachers and students. • Learning happens best when student-teacher relationship are based on mutual trust

and respect. • Students need to have the opportunity to observe, practice and teach each other. • Teaching is only effective when it results in student learning. • The excellence in teaching is accomplished when teachers reflect on and continuously

improve their teaching methodologies. • Aligning teaching and practices with student interest and ability yields positive

learning results. • Parent involvement is critical for children’s learning success. • Program curriculum need to be culturally and academically appropriate. • Providing training opportunities to teachers and administration staff helps assure the

quality of teaching and services. • Innovative teaching approaches and selective curriculum promote effective learning.

In addition, ACCA promotes beliefs in excellence, continuous learning, cultural awareness and appreciation, on-going assessment and social responsibility. We believe our strong partnerships with parents and community continue to enhance our ability to provide quality education for present and future.

ACCA School Administrators Responsibilities All members of the ACCA school administrators must: • Maintain a school-wide perspective on issues • Regularly participate in school meetings • Participate in information and training programs • Act as a link between the school and the community • Encourage the participation of parents and others within the school community • Work to improve student achievement

ACCA Board ACCA Council is the highest administrative body of the school. It represents the interests of parents and is responsible for formulating the school policies and development plan, examining the school financial budgets and appointing professional finance company to manage the school "development fund" in addition to employing school general principal and general accountant, supervising and inspecting the school administrative job and education quality.

Parents’ board members are elected by parents. The selected board members will sever for a term of two years. To ensure a smooth transition of the Council's operation, old and new Council members an alternative method will be used for member changes due to council term. A parent meeting will be held at the end of the fall semester (December) to select board members to replace those whose terms expire.


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In accordance with the existing school constitution, the school board consists of seven members of parents and school principals. Parent members are elected by parents. The selected board members will serve for a term of two years. To ensure the smooth transition of the Council’s operation, the new and old Council members will use an alternate shift method to replace the members whose terms expire. A parent meeting will be held at the end of the fall semester (December) to select board members to replace those whose terms expire. Parent member distribution is as follows: three from the North Campuses, two from the South Campus, and two from the West Campus. 理事会是学校的最高管理机构, 代表家长负责制定学校发展规划，审查学校财政预算和决

算，负责委托专业财务公司管理学校“发展基金”，聘用总校长和总会计，监督和检查校务

会的工作和教学质量。按照学校现有章程，理事会由七名家长理事、和校长理事组成。家长理事由家长选举产生，

理事的任期为两年。为保证理事会的运作平稳过渡，新旧理事会以交替法换班。每年的秋

季学期结束时（十二月份）将替换任期到期的理事。家长理事名额分布为北校三名，南校两名，西校两名。 School Bylaws (See Appendix 1)

Attendance Teachers, students, and the administrative staff should observe the following rules and requirements to ensure student success while learning at ACCA.

School Hours Our school hours are:

--North Campus Saturday: 8:15AM – 2:05PM --North Sunday Campus Sunday: 2:30PM – 5:30 PM --West Campus Sunday: 1PM – 5PM --South Campus Sunday: 12:30PM – 4:20PM

Arrival Teachers are recommended to arrive 10 minutes before class starts. Students are expected to arrive at school on time. Attendance is of the students is documented when class bell rings. Students will be marked tardy if they arrive in their classrooms 15 minutes after the classes start. Best practice is to drop off your child early to ensure they get to class on time. This also allows them time to prepare for class.


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Absences Attendance at school is an important part of student success and achievement. A pattern of absences may put a student at risk of not obtaining the academic knowledge and skills for his/her grade level. The following absences are considered to be excused:

• Personal illness or attendance in school endangering a student’s health or the health

of others • A court order or an order by a governmental agency mandating absence from school • Observation of religious holidays, necessitating absence from school • Conditions making attendance impossible or hazardous to the students’ health or

safety • A student, whose parent or legal guardian is in military service of the United States or

the National Guard, and such parent or legal guardian has been called to duty for or is on leave from overseas deployment to a combat zone or combat support posting, shall be granted excused absences, up to a maximum of five school days per year, for the day or days missed from school to visit with his or her parent or legal guardian prior to deployment or while on leave

Student Early Check-Out If early checkout is necessary, the parent should let the teacher know and get teacher’s agreement. For safety reasons, we release students only to those persons listed on the student’s information record. For anyone not listed on the student’s information record but attempted to check out a student, the administrator will contact the enrolling parent.

Inclement Weather If overnight weather conditions make it necessary to cancel school, the announcement will be sent via email and social media (like Wechat) and posted on ACCA school website (acca-web.org) as well. If no cancellation is announced, school is in session. Sometimes severe weather moves in during the day, an announcement will always be made before any schools are dismissed early. Transportation • To drop off/pick up your child, please park at the designated parking lot and walk your

child to/from his/her classroom. • Please do not use the front driveway for dropping off or picking up purposes. Parking

is not allowed at any time in the front driveway. • All Students should be dropped off before their classes start and picked up when their

classes end. • Students should wait quietly in the classroom for pick-up. • If a parent is late picking up their child, the child will be taken to the front desk where

the parent may pick up the child.


