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4601 Sheridan Street Hollywood, Florida 33021 Tel: 561-617-3437

Web: www.MyAFAD.org

2020 - 2021

STUDENT CATALOG GUIDELINES & HANDBOOK

Student Guidelines & Handbook

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Academic Catalog & Tuition .................................................................................... 3 – 8 Students Rights and Responsibilities .............................................................................. 9

Admission Policy ............................................................................................................ 9 Admissions cont. & Dismissal Policy ........................................................................... 10 Re-Enrollment Policy ...................................................................................... ...……..11 ThinkWave Online Campus ........................................................................................ 11 Arrival Procedures ....................................................................................................... 12 Dismissal Procedures & Union Institute Articulation Agreement ................................ 12 Attendance Procedure ............................................................................................ 13 Cell phone Policy ......................................................................................................... 13 No Smoking Policy ..................................................................................................... 14 Graduation Requirements ............................................................................................ 15 Academic Grades ......................................................................................................... 16 Grading Guidelines ...................................................................................................... 16 Code of Conduct .......................................................................................................... 17 Student Behaviors and School Responses ................................................................... 18 Veteran’s Affairs .................................................................................................. 19 – 20 Florida Department of Education Vocational Rehabilitation….....................................21 SIGNATURE PAGE .....................................................................................................22


The AFAD began its first training in May 2001. We are a Provider with the Florida Certification Board—Provider # 5267-A. The AFAD works together with the State Board of Addictions Professionals (FCB) to keep our educational curriculum to its highest standards, and our faculty continue working in their chosen fields so they can deliver innovative & relevant education to the student body. We are proud of our program and our faculty, who are not only well qualified academically, but have years of practical experience in the addiction field which they bring to the classroom to share with course participants. All faculty at AFAD are licensed addiction counselors with “qualified supervisor” status under Chapter 397 FL., Laws & Statues. The entire program (360 hours) required to complete your board certification can be completed in just 12 months if you take all courses in sequence. Our open enrollment allows newcomers to begin their studies at any time throughout the year, at the beginning of any of the courses. We will help you to get all your educational credits to sit for your Florida State Boards for MCAP, CAP, and the CAC - IC&RC International Exams. Your work experience can come from only paid direct client contact (you can work as a substance abuse or addiction treatment BHT/Counselor/Case Manager/CRSS/Preventions/or any position that has direct client contact to start gaining your direct client contact hours). If you are still working on your higher education, we are happy to inform you that the AFAD and Union Institute & University developed an articulation agreement whereby UI&U will award one college credit for each 15 hours of your studies with us. When you complete the entire 360 hours, you can be awarded up to 25 college credits toward your bachelor’s degree, should you decide to continue your studies at UI&U, and we hope you will. We therefore encourage you to take all 360 hours of education with us. We currently have one main campus in Broward County (Hollywood), and of course our (online virtual campus) once enrolled you will receive your log in credentials to “THINKWAVE” our online hybrid campus and www.AFAD.Boards.net cohort discussion board. You will be able to upload assignments for each course, check grades, print unofficial transcripts etc. Our main campus is located at Union Institute & University’s Florida Academic Center 4601 Sheridan Street Hollywood, Florida 33021. For more detailed information, please visit our website www.MyAFAD.org. where you can find a list of all required courses necessary to complete our program successfully. We partner with several treatment facilities and offer special tuition rates. It is AFAD’s impeccable reputation in the field of substance abuse and mental health and relationship with major accrediting boards that speaks for itself. We are the only program of this kind in the country offering college credits and transfer to a major accredited university immediately after completing all courses at AFAD.


