Student/Parent Handbook

IvyTech Charter School

6591 Collins Dr, Suite E-4

Moorpark, CA  93021

www.ivytechcharterschool.org

(805) 222-5188

Welcome to IvyTech! We’re excited for you to join our school community. The Student/Parent Handbook outlines important information about our flex-based, independent study program. Please read through the information carefully to best understand our expectations, policies, and procedures.

V I S I O N

IvyTech Charter School envisions a learning community where every student, family, and staff member works in partnership to build the habits, mindset, and skills that help students succeed in learning and in life.

M I S S I O N

We do school differently, through flexible, personalized learning and effective communication, to empower students to think critically, act purposefully, discover their strengths, and pursue their passions.

I V Y T E C H  S T U D E N T  L E A R N I N G  O U T C O M E S  (SLOs)

I – Independent Learners

Students develop the ability to take ownership of their learning by setting goals, managing their time effectively, and completing rigorous coursework with increasing independence and responsibility.

T – Thoughtful Trailblazers

Students analyze information critically, apply problem-solving strategies, and demonstrate creativity and intellectual curiosity when engaging with academic content and real-world challenges.

C – Communicators and Collaborators

Students express ideas clearly through written, verbal, and digital communication while collaborating respectfully with teachers, peers, and community members.

S – Self-Directed and Socially Responsible Citizens

Students demonstrate accountability, perseverance, academic integrity, and ethical decision-making while contributing positively to their communities and preparing for success in college, career, and civic life.

I N D P E N D E N T  S T U D Y

IvyTech Charter School (ITCS) is a non-classroom-based school with an online independent study program. How independent study works:

• Independent Study is a voluntary alternative to traditional in-person classroom-based schooling, authorized under California Education Code §51745–51749.6.
• Students work under a written learning agreement (signed by student, parent/guardian, teacher, and school administrator before participation begins) that outlines expectations, assignments, and due dates.
• Weekly check-in meetings or triweekly advisory meetings are mandatory
• Attendance is based on work completion and participation, not seat time.
• Missed meetings or incomplete assignments may result in:

• Intervention plans
• Possible involuntary withdrawal from the independent study program

Independent Study Partnership (The Triad)

Independent Study at ITCS works best when students, families, and the school work in partnership. Every person has their role and responsibilities in the “Triad” that together help students succeed in this learning environment and achieve the best learning outcomes.  In general, we work off the Triad Model below:

Expectations of ALL students:

• Students must complete the assigned body of work within each learning period
• Students in grades 7 & 8 have opportunities for both daily live interaction with their advisor teacher or subject-specific teacher AND weekly support hours.
• Students in grades 9-12  have opportunities for both daily live interaction with their advisor teacher or subject-specific teacher AND weekly support hours.

The following profiles outline the qualities and characteristics of the roles and responsibilities of each triad team member – Students, Families, and our Staff — so they can thrive in IvyTech’s flex-based, independent study program.

TRADITIONAL INDEPENDENT STUDY PROGRAM (TIS)

Students meet weekly with their assigned advisory teacher or Educational Facilitator to review academic progress and set goals for the week. Courses are available online 24/7 until the end of the session or semester, allowing students to work anytime.

To stay on pace and meet independent study requirements, students are generally expected to log in and complete work daily. Subject-specific teachers grade and monitor student work, and are available for support during scheduled hours (generally Mondays through Fridays from 9 am to 12 pm during the summer session and Mondays and Fridays during Fall and Spring). Additional appointments can be arranged as needed.

Students enrolled in the Fall and Spring also have access to Paper.co, which offers free online tutoring 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Course materials and assignments are accessed through our online learning platforms, including Buzz, Imagine Edgenuity, and eDynamic Learning.

Benefits include:

• More individualized course schedule
• Flexibility for when and where schoolwork is completed
• Access to teacher and tutor support and opportunities to collaborate with other independent study students

STRUCTURED INDEPENDENT STUDY PROGRAM (SIS)

Students can participate in this program in-person or synchronously through the Zoom Virtual Campus* during the Fall and Spring semesters. All structured independent study (SIS) program students attend 3-days per week (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays). Classes begin as early as 8:45 am and end as late as 3:30, depending on each student’s personalized  schedule. Instruction focuses on core subjects, onsite electives, and intervention courses, as needed. SIS students will be assigned to an Advisory teacher.