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Enrollments/Withdrawals School Entrance Requirements Students entering kindergarten must be age five on or before September 1, and Grade One students must be age six on or before September 1. For students who are age four not yet five on September 1 and willing to enter kindergarten, evaluations will be conducted, and decision will be made based on the evaluation results. New Student Placement New students who meet eligibility guidelines and age requirements will be placed in the appropriate grade. Parents request, teaching resources and classroom size will all be considered. Requests to change a student to a different class after school starts will require approval of campus principle. Assessing Student Records Under the Family and Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, parents have certain rights: • The right to inspect and review educational records of their child • The right to challenge the content of those records • The right to control the release of education records of their students • The right to complain to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Office about the

school’s failure to comply with the law • The right to be informed of these rights just listed

Students’ report card with academic score will be sent to parents at end of each semester. Students and parents can contact the administrator at ACCA for any questions, comments, and recommendations. Student Withdrawal/Tuition Refund Please notify the school administrator at least one week before your child is to be withdrawn from school.

A tuition refund form needs to be filled out. • 50% refund if withdraw after two classes. • No refund will be issued after three classes.

A full refund will be issued if class is canceled based on school administrative decisions.


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Other Fees or Contributions The following contributions enable students to receive materials and programs that are not covered by tuition. Class Contributions:

This is not a set plan. It will be the decision of each campus or PTA for project or programs. Sometimes, individual class or different campus will ask for donation to support certain activities.

Other Fees:

Parent-on-duty $30.00 deposit – A full refund will be issued upon graduation/withdrawal if parents perform their duties as required.

Changes in Student Information In order to keep our records current, please notify the front office immediately of a change in any of the following: • Contact information: email or Telephone number • Change of guardianship

See Appendix 2 for additional information.

Grades, Assessment, and Learning Grading Kindergarten or Pre-K The Kindergarten or Pre-K kids will not have final examination at the end of the each semester but the teacher will send a “Progress Report” to Parents. The Progress Report card is designed to assist teachers in evaluating the on-going growth and development of their students. Each indicator on the Progress Report is marked at the appropriate level of progress. Indicators are signals of development as well as the level of progress toward specific objectives. The major purpose of the reporting instrument is to inform parents about the growth, development and academic progress of their child.

AC – Accomplished S – Satisfactory Progress IP - In Progress N - Needs to Improve N - Not Evident U - Unsatisfactory Progress


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Score Scale Measure The score mark is a report scale of the individual student’s progress to his/her parents, and to others who are concerned with the student’s progress in education. The following scale is used:

A = 90 and above Excellent Progress B = 80 – 89 Above Average Progress C = 70 – 79 Average Progress D = 69 – 60 Below Average Progress U = Below 60 Unsatisfactory Progress

For additional information, please see Appendix 3.

Homework Homework is an extension of the classroom learning process. It is one method to help students establish self-discipline and study skills. Homework is also a way to keep parents informed and involved with their child’s schoolwork. Assignments may be brief or may include long-range projects. Assignments may be individualized for remediation or enrichment. Time spent on homework should promote productive and positive experiences. Parents can help by encouraging their children to establish effective study habits and by reviewing homework with their child. It is very helpful for parents to establish set times for the homework. If your child has no current assignment, he/she should be encouraged to read. If you have questions or concerns about your child’s homework, please contact your child’s teacher directly. Student Performance Assessments There are five items to be considered for students’ performance assessment: Homework, in-class-quiz, participation, attendance, mid-term and final exams. Students’ Grade (report card) will be sent home in two weeks after each exam. Please contact your classroom teacher for any questions or concerns. Make-Up Exam and Work All students are required to take part in the mid and final exams. If missed the finals, students are supposed to make it up. The make-up finals will be arranged by campus principal or administrator in charge. Missed homework assignments will be given upon the child’s return. The parent should contact the teacher to create a plan for missed work. Promotion Requirements The ACCA Board believes the mission of the school system is to pursue excellence in academic knowledge and skills for each student through a process of measured improvement. The Board also believes that students should earn promotion from one grade level to another by documenting acceptable performance on appropriate


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assessments. Therefore, promotion for social or other non-academic reasons is not permissible in ACCA. For promotion, students must demonstrate proficiency of the grade level academic requirements and pass the grade level assessments. Textbooks Three sets/series of textbooks are available for purchase. Student Placement We are very proud of our outstanding teachers. Each year, we make every effort to place each child with a teacher that best meets his or her needs. Parents are given the opportunity each term to submit placement request before class lists are formed. After class lists are published, if a parent has a serious concern regarding placement, they should put the concern in writing to the campus principal for that particular grade level. The principal will set up a conference to work with the parent and teacher to resolve whatever issues are involved. All cases are handled on an individual basis. Teacher-Parent Communication Communication between parents and teachers is an essential component of student success. We encourage parents to communicate regularly with the child’s teacher. If you have a concern about your child, please do not hesitate to contact your child’s classroom teacher. After talking with the teacher, if you continue to have a concern, please contact the assistant principal for your child’s grade level for further assistance.