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WE OFFER THE FOLLOWING EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS & DIPLOMA PROGRAMS:

Master's Level Certified Addictions Professional

(MCAP) 360hrs/25cr. 12 Months Cost $6000.00

Certified Addictions Professional (CAP) 360hrs/25cr. 12 Months Cost $6000.00

Certified Addictions Counselor (CAC) 360hrs/25cr. 12 Months Cost $6000.00

Certified Mental Health Professional

(CMHP) Cost $3000.00

Certified E - Therapist

(CET) Cost $6000.00

Certified Prevention

(CPS) or (CPP) Cost $6000.00

Certified Gambling Addiction Counselor

(CGAC) 360hrs/25cr. 12 Months Cost $6000.00

Recovery Coach (Certification) - $2500.00

Case Manager (Certification) - $1250.00

Interventionist (Certification) - $3200.00

Recovery Residence Administrator

(CRRA) Cost $1500.00

Peer Specialists

(CRSS or CPRS) Cost $1500.00

Tobacco Treatment Specialist (CTTS) - $1100.00

Mental Health & Behavioral Health Tech

(CBHT) Cost $1100.00

Courses offered in hybrid classroom format or online!

Veterans’ Affairs Education Benefits: *Pro-rata policy in accordance with 38 CFR §21.4254(c)(13) and §21.4255) is followed by AFAD any unused Federal funds, Veteran’s Grants etc. will be returned to its appropriate vendor if student doesn’t comply in anyway while

attending AFAD.


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Core Curriculum

& Core Course Descriptions

A & *B- 501: Addictionology (3 Cr. or 45 Hr.)

This course will provide a comprehensive introduction to the disease of chemical dependence and related addiction disorders. It will include a historical context, definitions, symptom identification,

progression, treatment and prevention. Terms and concepts related to the theory, research, and practice of addictions will also be included.

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A & *B - 502: Addiction-Mental Health & Pharmacology (1 Cr. or 15 Hr.)

This course will provide definitions and the use of pharmacological treatment of addiction to alcohol and chemical substances. Included will be detailed descriptions of the medications used to

treat clients with co-occurring mental health illness referenced in the American Psychological Association DSM-V manual. The focus will be on the use of medications prescribed by psychiatrists to be used in conjunction with mental health counseling. A detailed description of medication used for different diagnoses, side effects, and skills necessary for the counselor to support collaborative treatment will be discussed through lecture, video, and interactive class group exercise. Hand-outs

listing medications with corresponding information will be provided.

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A & *B - 503: STD/HIV-AIDS and Addiction (1 Cr. or 15 Hr.)

This course will provide the knowledge and understanding of HIV/AIDS and addiction. Each section of this 15-hour course will be guided by the Florida Certification Board (FCB) adopted

National Standards for addiction treatment. Included are the social, community, and personal life changes impacted by the effects of HIV/AIDS and addiction. Prevention, cultural significance, and

professional competence in working with the HIV/AIDS addicted client will be highlighted. ___________________

A & *B - 504: LGBT, Human Sexuality, Cultural Issues & Addiction (1 Cr. or 15 Hr.)

This course will provide the knowledge and understanding of the behaviors, impact and consequences of sexual addiction on the addict, significant others and family members. Resources and treatment interventions will be presented. Didactic group exercises will present opportunities for participants to integrate knowledge and understanding of assessing healthy sexual behaviors

from the persistent and escalating patterns of sexual behaviors acted out despite increased negative consequences in the collaborative treatment of substance abuse.


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A - 505: Psychopathology & Domestic Violence (3 Cr. or 45 Hr.)

This course will provide a concise definition of coexisting disorders and will teach the student the professional skills recommended in the best practices in treatment of the dually diagnosed client. In addition, there will be a detailed explanation of domestic violence and the co-existence in addiction

treatment. Each section of this 45 hour course will be guided by the Florida Certification Board (FCB) adopted National Standards for Substance Abuse treatment. Experiential individual and group activities provide opportunities to critique case examples and implement substance abuse

treatment for the Co-Occurring Disorders, and 2 hours assess the signs and symptoms for referral of the client in the cycle of domestic violence.

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A - 506: Clinical Counseling Theory & Techniques - I (Etiology)

(3 Cr. or 45 Hr.) This course will introduce the student to the elements of addiction counseling, addiction counselor

skills, and competency requirements, and a host of counseling techniques utilized in individual, group, family, and education counseling. This course will introduce the student to Freud, Yung,

Gestalt Psychology, and many others to help the professional understand the foundations & evaluation of professional clinical counseling skills.