Students are required to participate in the daily Advisory period (8:45 am - 9:05 am).  Availability of onsite electives will be determined by student interest and in our ability to safely offer the course. Students complete most of their coursework onsite, with some coursework completed asynchronously (or independently).

*Virtual synchronous options are available for math, English, and history courses. Teachers may open a virtual meeting for other courses at their discretion, but not as an ongoing synchronous option.

        Program emphasizes:

• Critical Thinking
• Collaboration
• Inquiry-based learning
• Projects
• Creativity
• Real-World Learning
• Communication

        Benefits include:

• Access to onsite program from home
• More structure with scheduled classes
• Flexibility of completing both synchronous and asynchronous courses

Attendance for Independent Study

Regular attendance is a critical component for success in school. In Independent Study (IS), attendance is not based on seat time. Instead, it’s earned through:

• Completion and submission of assigned work by the due date, and
• Required check-ins/meetings with your supervising teacher and/or course teachers.

Per California Ed Code, a credentialed teacher evaluates the “time value” of student work to determine daily attendance/ADA credit.

In plain terms: the quality and amount of work students complete—and their required check-ins—are what count as being “present.”

Students earn attendance when they:

1. Submit work on time that meets assignment expectations (as outlined in the weekly plan/rubrics).
2. Attend required check-ins (virtual or in-person) with the supervising teacher and/or course teachers.
3. Participate in required live sessions (if assigned), labs, assessments, or small-group supports.

How teachers record it:

• Present: Required work submitted on time and required meeting(s) attended.
• Partial: Some, but not all, work submitted; teacher assigns partial time value.
• Absent: No work submitted for the period and/or missed required meeting(s) without prompt make-up.

Note: Teachers may still award attendance after the due date if late work is submitted promptly and meets standards. However, repeated late submissions may trigger interventions.

Attendance for Structured Independent Study Classes and Onsite Electives

At IvyTech, attendance is measured by the work you complete, not just by being physically present. Because of this, it’s important to remember:

• Vacations: Families are encouraged to plan trips during school breaks. If you are away during scheduled school days, you are still expected to complete all assigned work by the due date.
• Illness or Absences: If you’re sick or can’t attend your Structured Independent Study (SIS) classes or electives in person, you can usually keep up by accessing assignments through your student portal. Some classes may also allow you to join by Zoom. Some electives may require alternative assignemnts to make up missed in person assignments.
• Responsibility: Even if you miss class time, you are still responsible for all assignments, discussions, and assessments. Missing class is not an excuse for missing work.

Independent Study gives you flexibility, but with that comes the responsibility to stay on track. All work must be completed on time, whether you’re in class, out sick, or on vacation.

TIERED REENGAGEMENT STRATEGIES

When a student is not generating attendance for more than 10% of the required minimum instructional time (i.e., learning period) over four continuous weeks of the school calendar or found not participatory in synchronous instructions, or is in violation of the written agreement, IvyTech will implement the following strategies:

1. Verification of current contact information for each student
2. Notification to parents or guardians of lack of participation within one (1) school day of the recording of non-attendance or lack of participation.
3. A plan for outreach to determine the student’s needs, including connection with health and social services as necessary.
4. A clear standard for requiring a student-parent-educator conference to review a student’s written agreement and reconsider how independent study is impacting the student’s achievement and well-being is consistent with the policies adopted pursuant to paragraph (4) of subdivision (g) of Education Code Section 51747.

In the event that a student fails to complete five (5) assignments during any learning period (20 school days) or educational progress falls below satisfactory levels, IvyTech will conduct an evaluation to determine whether it is in the best interest of the student to remain in the independent study program.

E N R O L L M E N T  &  W I T H D R A W A L  P R O C E D U R E

Prospective Students & School Tours

Parents and prospective students wishing to learn more about IvyTech Charter School and/or tour the campus will need to contact our office at (805) 222-5188 to make an appointment to meet with the principal and/or administrative designee.