Student Behavior and Conduct Students learn best in a safe, positive and orderly environment. With the appropriate support and encouragement, all students are capable of being responsible for their own behavior. Parents and educators must work together as partners in teaching students to make good decisions about their behavior and to understand there are consequences for making poor decisions. ACCA Rules for Student Behavior The following behaviors are expected of all students at ACCA. ACCA Rules: Shows self-control and exhibits a positive attitude (including, but not limited to): • Listen and follow directions • Observe classroom discipline • Use appropriate tone of voice, language, and behavior at all times • Show good manners • Use school materials appropriately


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• Walk quietly on the right side of the hallway Respects self and others (including, but not limited to): • Respect the authority of all adults (school staff, parent volunteers) • Keep school environment clean • Refrain from cheating, plagiarizing, and forging documents • Respect school property and the property of others • Be prepared to learn

Works/Play well in a group (including, but not limited to): • Be considerate of others' feelings • Bring only necessary materials to school (nothing to be traded, sold, etc. for personal

gain, no toys) • Only touch others appropriately (handshake, pat on the back, etc.) • Ask permission to use others' belongings, handles them with care, and returns them • Be responsible for others' safety (no hitting, throwing objects, physical aggression) • Report any incident that could be threat to self or others

Each classroom of students, with their teacher, will develop personalized expectations for their classroom. For additional information, please see Appendix 4.

Anti-Bullying Policy Good behavior is positively encouraged within ACCA, with much emphasis on self-discipline, courtesy and consideration for others. We recognize that children respond well to praise and therefore use it freely to promote good behavior. We also do all that we can to prevent bullying, by reinforcing the school ethos in which bullying is regarded as unacceptable. We aim to: • Build self-esteem, independence, motivation and learning in a safe environment • Reinforce collaborative behavior • Promote awareness, respect and care for others • Have a consistent approach to expectations both inside and outside of school • Develop an awareness of acceptable behavior in an outdoor environment • Develop both children’s and adults pride in their achievements

To do this, the ACCA will: • Create a positive environment to encourage caring, nurturing and acceptable

behavior to all i.e. one another, the environment and the equipment we will be using. • Be mindful of the need to maintain safety at all times • Establish clearly defined standards of expected behavior • Place the needs of the children, including their preferred learning styles, behavioral

needs and school curriculum to maximize individual success and raise self esteem • Provide a positive role model for children and volunteers


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• Promote effective relationships in which all are accepted, valued and treaded equally. The Children will: • Listen carefully to instructions and requests especially concerning safety. • Develop an acceptable attitude towards the environment and one another.

Discipline Measures

Certain procedures and methods will be used in terms of disciplines

Classroom management system including parent contact • Classroom Management: Warning, time out within the classroom, and parent

contacted

Action Plan • Classroom Management: Additional warning, time out within the classroom • Email parent an action plan • Phone call from teacher to parent • Parent signs and returns Action Plan

An Action Plan is a document that allows the teacher and student to discuss and address the student's behavior, the school and classroom rule that was not followed, and appropriate behaviors. The form is a communication tool between the school, student and parent about making good choices.

If a situation occurs at the end of the day, the teacher will call parents that day and an administrator will follow up the next day. Formal Disciplinary Action The consequences for major behavior offenses that include fighting, destroying school or private property, defying authority, or repeated violations of school rules may result in school suspension and dismissal. Toys and Electronics (*Note: BYOD Policy) In order to provide the best learning environment for students, please do not allow your child to bring the following items to school. Additionally, students may not buy or trade items at school: • Toys (including toy or water guns or a knife of any kind) • Electronic devices/toys (ie: MP3 players, gaming devices, etc.) • Items that make distracting noises


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Cell Phones (*Note BYOD Policy) Students may bring a cell phone to school; however, it must stay in the student’s backpack unless using it for a bring-your-own-device (BYOD) activity under the direction of a teacher. ACCA will not be held liable for cell phone damages. Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) As we broaden our use of technology, some teachers may choose to do activities which involve inviting students to bring their own electronic devices (smart phone, tablet, e-readers, etc.). The owner of the device is responsible for ensuring that the device is safe and secure. ACCA and employees of ACCA are not liable or responsible for any theft, damage, or loss of any non-district device or the information on any such device. ACCA is not responsible for any damages, fees, lost functionality, support, or costs that may be the result of students or staff members participating in BYOD. This is a voluntary program, and students will not be penalized if they cannot participate. Whether the device is owned by a parent, student, staff member, or school, the user of the device is responsible for protecting the device at school, on the bus, or at school functions.

First Aid All campuses have First Aid Kit onsite. Student Illness If a child becomes ill during the school day, the front desk will attempt to reach the child’s parents. It is imperative that we be able to reach a parent/guardian at all times. In case of serious medical emergencies, paramedics will be called. Student Medication Children are not to have medications in their possession during the school day, including cough drops. Teachers may assist in dispensing medications if medications are brought in by the parent in the original container with written instructions.

Student Awards and Recognition During the school year, students are recognized who have shown exemplary academic achievement, progress, and/or citizenship. Award criteria are listed below and are based on students’ performance during the entire school year. • Principal’s Honor Roll • Straight A’s and


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• Excellence in conduct, effort and motivation. • School Honor Roll • All A’s and/or B’s and • Satisfactory and/or Excellence in conduct, effort and motivation.