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A - 507: Clinical Evaluation (2 Cr. or 30 Hr.) This course will provide a concise definition of intake, screening and assessment, including the

necessary skills and tools for completion. Each section of this 30-hour course will be guided by the Florida Certification Board (FCB) adopted National Standards for Substance Abuse Clinical

Evaluation. Focus will be on the legal and ethical issues, and data sources for culturally competent treatment need determinations to increase Professional Readiness. Experiential individual and

group activities provide opportunities for the practical application of intake, screening and assessment in the treatment of addiction.

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A & *B - 508: Treatment Planning, Implementations & Review (2 Cr. or 30 Hr.) This course will acquaint the student with a definition of treatment planning and implementation.

It will also teach required legal inclusions and time frames and techniques utilized to complete these processes. It will provide hands-on practice of treatment plan creation to acquaint the student with a practical application of the material learned. It will also include a review of the legal and ethical issues that must be taken into consideration during each process. It will include the importance of involving the client’s opinions in creating an individualized treatment plan and creating objectives

that will be most appropriate for the clients, age, gender, cultural, educational, and spiritual needs. It should prepare the student for successful completion of the MCAP/CAP/CAC exam in the area of treatment planning and updates to the plan. Each section of this 30-hour course will be guided by

the Florida Certification Board (FCB) adopted National Standards for Substance Abuse Treatment Planning and Continued Assessment and Treatment Planning indicated in the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment/Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (CSAT/SAMHSA).

A & *B - 509: Case Management (1 Cr. or 15 Hr.) This course will provide a concise definition of case management, consultation and referral

processes and will discuss the professional skills for best practices of service coordination specific to the treatment of addiction. Each section of this 15 hour course will be guided by the Florida

Certification Board (FCB) adopted National Standards for Substance Abuse Case Management including: Service Coordination, Consultation, and Referrals indicated in the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment/Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (CSAT/SAMHSA)

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A - 510: Clinical Counseling Theory & Techniques - II (Implementation)

(3 Cr. or 45 Hr.) This course will help the student implement the advanced elements of addiction counseling, addiction counselor skills learned in A506 and the competency requirements, and a host of

counseling techniques utilized in individual, group, and family counseling. It will include role play situations that will acquaint the student with practical application of the learned material. Special

attention will be given to cultural diversity and sensitivity with the addicted population. It will explore motivational methods as they regard the stages of change addiction clients go through from

problem identification to recovery and examine legal and ethical issues involved in counseling addiction clients. It will also explore the use of cognitive behavioral problem solving therapy.

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A & *B - 511: Client, Community & Family Education (1 Cr. or 15 Hr.)

This course will provide the addiction counselor with resources and skills necessary for working with family and community prevention, education, and treatment of substance

dependence/addiction. Each section of this 15-hour course will be guided by the Florida Certification Board (FCB) adopted National Standards for Substance Abuse Addiction Treatment

Education including: information on risks related to psychoactive substances and the recovery process indicated in the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment (CSAT) and the /Substance Abuse

and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).


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A & *B - 512: Clinical Documentation (1 Cr. or 15 Hr.)

This course will provide the knowledge and skills for the accurate record keeping of all client-related data within the treatment process from the client’s initial screening to the discharge

summary. Each section of this 15-hour course will be guided by the Florida Certification Board (FCB) adopted National Standards for Substance Abuse record and documentation guidelines indicated in the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment/Substance Abuse and Mental Health

Services Administration (CSAT/SAMHSA). ___________________

A & *B - 513: Clinical Supervision (1 Cr. or 16 Hr.)

This course will provide the knowledge and skills for administrative, clinical, and evaluative process of monitoring, assessing, and enhancing counselor performance specific to the treatment of

addiction in the role of supervision.. Each section of this 16-hour course will be guided by the Florida Certification Board (FCB) adopted National Standards for the Center for Substance Abuse

Treatment/Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (CSAT/SAMHSA). ___________________

A - 514: Laws & Ethics in Counseling

(2 Cr. or 30 Hr.) *B - 514: Laws & Ethics in Counseling

(1 Cr. or 15 Hr.) This course will provide the knowledge and skills which meet the obligations of an addictions counselor to adhere to accepted ethical and behavioral standards of conduct and continuing

professional development. Each section of this 15 or 30-hour course will be guided by the Florida Certification Board (FCB)

Professional Code of Ethics. Case examples, role play, and ethical dilemma problem solving will be provided in experiential group exercises.