To better assist you and answer any questions you might have, please bring a copy of your most recent transcript.

Registering As A New Student for Fall & Spring Semesters

Registering is a 4 step process:

Step 1: Schedule a tour and meet with the principal.

Step 2: Complete an online registration form that is emailed to you after you confirm you would like to enroll your child or pick up a form in our front office.

PLEASE NOTE: Students already enrolled in another school DO NOT withdraw until we have completed the registration review process and have contacted you to confirm an orientation date to begin enrollment with IvyTech. Your orientation will be your first day of attendance with us; at that time you MUST be withdrawn from your previous school and provide a withdrawal notice with a withdrawal date printed on it to confirm the student will not be dually enrolled.

Step 3: Once we receive your registration, we will call you to schedule an appointment for admission/orientation.

PLEASE NOTE: Parents will need to bring the following documentation to the orientation appointment:

• Withdraw papers (including checkout grades from student’s previous school),
• unofficial transcripts
• Individualized Education Plan (IEP), if applicable

Step 4: Orientation- Once students are registered, they will meet with the school counselor to pick and review their course schedule, as well as with their assigned advisor to review the program,  fill out and sign all required documents, complete local required diagnostic assessments (ie., NWEA), and take a school ID picture. Students under the age of 18 years must have a parent or legal guardian present to sign the Written Agreement. Required documentation includes:

• Written Agreement (to be signed each year)
• IvyTech Charter’s Technology and Internet Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)
• Policy Agreements

        Students will also be assigned the following:

• Chromebook computer
• IvyTech email address (first initial and last name@ivytechcs.org)
• School Pathways and learning management system(s) login credentials

Students from schools outside of California must meet California State graduation requirements (EC Section 51225.3) and IvyTech Charter School’s graduation requirements (BP 6200) in order to receive a diploma from IvyTech Charter School.

Registering as a Returning Student for Fall & Spring Semesters

The school counselor, Mrs. Janikowski, will work with you to plan and schedule your classes each semester. Please contact her, janikowski@ivytechcs.org, with any questions you might have or special circumstances for consideration of your upcoming schedules.

Registering As A New Student for Summer Session

Registering is a 4 step process:

Step 1: Enter our summer session registration lottery. Complete the form found on our website between the months of February and March.

Step 2: In early April, ITCS will send an email informing families who were accepted through the lottery. The email will contain information, including an information video and link to schedule a registration appointment. Families will need to schedule a registration appointment through the link provided in the email.

Step 3: Parents/Guardians will attend their in-person registration appointment to complete the student’s registration and gather more information about the ITCS summer session program. (Students are not required, but highly encouraged to attend.)

PLEASE NOTE: Students are not officially enrolled until summer session begins July 1st.

At the registration meeting, you will:

• Learn about the program and review important information, including key dates, for the summer session.
• Complete the registration for your child.
• Receive a folder with documents confirming registrations, important dates, and a copy of the school calendar that can be found online.  

Step 4: Once your registration is complete, we will verify the information and email both the parent/guardian AND student an electronic Written Agreement to sign.  Parent/Guardian and student will receive an email from noreply@schoolpathways.com to digitally sign the Written Agreement. This Agreement must be signed prior to the first day of the summer session  (July 1st), and is usually due in early June.  

• A written learning agreement (signed by student, parent/guardian, teacher, and school administrator before participation begins) outlines expectations, assignments, and due dates.

Students will receive a Welcome Email on business day before the first day of the summer session (e.g, June 30). The Welcome Email will include student login credentials and information about how to get started.

PLEASE NOTE: No other communication will be sent from ITCS to parents/guardians regarding summer session enrollment after the written agreement has been emailed. Families will receive a copy of their registration responses immediately after submitting their registration form at their registration meeting. The Written Agreement is another form of confirmation that the student is registered and set to enroll for the summer session.