PTA and Student Government and Clubs ACCA’s Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) and the Student Government and Clubs are formal organizations composed of parents, teachers , students and staff. They are intended to promote parental participation and students involvements in learning activities at ACCA. ACCA’s PTA and Student Government and Clubs are committed to the safety, well-being and education of all students. Among our efforts, we strive to ensure every child has a parent/family member who is actively engaged in his or her life and education; every student has the opportunity to learn in a classroom that isn't overcrowded； every student is provided an equitable and excellent school education; every student has equal access to literacy at school; every student is rest-assured that his or her school is safe and drug-free. The major functions of the ACCA PTA and the Student Government and Clubs include the following: • To support and speak on behalf of parents in schools and in the community • To assist parents in developing the skills they need to assist their children in education • To encourage parent and public involvement in the education of ACCA • To bring into closer relation the home and the school, that parents and teachers may

cooperate intelligently in the education of children and youth. • To develop between educators and the general public such united efforts as will

secure for all children and youth the highest advantages in physical, mental, social, and spiritual education

Becoming a PTA member means you're adding your voice to those working to make a difference in children's lives. Together, we can continue to be a powerful voice for students and parents. ACCA PTA Executive Committee 2018-2019 North Campus - [email protected] President: Zhu Shu Vice Presidents: West Campus President: Elena Li


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South Campus - President: Gu Xiaomei Student Government Under the supervision of PTA, ACCA student government to be formed

Responsibilities: • Representing the interests and concerns of the student body • Serving ACCA and the community • Organizing and participating student club activities

Miscellanies Information Classroom Visits As a courtesy to your child’s teacher and to protect instructional time, we ask all parents who are not on duty not to visit during class hours. If you need to meet with a teacher, please schedule a time by contacting the teacher directly. Though it may seem convenient or quick to stop by the room before, during or after the school day, our teachers must supervise and teach students at all times. Please allow your young child to become an independent and responsible student. To do this, we ask that you do not go into the classroom with your child to help him/her with book bags, etc. Birthdays While birthdays are very special occasions and are recognized, birthday parties are not permitted at school. Parents may send in birthday snacks, cupcakes and drinks, but please do not send in balloons, or favors. As a courtesy to teachers, please notify the teacher in advance if you are planning to send in a birthday snack. Do not send in snacks that require cutting.

Due to student confidentiality, we are unable to provide a list of addresses and/or phone numbers of students. We do not distribute birthday invitations at school unless everyone in the class (or everyone of the same gender) is receiving one.

Please let the teacher know if: • Your child has a food allergy • You prefer that your child not be given occasional treats, candy or birthday snacks.

Lost & Found Items found in classrooms, hallways, playground, or restrooms will be taken to the front desk. Please write your child’s name on all personal property for easy identification.


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Messages to Students Only messages of an emergency nature can be delivered to students. Please remember that our purpose is to provide an excellent learning environment, free from interruptions. Use of the telephone by students is permitted only in emergency situations. School Pictures Individual school pictures and group pictures may be taken during the school year and on holidays or special occasions. Waiver and Release of Liability (Appendix 5) is required upon enrollment. School Celebrations The ACCA board permits one school party per term. Room parents help classroom teachers plan these events. Individual classroom celebrations are at the discretion of the classroom teacher. School Communications If you would like to speak with a teacher regarding your child’s progress, please email the teacher directly. Please do not interrupt teachers during instructional time. Teachers make every effort to return emails within 24 hours of receipt. Please be aware, however, that teachers respond to notes and emails outside of instructional time. Parent-on-Duty Rules For detailed rules, please see Appendix 6. Parent Comments and Suggestions

Parents’ comments and suggestions are always welcome! For more information, see Appendix 7.

ACCA Teachers Qualifications or Requirements ACCA has established qualifications for hiring teachers. These qualifications include 1) college degree or higher degree by the time of application in teaching Chinese language as a foreign Language; 2) native speakers or fluency in Chinese; 3) Experience in teaching Chinese language and good command of English are considered plus; 4) Must be eligible to work in the United States; 5) Experience with computer-assisted instruction, online course, and language instructional software is highly desirable.

ACCA teachers are recommended to obtain CPI and WPT oral and written certificate issued by The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). ACTEL is an organization that is dedicated to the improvement and expansion of the teaching and learning of all languages at all levels of instruction. The awarding of an ACTFL certification a is validation of one’s


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understanding of the principles and concepts of oral and written proficiency testing and of one’s ability to apply theory to practice.

Hiring Procedures Those who qualified to teach at ACCA can apply. We accept email application together with Resume attached. When the application is received, School administrator will start the review and arrange sample teaching if the applicants are good fit. When the interview is completed, the new teachers or potential teachers will be assigned to classroom training for at least 4 weeks before starting teaching. Some teacher trainees spend more than 6 months before assigned to teach. ACCA Contract If a person is hired to teach, a teaching contract is signed for one year. The trial teaching is one semester. After the trial-teaching period is over, the teacher will become ACCA teacher and salary is increased. Training and Development ACCA teachers are required to take one mandatory training in each semester. The training is usually organized by the school. Teachers are also encouraged to attend professional trainings on their own. See Appendix 8 for Teacher and Staff Codes and Appendix 9 for Teacher Work Rules.

Emergency Procedures Fire/Evacuation, Severe Weather, and Lock Down drills are held throughout the school year. ACCA teachers, staff and students follow specific procedures for each emergency situation. If it is necessary for students to be checked out during an emergency situation, the school will accommodate only if it does not jeopardize the safety of students. If the emergency requires parents to pick up students from school or an alternate location, parents’ identification will be verified prior to releasing the student. It is imperative that the student information form is updated. If an emergency situation occurs, parents will be notified as soon as administration is available to do so. For more emergency information, please see Appendix 10.