END of Core Course Descriptions

Curriculum for; (*B) Department of Health (LMHC, LMFT, LCSW) licensed professionals only.


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Academy for Addictive Disorders admits qualified students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. The school does not discriminate on any basis including learning challenges due to pre-existing or unrecognized cognitive diagnosis. Any student must report said diagnosis to facilitate appropriate learning environment and possible tutoring. AFAD is not responsible for fees affiliated with "educational tutoring" but will supply student body with case management to connect student with a tutor pool.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Students have the right to be given a clear explanation of their conduct; Students have the responsibility to act in a polite manner, respect others and to observe all school and classroom rules.

Students have the right to achieve academic success; Students have the responsibility to maintain standards of academic performance.

Admission Policy


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Required Documentation (All Programs at AFAD)

□ Student transcript from any other completed programs to evaluate appropriate credit transfer into our program and beyond.

Dismissal Policy

Academy for Addictive Disorders has an open enrollment policy; however, applications need to be submitted early within 2 weeks of chosen class. We accept applications until we have reached our limits. Academy for Addictive Disorders asks potential students, families, significant others to take a tour and complete applications at the conclusion of the tour. Applications are all completed (Online ONLY) our website www.MyAFAD.org

Academy for Addictive Disorders requires specific documentation in order for school administrators to ensure our academic approach will be the right fit for the student. It is the goal of our school to ensure that any student who enrolls will have the best opportunity for success. Upon scheduling an appointment to come tour the school, we encourage to review the list below to ensure the appropriate documentation is readily available.

threatens or commits bodily harm against a student, staff/faculty member, or Student. Dismissal can also occur due to the following reasons: □ Truancy

□ Lack of Academic Progress and/or Plagiarism of any kind!

□ Breaking School Policy

□ Failure to Pay Tuition and/or Fees

□ Student/Guardian Does Not Comply with School Policy


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Academy for Addictive Disorders will have specific administrative documentation to support the dismissal of any student.

Re-Enrollment Policy . Re-enrollment after Dismissal or Withdrawal

Academy for Addictive Disorders reserves the right to re-enroll any student after they have been dismissed or have withdrawn previously. In those instances, students can be re-enrolled upon careful review of circumstances. A student, who has been dismissed for threatening or committing bodily harm against a student, staff/faculty member, or parent, will not be eligible for re-enrollment. Academy for Addictive Disorders will require specific administrative documentation to support the re- enrollment of any student.

**Academy for Addictive Disorders does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in the implementation of its administrative, admission, dismissal, re-enrollment, or educational policies.

ThinkWave "ONLINE" Campus & Hybrid Learning Environment

It is the school’s commitment to keep our Students highly informed of their progress. ThinkWave is our school Management/Online Campus-Web software. ThinkWave provides Students with an Online access to attendance, discipline, grades, progress reports, report cards, homework, lesson plans, teachers’ websites, and much more. In order to be able to use ThinkWave, Students must provide the school with an email address.

Go to Https://www.myafad.org/student-log-in/ and follow the Login instructions.

Arrival Procedures

□ All students enter through Union Institute & University or other AFAD campus main entrance between 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm.

□ No student may leave campus after arrival without administration permission. □ Classes begin at 6:30 pm for all programs. (Exception for Online Students).


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o Please see your professors syllabus for their class policy.

Dismissal Procedures

o Please refer to your professor’s own class policy.

Union Institute & University's Articulation Agreement with AFAD

The Academy for addictive Disorders has entered into an articulation agreement with Union Institute & University; once you complete your course work at AFAD, you may transfer 25 credits toward a bachelor’s degree in Psychology or Social Work.