Withdrawal Procedure

Parents wishing to withdraw their student from IvyTech Charter School need to notify the Registrar by calling (805) 222-5188. The registrar will distribute a withdrawal form to the student’s teachers and teachers will provide withdrawal grade(s) (if applicable) and signature. The student must return his or her assigned Chromebook, as well as all cases, chargers, accessories, etc. to the Director of Operations. The student will be given a copy of the Withdrawal Form, as well as a copy of their unofficial transcript. (The transcript will note all grades and credits [if applicable] through the most recent completed semester, as well as information about the student’s current enrollments.) Failure to comply with this procedure will delay the release of student’s transcripts and other pertinent documentation.

Students who withdraw before the end of a reporting period (i.e, semester, summer session) will not have finalized grades reported on their transcript.

G E N E R A L  A N D  M I S C E L L A N E O U S  I N F O R M A T I O N

School and Office Hours

Our office is open from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday through Friday. Student hours are 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. Summer hours (i.e., July & early August) can vary. Please see the website for most current hours.

Each semester may have a slight variation in start and end times, so please see the most current school semester schedule that was provided to you at orientation or the start of a new semester.

Classes are scheduled throughout the day for grades 7-12 in the TIS and SIS program. Teacher appointments for tutoring or to schedule a test are between the students and teachers to make.

Campus Visitors

IvyTech welcomes parents/guardians, prospective students, alumni, and community members to our school. To ensure the safety of all students and staff, all visitors must sign in at the D1-A office upon arrival and sign out when leaving.

For security and to minimize disruptions to learning, visitors are generally not permitted in classrooms or student common areas during student hours unless prior approval has been granted by school administration.

Students not enrolled in IvyTech are not permitted to visit or wait for classes to end.

Updating Student Information

When families move during the course of a school year, it is critical that they notify the school office of this change so the school can maintain necessary and appropriate contact with the family. If you move during the course of the year, please submit all pertinent information to the school office prior to the move. This is the same in regards to new phone or email information.

Conference Scheduling

ITCS staff is always happy to discuss a student’s progress or address any questions during a scheduled conference time. Please reach out to a teacher, counselor, or principal directly to schedule a conference with them.

Field Trips

During the school year, teachers may schedule educational or service-based field trips. The teacher or school office will announce trips in an email in advance, providing details of the trip (i.e., (destination, times, transportation, cost, participation requirements etc.). Field trips are an important part of the IvyTech learning experience. They give students the opportunity to extend their learning beyond the classroom and connect with real-world environments.

• Participation: Field trips are considered part of the instructional program. Students are expected to attend, when possible, and participate fully. Participation may be limited and require students to meet minimum thresholds of attendance, academic progress, or behavior. Students who cannot participate or opt out of participating will be assigned an alternative assignment.
• Behavior: All school rules and expectations apply during field trips. Students are representing IvyTech and must demonstrate respectful, safe, and responsible behavior at all times.
• Permission Slips: A signed parent/guardian permission slip is required for each trip. Students without a signed permission slip will not be allowed to attend.
• Transportation: Students are expected to travel with the school group unless prior arrangements are approved by administration.

Reminder: Field trips are a privilege. Students who do not meet attendance, behavioral, or academic expectations may be excluded from participating at the discretion of school staff.

Non-Discrimination

IvyTech Charter School (ITCS) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. ITCS is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, and bullying in any employment practice, education program, educational activity, and facilities on the basis of an actual or perceived protected category, and an environment free from retaliation for participation in any protected activity covered by this policy. ITCS does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, religious creed, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, immigration status or citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, parental, family, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves, status as a victim of domestic violence, assault or stalking, political affiliation, and any other or any other basis protected by California state or federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Reporting, or assisting in reporting, suspected violations of this policy and cooperating in investigations or proceedings arising out of a violation of this policy are protected activities under this policy. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both educational services and employment. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination and civil rights should be directed to ITCS' Title IX Coordinator:

Geoff Frankl, Director of Operations

(805) 222-5188 x 103

mrfrankl@ivytechcs.org

S T U D E N T  E X P E C T A T I O N S

IvyTech Charter has the right and responsibility to control access and activities to ensure the safety, physical, and mental well being of those on site. Please remember that you, as a student, have enrolled subject to the following conditions:

School Equipment

It is the responsibility of the student to monitor and take care of their assigned electronics. Books, or other material needed for IvyTech curriculum. Please read and adhere to the Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) handbook.