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Appendices Appendix 1: Bylaw (章程) Appendix 2: Student Enrollment Information (学生报名须知) Appendix 3: Grade, Assessment, and Student Progress Report (考试评分及学生成绩单管理制度) Appendix 4: Code of Student Behavior and Conduct (学生守则) Appendix 5: Waiver and Release of Liability (豁免和免除责任) Appendix 6: Information and Parent-on-duty Rules (家长须知和值班要求) Appendix 7: Parents Comments and Suggestions (家长意见调查表) Appendix 8: Teacher and Staff Codes (教师和工作人员守则) Appendix 9: Teacher Work Rules (教师工作细则) Appendix 10: ACCA Emergency Plan (应急计划)


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Appendix 1: Bylaw (章程)


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Appendix 2: Student Enrollment Information (学生报名须知)


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http://www.acca-web.org/index.php/Announcements/announcements-for-north-campus/

http://www.acca-web.org/index.php/Announcements/announcements-for-west-campus/

http://www.acca-web.org/index.php/Announcements/announcements-for-south-campus/

http://www.acca-web.org/index.php/Announcements/announcements-for-north-campus/

http://www.acca-web.org/index.php/Announcements/announcements-for-west-campus/

http://www.acca-web.org/index.php/Announcements/announcements-for-south-campus/


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Appendix 3: Grade, Assessment, and Student Progress Report (考试评分及学生成绩单管理

制度)

考试评分及学生成绩单管理制度（试行）

为规范学校考试评分、学生成绩单的管理，特制定本制度。

一、评分制度

满分为 100 分。其中： 1）课堂参与 10% 2）出勤 5% 3）作业 15% 4）平时测验 10% 5）期中考试 30% 6）期末考试 30 %

二、考试（补考）制度 1、期中考试由任课老师出题。考试内容：读、写各个方面的综合；用口试代替听力。 2、期末考试由学校统一出题。考试内容：听、说、读、写等各个方面的综合。 3、各任课教师应在考试结束后一周内，将需要补考的学生名单交各自分校的校务； 4、分校校务统一在开学后两周内完成补考。考题与学期末考题一样。

三、考试成绩统计报告（一）、学期末成绩报告单

1、因个人成绩是学生的隐私，所以任课教师应把统一格式的《学生成绩报告单》（电

子），单独电邮给每一个学生； 2、各分校在考试一周后将《学生成绩报告单》（电子版）收齐，集中交总校存档。 3、如有索取书面《学生成绩报告单》的家长，请通知总校打印邮寄。 4、任课教师每学年应备有每位学生 2 份（秋季和春季）《学生成绩报告单》；若教

师调离应做好交接工作，保证学生资料的完整。

（二）、期末考试卷分析报告

1、期末考试后一周内老师向学校递交期末考试卷分析报告。 2、为规范总校教学资料的归档管理，期末考试卷分析报告应按学校统一要求的模版

做。

附：期末学习成绩报告单、期末班级考试分析表


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ATLANTA CONTEMPORARY CHINESE ACADEMY 20 XX 年 X 季学习成绩报告单 (Student Report Card for Fall 20XX )

学生 (Student):

班级 (Class):

家庭作业（15%）

(Homework):

平时测验（10%） (Quiz):

期中考试（25%） (Midterm Exam):

课堂参与（10%） (Participation):

出勤（5%） (Attendance):

期末考试（35%） (Final Exam):

总评

(Overall):

教师 (Teacher):


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Appendix 4：Code of Student Behavior and Conduct (学生守则) 1、尊敬老师，友爱同学。不打架，不骂人，言谈举止文明礼貌。

2、按时上课，不迟到，不早退。如因故迟到、早退或缺席，必须向老师请假。

3、认真学习，遵守课堂纪律。按时完成老师布置的家庭作业，按时参加测验和考试。

4、爱护学校的公物，不得擅自动用教室里的教具及其它一切用品；损坏公物要赔偿；不

可进入无人使用的教室。

5、除紧急情况外，严禁动用教学楼里的报警电话和消防警铃。

6、课间休息，禁止在走廊里追逐打闹，不做危险的游戏。

7、保持教学楼里环境整洁，不在课桌，黑板，墙壁及教学楼内任何地方随便涂写；不乱

扔杂物。


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Appendix 5: Waiver and Release of Liability (豁免和免除责任)

Release And Assumption of Risk

In consideration of my children, __________________, ________________, ________________, and _________________I, and my spouse (“releasers”) being permitted to participate in Field Day activities conducted by Atlanta Contemporary Chinese Academy (ACCA), I, for myself, my children, spouse, legal representatives, heirs and assigns, hereby release, waive and discharge the ACCA, its Board of Directors, officers and teachers, members of the parent and teacher association, and the volunteers, (“releases”) from all liability to me, my children, spouse, legal representatives, heirs and assigns, for any and all loss or damage, and any claim or damages resulting therefrom, on account of injury to releasers’ person or property, even injury resulting in death, whether caused by negligence of releases or otherwise while releasers are participating in Field Day activities. Releaser hereby assumes full responsibility for the risk of bodily injury, death or property damage due to the negligence of releases or otherwise while in or upon the property of ACCA Perimeter Church Campus while competing, working, or for any purpose participating in Field Day activities conducted by ACCA. Releaser expressly agrees that this release and waiver is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the State of Georgia, and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect. I allow my children’s photo to be used in conjunction with ACCA Field Day. ______ YES ______ NO Parent Signature ___________________________ Date _________________________