***Please ask your admissions counselor/registrar for a copy of said agreement if needed.

*** You may also contact; Union Institute & University's Florida Academic Center for confirmation of said agreement. Toni Soldano (Director of Admissions) Tel: 800-486-7141 ext. 2130

Uniform;

AFAD is not a uniform school. School uniforms are not mandatory for any students.

Academy for Addictive Disorders does include:

□ T-shirt with the school logo given to each student at NO-CHARGE.


12 AFAD has an appropriate dress code, all students must be appropriately dressed including a top, a bottom, or dress, shoes, and appropriate under garments.

Following attire are prohibited in the school at all times. Among these are:

□ Miniskirts and minidresses □ See-through clothing □ Low cut tops □ Shirts which expose the stomach □ Shorts no shorter than mid-thigh □ Beach thongs □ Any clothing or jewelry that has pictures or messages that are indecent, racially,

religiously, or sexually offensive or suggestive, associated with gangs, or which encourages violence, or the use of drugs and/or alcohol.

STUDENTS VIOLATING THE DRESS CODE UPON ENTRY TO SCHOOL WILL NOT BE PERMITTED ON CAMPUS AND WILL BE REQUIRED TO LEAVE CAMPUS.

Attendance Procedure Attendance is taken by the teacher every period using ThinkWave. Absent or tardy students are marked (AU) or (TU) unless a different direction is received from the office.

Excused Absences: In order for an absence to be excused, the Student must report the reason for the absence to the school prior to or the day of the absence. Absences may be excused for the following reasons:

□ Illness of student. If a student is absent for more than 3 classes, a doctor’s note will be required to return to school.

□ Death in family. □ Religious holidays of the student's own specific faith.


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□ Absence Reports: o Absences may be reported by telephone, e-mail, or written note. o The report must not come less than 24hrs from scheduled class, you

may not send text 1hr before scheduled class and have an excused absence.

o School staff members have legal right to ask for a legal written excuse. □ Make-up work: Students have the responsibility to ask teachers for make-up

assignments. All students are expected to make up classwork, homework, and quizzes or tests that a missed during excused absences.

□ Students with a communicable disease or head lice are not allowed to attend school. In order to return to school, Students must obtain a doctor's note stating that the student is no longer contagious.

Cell phone Policy Cell phones or other electronic devices MAY NOT BE USED on school campus before dismissal. THIS INCLUDES ARRIVAL TIME. Cell phones and other electronics like iPods and MP3 players are very disruptive and have been the cause of many undesirable situations, please silence your cell phone during class time. Remember you're paying good money to miss any information that could jeopardize your ability to pass your state boards.


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No Smoking Policy

□ AFAD’s & Union's campus has an absolutely no smoking policy. This includes e- cigarettes and applies to students, staff, Students, and visitors.

□ Florida State Law provides for fines and required community service for the use or possession of tobacco products. This is in addition to the school's disciplinary policy.


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Graduation Requirements All students graduating must meet the following minimum standards to receive a diploma:

□ Completion of a minimum of 25 credits. □ Complete all required coursework. □ Be approved by all instructors/professors with a passing grade. □ Veterans Affairs GI-Bill must keep a 2.9 grade average to graduate.

Academic Grades Alphabet letters will be used for evaluation purposes, A, B, C, D, F. Evaluation scale as follows:

Evaluation Numerical Grade Translation A 90 -100 Excellent B 80 - 89 Good C 70 - 79 Satisfactory D 60 - 69 Minimum required for passing F 0 – 59 FAIL

Evaluation may be based on:

□ Class participation includes (Discussion Board) □ Projects □ Quizzes and tests □ Homework □ Behavior □ Student’s attendance and punctuality

Grading Guidelines (this policy is at the discretion of the professor) The steps of the ‘3-Day Rule’ for Assignments, Projects, Quizzes, and Tests are:

o If a student does not hand in an assignment on time and/or hands in an “Missing” or “Failing” assignment:

o An “M” is recorded in the ThinkWave. o The student now has 3 days to redo and resubmit it to “Thinkwave” to

have the grade replaced o If work is not re-done within the 3 days, a failing (F) grade or a zero (0)

will be recorded in the “ThinkWave”.


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If not handed in or completed on time:

□ Teacher initiates ‘3-day Rule’: o One (1) week late … Grade is at Teacher’s Discretion o Two (2) week late … Maximum Possible Grade = C o Three (3) week Late … Maximum Possible Grade = D o After closing … Student will receive a failing grade on the assignment.

Assignments, projects, quizzes, and tests not completed because of an unexcused absence are to be completed the day the student comes back to receive full credit. Every week after will result in a drop one grade.

If a student is recognized to need assistance in a specific subject, the teacher of that subject will contact the Student to schedule tutoring.

Merit and Demerit System Academy for Addictive Disorders follows a student code of behavior based on merits and demerits. This is used for instilling in each student a sense of self-discipline and promotes a lack of distractions in the classrooms. This code of behavior applies at all times during the school day and during any school related activity.

Merits are issued to students who consistently show positive behaviors worthy of commendation. These merits are considered in honor of the student’s overall positiveness toward AFAD, and do not “erase” demerits.

Demerits may be issued, but not limited to, the following infractions: excessive tardiness, poor manners; unprepared for class; inappropriate behavior; inappropriate bathroom activities, generally a lack of self-control and behaviors determined to be inappropriate by teachers and administration.


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Once a demerit is issued, it is not retracted. A student receiving five (5) demerits results in an intervention using Restorative Practices.

In the event that the student does not meet a successful conclusion with regard to behavioral concerns, repeated infractions may result in suspension and/or expulsion.

Code of Conduct A good sense of discipline develops character, orderliness, and true consideration of others, and is nothing more than acceptable behavior and common courtesy to each other. As with all other learning processes, Students are the first teachers of acceptable behavior, and must be supportive and work cooperatively with the school to further develop this system of philosophy and values. Students need to realize their own interests, abilities, strengths, and weaknesses, and that they are not the same for all. Each student is beautiful and unique and should not be made to feel otherwise. For this reason, the school has a procedure in which students are reminded that order and organization are necessary in an educational setting. An important part of the procedure is the use of Restorative Practices. Disrespect and poor attitude/behavior, and a disregard for school rules are not acceptable behavior. The school administration retains the right to make exceptions and/or amendments to the discipline code. The CEO is the final recourse in all disciplinary actions and may waive any rule for just cause at her discretion.

If actions become serious and continual, more immediate and direct action may be taken in accordance with the standards of AFAD.

The CEO, in consultation with faculty and staff, retains the right to suspend or expel a student when an action warrants such a procedure.


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Student Behaviors and School Responses

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Cheating Bullying Alcohol/Drug Bullying Classroom Disruption Disrespect Breaking and Entering Arson Disorderly Conduct Fighting Bullying Threats Disrespect Forgery Disrespect Battery Dress Code Extortion Bomb Threats/ Explosions

Minor Insubordination Fighting False Fire Alarm False/Misleading Information Intimidation/ Threats Vandalism ($100 to $999) Firearms Harassment Gross Insubordination/ Open

Defiance Inciting/Leading/Participating in Major Disruption

Insubordination Repeated Misconduct Illegal Organizations Larceny/Theft ($300 or Over) Stealing ( under $50) Possession of Contraband Other Weapons

Skipping Class/Walking Out of class

Alcohol/Drug Smoking / Chewing Tobacco Products

Repeated Misconduct

Tardiness Firecracker/Fireworks Stealing ($50 to $299) Robbery/ Extortion Technology Violation/ Cell Phone

Gang Related Activity Trespassing Sexual Battery

Bullying Harassment Violation of Behavior Contract Sexual Harassment Other Misconduct Sexual Harassment Other Weapons Harassment

Cell Phone/Technology Violation

Other Serious Misconduct Motor Vehicle Theft

Tobacco Product (or Vaping)

Physical Attack Vandalism ($1000 or Over)

Vandalism(Under $100) Threats Other Misconduct Other Misconduct Gang Related Sexual Harassment