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Appendix 6: Information and Parent-on-duty Rules (家长须知和值班要求)

亚特兰大中文学校家长须知和值班要求

中文学校是每位家长自己的学校。家长的支持与合作是办好学校的前提。家长们应该关心

学校，爱护学校，一切从学校利益出发，协助校务人员和家长会，共同把学校办好。

1、关心自己孩子在学习上的进步和困难，从正面引导孩子学习中文的兴趣。多和老师进

行交流，鼓励和帮助孩子学好中文。

2、经常教育自己的孩子履行学生守则。在行为上给孩子们作榜样，协助学校执行规章制

度。

3、按照学校要求选择时间段，并服从学校的分班和教室的安排. 任何意见要求，请与校务

交流沟通。切不可进入教室或与老师发生争执。学生上课时，非值班家长，未经老师允

许，不能进入教室，亦不能拥挤在门口或走廊上大声喧哗，以免影响老师上课。

4、检查和了解孩子的作业情况。及时上网查看学生班级网页，了解老师布置的作业要

求，并积极配合老师，督促孩子按时完成作业。

5、积极参加家长大会及与老师的座谈会。听取教学，办学。随时向校理事会提出有关意

见和建议。

6、严禁在学校吸烟。

7、各位家长应将车子停在规定的停车位置。不得停在教学大楼门口，以确保学生的安

全。

8、请各位家长按时接送孩子。

9、履行学校的家长值班制度。

家长值班要求 1、值班家长应在上课前 10 分钟到达学校。

2、值班家长应负责维护教室秩序和周围环境, 把上课所需添加的课桌及椅子搬好, 做好课

前准备。

3、上课时值班家长应在教室内帮助老师收发作业，分发上课材料等；帮助老师维持课堂

纪律。


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4、在上课时如有学生因故离开教室时, 值班家长应注意引导学生返回教室, 同时注意这孩

子是否有异常现象。

5、如有学生在上课时或课间有身体不适等情况, 值班家长应及时与学校校务联系。

6、课间休息时, 注意维护走廊安静, 教室整洁。劝阻学生不能在走廊外奔跑和叫喊, 不能玩

弄或破坏教室和大楼内各种书刊及设备, 不能随地丢垃圾。如发生以上事项, 值班家长应

给予劝阻, 并及时向校方报告。肇事学生家长负责赔偿损失。

7、因学校租赁各场所上课，为和业主不发生冲突或矛盾，故请家长下课后帮助老师检查、

清理教室。在所有学生安全离开教室后, 把所添加的课桌椅搬回原处,并应帮助清理教室,在确保完成值责后, 值班家长方可卸任。

8、楼道值班家长应注意维护走廊安静, 停车场的行人安全。

9、如有紧急情况不能到岗时, 可自行与其他家长商量对调。若临时安排不到人, 请及时通

知校务人员(最好在上课前 24 小时之前通知)。

10、为确保该项制度的执行，及为保证学校的教学秩序正常运转, 经多次劝解仍不遵守该

制度的家长, 学校将实施 $30 罚款制度。


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Appendix 7: Parents Comments and Suggestions (家长意见调查表)

学生姓名（可不填）：______________ 班级：_________ 教师：_____________

Student Name (not required): Campus/ Class Teacher

教师/学校校务评估 (请打圈，1 为最差， 10 为最好)

Teacher/ Administrative Staff Evaluation( Please circle the number from 1 to 10, with 10 being the best score)

• 该教师备课认真，授课内容清晰正确 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 N/A

（The lessons are well prepared and taught with Clarity and accuracy）

• 该教师教学放法得当，引入课外教学内容， 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 N/A

激发学习兴趣，符合教学对象（Use proper

Teaching methods and extended materials to help stimulate interest of learning）

• 该教师鼓励学生课堂发言，活跃课堂气氛 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 N/A

（Encourage classroom participation）

• 该教师主动与家长交流沟通 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 N/A

(Communicate with parents proactively)

• 该教师布置适量的家庭作业并认真批改 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 N/A

(The amount of homework is appropriate and the teacher reviews them carefully)

• 对该教师的整体印象 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 N/A

(Overall evaluation of the teacher)

• 你对学校校务管理工作的评估 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 N/A

（Evaluation of school administrative staff）


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请写出你认为该教师今后在教学上应改进的地方和建议：

Please provide your suggestions for improvement for the teacher:

你对学校校务会这学期工作有何意见？对今后工作有何建议？

Please provide your comments and suggestions to the administrative staff

你希望学校能增设哪些课程？

Are there any other courses you hope to add to the existing curriculum?

你希望家长协会能帮助组织哪些其他活动？

Would you like the PTA( Parent Teacher Association) to organize more activities? What kind of activities are you interested in?