Possible Responses

Counseling and Direction Appropriate Response from Level 1

Appropriate Response from Level 1 or Level 2

Suspension

Verbal Reprimand Behavior Contract/Plan Sent to School CEO Sent to School CEO Special Work Assignment Special Work Assignment Behavior Contract/Plan Referral to Intervention

Program Restorative Justice Restorative Justice Restorative Justice Restorative Justice Withdrawal of Privileges Internal Suspension Internal Suspension Temporary Removal Return of Property Return of Property Return of Property Expulsion Detention Detention Suspension from School Record in ThinkWave Peace Club Alternative Classroom Expulsion

Referral to H.S. Conflict Resolution Class

Warning of Referral to Level 2

Confiscation of Materials Confiscation of Contraband Confiscation of Materials

Peer Mediation Record in ThinkWave Peer Mediation

Record in ThinkWave Warning of Referral to Level 4 Record in ThinkWave

A more comprehensive version of the Student Code of Conduct can be found at www.MyAFAD.org

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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Veterans Benefits Administration Post-9/11 GI Bill: General Information

Who is Eligible for Benefits Under the Post-9/11 GI Bill? Individuals who serve at least 90 days of aggregate active duty service after Sept. 10,

2001. To be eligible for 100 percent of the benefit, one of the following must be true:

• You served 36 total months of active duty. • You were discharged after Sept. 10, 2001 for a service-connected disability after 30

days of continuous active duty service. Note: Active duty service time required by graduates of a service academy or ROTC does

not count toward the three years necessary to qualify for full benefits. If you served fewer than 36 months, your percentage of benefits ranges from 40 to 90

percent: • 90 percent: 30 total months, including active duty in entry level and skill training • 80 percent: 24 total months, including active duty in entry level and skill training • 70 percent: 18 total months, excluding active duty in entry level and skill training • 60 percent: 12 total months, excluding active duty in entry level and skill training • 50 percent: six total months, excluding active duty in entry level and skill training • 40 percent: 90 or more days, excluding active duty in entry level and skill training For example, an individual with five months of qualifying service could receive 40

percent of the tuition benefit and monthly housing allowance, and $400 for books and supplies.

Note: You must have an honorable discharge to be eligible. February 2019 2

What Benefits Do Students Receive Under the Post-9/11 GI Bill? • Full tuition and fees, paid directly to the school for all public school in-state

students o Private or foreign school tuition and fees are capped at the national maximum

rate. For current rates, please visit https://benefits.va.gov/GIBILL/resources/benefits_resources/rates/ch33/ch33ra

tes080118.asp o The Yellow Ribbon Program may help reimburse the difference if you attend an

expensive private school or public school as an out-of-state resident. • A monthly housing allowance (MHA)

o This is generally the same as the basic allowance for housing (BAH) for monthly housing rates.

o Your MHA is based on the zip code of the campus where you attend the majority of your classes.

o For more information, visit https://gibill.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1412/

• An annual books and supplies stipend o Paid to the student.

o Amount is up to $1,000, paid proportionately based on enrollment. • A one-time rural benefit payment of $500 to individuals who reside in a county

with six people or fewer per square mile o Determined by the most recent decennial census.

o You must have to physically relocate at least 500 miles to attend school, or relocate by air to attend school, if no other land-based transportation exists.

What Training and Education Programs Are Paid for Under the Post-9/11 GI Bill?

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Approved training includes: • Graduate and undergraduate degrees

• Vocational or technical training • On-the-job training and apprenticeship

• Flight training • Correspondence training

February 2019 3 • Licensing and national testing programs

• Entrepreneurship training and tutorial assistance All training must be approved for GI Bill benefits.

What Is New About the Post-9/11 GI Bill? The Harry W. Colmery Veterans Educational Assistance Act, also known as the “Forever GI Bill,” was signed into law on Aug. 17, 2017. It brings significant changes to Veterans’

education benefits. How Does the New Forever GI Bill Immediately Affect You?