你可以帮助学校做义工吗？（请在可以的选项打勾）

Would you like to be the volunteers? (Please check if you can)

代课老师 substitute ____________________

帮助预注册 Pre-registration __________________ 其他 others ___________________________

帮助 PTA 搞活动 Help PTA organize activities _______________


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Appendix 8: Teacher and Staff Codes (教师和工作人员守则)

亚特兰大现代中文学校教师和工作人员守则

为加强学校管理和加强制度建设，制定本守则。第一条学校教师和工作人员应热爱本职工作，维护学校声誉.

第二条学校教师和工作人员必须遵守学校的各项规章制度及工作细则。

第三条学校教师和工作人员一经与学校签约就应履行其职责执行合同规定。

第四条尽快熟悉业务，努力做好本职工作。

第五条学校教师和工作人员应参加学校组织的各项工作会议；教师应参加各类培训；

因故不能参加的，应向相关领导请假核准。

第六条学校教师和工作人员应本着互敬互爱的原则，携手合作，互相帮助，为学校服务。


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Appendix 9: Teacher Work Rules (教师工作细则)

亚特兰大现代中文学校教师工作细则为更好地履行学校的办学宗旨，规范学校教育教学管理，以进一步提高教学质量和教学效

果，特根据我校成立以来的教学实践和经验，修订本细则。

一、总则

1.受聘教师应遵守学校教师守则。

2.各校区教师应服从本校区校长及总校有关教学管理人员对教学工作的安排。教师

有义务参加本校区和总校组织的教师培训活动和教学研讨会。

3.教师应允许学校理事会成员和教学管理人员随时听课和检查教案，以便校方及时

掌握教学进度，改进教学效果。

4.教师应于上课前十分钟到校签到，做好课前准备工作。

5.教师在教学中对所有学生应一视同仁，避免挫伤学生学习中文积极性的语言或其

他不利于调动学生学习中文的言语。

6.凡受聘教师都应配合学校完成其他临时教育教学相关工作。

二、教学内容和进度

1.各年级的教学内容应以学校选定的中文课本为主要教材。

2.教学进度和要求以学校制定的教学大纲为主要依据。

3.教师根据学生对授课内容的掌握情况，可适当调整教学进度。

三、教学计划和教案

1.教师在每学期开学前应准备教学大纲并以此为准则制定一学期的教学计划。并应

在开学第一课前将教学计划提交分校长。

2.教学计划应包括本学期总的教学目标和达到此目标的基本措施，以及每周上课的

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3.教师应深刻钻研教材，做到内容理解深刻，难点把握精准，教法设计得当，并据以写出

具体教案。教师要做到“五备”：备学生，备课程，备情境，备自己，备设计。提倡备课形

式和风格的多样化。

四、健全班级网站

1.每一位中文课教师应建立健全学校统一的班级网站，及时更新其教学内容和有关事项。

2.充分利用现代化教育手段与家长进行沟通，同时使家长能及时了解教学进度及孩子的学

习状况；

五、作业和考试

1. 教师应及时批改作业并记录完成情况和成绩，使家庭作业真正成为巩固和提升学生成绩

的后援手段，而非师生之负担。

2. 定期展示学生学习成果（可根据各分校统一安排）；

3. 教师应公正认真地阅批学期考卷，并及时将成绩和评语以学校统一格式的“考试成绩报

告单” 的方式逐一发至家长。

4. 严格遵守学校《考试评分及学生成绩单管理制度》，做好“班级考试分析表”。

六、教学秩序

1. 教师有义务维护课堂纪律，保证学生在校内的安全及正常的教学秩序。如发现任何学生

有不适当的行为，必须及时加以制止。必要时可与校务及家长联系，以避免发生事故；

2. 与值班家长做好沟通，记录学生的考勤情况，作为优秀学生评选的参考依据；

3. 协助学校维护教室的整洁，下课后应检查教室情况，尽量恢复租用场地的原貌

4. 教师应在学生全部离开教室以后才能离开教室。

七、请假代课

1. 因病、事假需要请代课教师的，应提前两个星期通知分校长，并和分校长商量

落实代课教师。

2.请假的教师应主动做好课程交接工作。


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Appendix 10: ACCA Emergency Plan (应急计划)

ACCA Emergency Plan Overview Being physically and psychologically prepared for emergencies, disasters, accidents, injuries, and crime is the responsibility of an individual as well as an organization. ACCA cares about the safety of the students, parents, teachers, staff, and volunteers who come to the campuses for Chinese learning-related activities. This ACCA Emergency Plan is developed to provide a quick reference to minimize the negative effects resulting from an emergency. An emergency is a sudden, urgent, usually unexpected occurrence or occasion requiring immediate action. A building evacuation can be required for a variety of emergencies: fire, tornadoes, blizzards, floods, toxic chemical releases, and others. The ACCA Emergency Plan addresses emergencies that may be reasonably expected in the campuses. This document is updated as needed and can be located under the “Other” tab of the ACCA website at http://acca-web.org/. Emergency Contact Information 911 – Calls to Police, Fire, and Medical Emergency Personnel 678-576-2238 – Calls to ACCA Emergency Plan Manager, Hui Qin 678-654-1168 – Calls to ACCA General Principal, Linda Sun Building Evacuation Team Building Evacuation Team is made up of the Building Evacuation Leader, the Principal of a particular ACCA Campus, Floor Coordinator, the Administrator of a particular ACCA Campus, and Class Monitors by teachers of each particular class. The Building Evacuation Leader leads the evacuation efforts of the entire building. The Floor Coordinator organizes the evacuation of the entire floor. During an evacuation, floor coordinators carry a sign that identifies the building and floor numbers. The floor coordinator reports to the building evacuation leader. The Class Monitors are the teachers for each classroom and report to the floor coordinator.

http://acca-web.org/


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Building Evacuation Plan Threatening and Violent Behavior

(1) In case of threatening and violent behavior, staff and teacher must take students immediately to a safe place.

(2) If possible, let the school staff handle the issue. (3) Stay calm, listen attentively, and maintain eye contact. (4) Be courteous, patient, and respectful. (5) Keep the situation in your control. (6) Signal a co-worker or supervisor that you need help. (7) Contact the Safety & Security or call 911 if necessary.

Tornado Safety Rules

(1) All students, teachers, and staffs must remain inside the building. (2) Come down to the lower level of the building. (3) Stay in hallway, away from windows and glasses.

Fire Evacuation Plan

(1) In case of fire alarm, school staffs and teachers must organize students/parents to evacuate immediately, and then contact the emergency personnel of the facility.

(2) Follow the pink lines in the maps below to safe place. (3) Do not take elevator! Use stairs. (4) If an exit is blocked by fire, take the other. (5) Do not re-enter the building until authorized by emergency personal.

Building Evacuation Leader

Floor Coordinator

Class Monitor… Class Monitor Class Monitor Class Monitor Class Monitor…


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South Campus Emory Emergency Contact Phone No. 404-727-6111

Callaway Memorial Center 1st floor


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Callaway Memorial Center 2nd floor


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North Campus Perimeter Church Security Contact Phone#: 678-405-2208 Perimeter Church Main Level Students, teachers, staff, parents, and volunteers on the upper level should take the stairs indicated by purple stars to the main level, and then follow the arrows to safe area. DO NOT TAKE ELEVATOR!


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West Campus East Cobb Middle School Emergency Contact Phone#: 404-790-0388, Gail Brown, [email protected]



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亚特兰大现代中文学校应急计划 (中文版)

概述能够身心力行地应对紧急情况，灾难，意外，伤害和犯罪是每一个人和每一个单位的责

任。亚特兰大现代中文学校关心来中文学校进行中文学习的学生，家长，教师，工作人员

和志愿者的安全。本亚特兰大现代中文学校应急计划旨在提供一个快速参考，来尽量减少

紧急情况可能造成的负面影响。紧急情况是突然，紧急，通常情况下没有预料到的意外的事件或需要立即采取行动的特殊

情况。需要执行建筑物疏散的各种可能的紧急情况包括：火灾，龙卷风，暴风雪，洪水，

有毒化学品释放，及其它。本亚特兰大现代中文学校应急计划旨在提供校园内可能出现的

紧急情况的应对措施。本文档会根据需要更新，大家可以通过 ACCA 网站的“其他”选项卡下找到，网址为

http://acca-web.org/。

紧急情况联系信息 911 – 打电话给警察，消防和医疗救护队员

678-576-2238 – 打电话给亚特兰大现代中文学校应急计划经理，惠秦

678-654-1168 – 打电话给亚特兰大现代中文学校总校长，孙丽建筑物疏散小组建筑疏散小组由建筑物疏散领导 - 亚特兰大现代中文学校各分校校长，楼层协调员- 各分

校特定管理员，以及每个特定班级的教师 - 班级监督员组成。建筑物疏散领导人领导整个建筑物的疏散工作。楼层协调员组织整个楼层的疏散。在撤离

期间，楼层协调员携带标识建筑物和楼层号码的标志。楼层协调员向建筑物疏散领导报

告。班级监视员是每个教室的老师，并向各楼层协调员报告。

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建筑物疏散计划威胁和暴力行为

（1）如果发生威胁和暴力行为，工作人员和教师必须立即将学生带到安全的地方。

（2）如果可能，让学校工作人员处理这个问题。

（3）保持冷静，仔细聆听，保持眼神接触。

（4）要有礼貌，耐心和尊重。

（5）控制情况的发展。

（6）通知同事或主管您需要帮助。

（7）如有必要，请联系安全和安保部门或致电 911。

龙卷风安全规则 (1) 所有学生，教师和工作人员必须留在建筑物内。

(2) 下到大楼的下层。

(3) 留在走廊，远离窗户和玻璃。

火灾疏散计划

（1）如果发生火灾，学校员工和教师必须立即组织学生/家长疏散，然后立即与设施

的应急人员联系。

（2）按照下面各个分校租赁场地地图中的粉红线标示，到达安全的地方。

建筑物疏散领导

楼层协调员

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（3）不要乘电梯！使用楼梯。

（4）如果一个出口被火灾阻塞，走另一个出口。

（5）除非经紧急人员授权，否则不得重新进入建筑物。

南校区爱默雷大学联系电话：404-727-6111 Callaway Memorial Center 1st floor Map


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Callaway Memorial Center 2nd floor


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北校 Perimeter 教堂联系电话: 678-405-2208 Perimeter 教堂一层（Main Level）楼上的学生，教师，工作人员，父母和志愿者应该按照紫星所示的楼梯去一层，然

后按照箭头到安全区。不要乘坐电梯！


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西校 East Cobb 中学紧急联系电话：404-790-0388, Gail Brown, [email protected]

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