• The changes eliminated the 15-year time limit for using Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits. This applies to Veterans who left active duty on or after Jan. 1, 2013 and qualifying

dependents. o This includes Fry Scholarship children who became eligible on or after Jan. 1,

2013 and all Fry Scholarship spouses. • If you had eligibility under the Reserve Education Assistance Program (REAP) and

lost it, that service will be credited toward the Post-9/11 GI Bill program. • Certain work-study is permanently authorized. Previously, it had to be reapproved

by Congress every few years. • VA will help Veterans identify schools that offer priority enrollment.

• If you use the Post-9/11 GI Bill after Jan. 1, 2018, you will receive a monthly housing allowance. The amount is based on the Department of Defense basic

housing allowance (BAH) for monthly housing rates. • As of Aug. 1, 2018, your MHA is based on the zip code of the campus where you

attend the majority of your classes. • As of Aug. 1, 2018, Service members and honorably discharged Veterans who were

awarded a Purple Heart on or after Sept. 11, 2001, are entitled to Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits. These benefits are at the 100-percent benefit level for up to 36 months

What Resources Are Available? • See communications on the Forever GI Bill:

https://www.benefits.va.gov/GIBILL/FGIBCommunications.asp. • Ask your local Veterans Service Officers.

February 2019 4 Our Education Call Center is available at 1-888-442-4551 (Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. -6 p.m.

CST) for any questions about GI Bill benefits. Join the conversation on Facebook at www.facebook.com/gibillEducation and follow us

on Twitter @VAVetBenefits. GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill

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VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION

If you have trouble finding the office nearest to you, contact the area director listed at the bottom of this page.

Belle Glade Unit 21AA 1085 South Main St. Belle Glade, FL 33430-4907 Phone: (561) 992-1316 Fax: (561) 992-1378 Carla Leaty, Supervisor County: Palm Beach

Boca Raton Unit 21B Congress Corporate Plaza 902 Clint Moore Rd., Suite 118 Boca Raton, FL 33487-2846 Phone: (561) 544-4657 Fax: (561) 544-4663 Shanqua Sims-Brown, Supervisor County: Palm Beach

Coral Springs Unit 22E 2825 North University Drive, Suite 210 Coral Springs, FL 33065 Phone: (954) 346-2828 Fax: (954) 346-2801 Caitlyn Forman, Supervisor County: Broward

Ft. Lauderdale Units 22B and 22C 1400 West Commercial Blvd., Suite 115 Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309-3782 Phone: (954) 202-3800 Fax: (954) 202-3890 Prudence Mollica, Supervisor 22B Kimberly Smith, Supervisor 22C County: Broward

Greenacres Unit 21D 6803 Lake Worth Road, Suite 200 Greenacres, FL 33467 Phone: (561) 808-1900 Fax: (561) 357-4808 Dawn Stricklin, Supervisor County: Palm Beach

Hollywood Unit 22D 7550 Davie Road Extension Hollywood, FL 33024-2622 Phone: (954) 893-5093 Fax: (954) 893-5097 Matthew Lane, Supervisor County: Broward

Sunrise Unit 22A 7771 West Oakland Park Blvd., Suite 201 Sunrise, FL 33351-6796 Phone: (954) 747-7900 Fax: (954) 747-7916 Erin Costanian , Supervisor County: Broward

West Palm Beach Units 21A & 21C 400 North Congress Ave., Suite 300 West Palm Beach, FL 33401-2912 Phone: (561) 624-6957 Fax: (561) 242-5473 Carla Leaty, Supervisor 21A Henrietta Tennell, Supervisor 21C County: Palm Beach

Cynthia Gaber, Area Director Lauren Veit, Area Supervisor Joseph Mahoney, Area Supervisor VR Administrative Office 7771 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Suite 122 Sunrise, FL. 33351 [email protected] Phone: (954) 453-0680

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The administration reserves the right to amend any policy or principle contained in these guidelines. Final decisions concerning behavioral issues are at the sole discretion of the administration.

Please sign the following page and send it back to the school immediately.

I understand the rules, regulations, and procedures and the student code of conduct

as presented and will abide by the stated guidelines.

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