Internet Code of Conduct Policy

All students will sign an Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)  each school year during orientation.

School Environment

• IvyTech prioritizes creating a safe, respectful, healthy, distraction-free, engaging and supportive learning environment.
• IvyTech is an alcohol, tobacco, drug, and weapon-free environment. The student understands that teachers cannot administer nor provide non-prescription or prescription medications.
• Loitering is NOT permitted in or near the school area. If this is abused and students bother businesses around the school, students may be prohibited to attend structured onsite classes and may only attend by appointment with teachers.

Arrival, Dismissal, and Campus Supervision

Students are expected to arrive to school on time for their scheduled meetings and classes:

• TIS Monday Meetings begin at 9:30 am
• SIS Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday classes begin at 8:45 am

Students must be picked up promptly when their program ends. Supervision is not available beyond the school hours, so timely pickup is essential.

• Student hours: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
• Teacher availability and campus supervision ends at 3:30 pm

Once a student arrives on campus, they must remain on campus and in designated areas for the remainder of their scheduled program, so they can be accounted for at all times.

EARLY DISMISSAL– If a student needs to leave before their program ends, a parent or guardian must check them out at the front office (D1-A).

LEAVING CAMPUS — Students are not permitted to leave campus once their scheduled program begins. Students may not leave for any reason (e.g., to pick up Starbucks, go to the gas station) without prior administration approval.

Exceptions:

• During Lunch: Students may walk to shopping center eateries during lunch (12:25 - 1:05 pm) with parent permission (see Lunchtime policy)
• After dismissal: Students may go to the shopping center eateries once their program has ended and they have left for the day.

Cell Phones

At IvyTech Charter School, cell phones and other electronic devices are expected to support—not distract from—learning. To maintain a safe and focused environment, the following rules apply:

Cell Phone Expectations

• During School Hours:

• Phones must remain powered off (not on silent) and put away (not visible) during class and restroom breaks, unless a staff member explicitly approves use for instructional purposes.
• Headphones/earbuds may not be used during class or restroom breaks.

• Lunch Period:

• Cell phone use is permitted.
• Phones may not be used to create or post videos (e.g., TikTok, Snapchat).
• Phones may not play music or videos out loud—headphones must be used.

• Passing Periods:

• Use is discouraged.

• Guest Teachers:

• Cell phone use is not permitted when a guest teacher is leading class.

• Classroom Rules:

• Teachers may set additional expectations in their class syllabi.
  
• Students may be required to store phones in a designated area (e.g., locker, phone holder, instructor’s desk).
  

Consequences for Misuse

If a student does not follow the policy, the following steps will be taken:

1st Offense:

• Teacher directs the student to put the device away.
• Teacher speaks privately with the student.
• Parent/guardian is contacted.
• Incident is documented.

2nd Offense:

• Teacher confiscates the device for the remainder of the class period.
• Teacher speaks privately with the student.
• Parent/guardian is contacted.
• Incident is documented.
  

3rd Offense:

• Student and device are referred to an administrator.
• Device held until the end of the school day.
• Parent/guardian is contacted.
• Student may complete a reflection activity.
• Incident is documented
  

4th Offense:

• Student and device referred to an administrator.
• Device released only to a parent/guardian in person.
• Administrative conference held with student and parent/guardian.
• Student completes a reflection assignment (may include educational video on device use).
• Incident is documented
  

Refusal to Surrender a Device:

• Student will be referred to administration immediately.
• Possible consequences include home suspension or restrictions in school activities/programs.
  

Recording Devices – Additional Restrictions

To protect privacy and safety:

• Use of cameras, videophones, or other recording devices is prohibited at all times on campus and at all school-related events (field trips, dances, activities, or other times when the school’s jurisdiction applies).
  
• Exceptions may be made only with staff permission for approved purposes (e.g., class projects, school event documentation).
• Violations may result in disciplinary action.
  

Other Electronic Devices

• Items such as radios, video cameras, laser pointers, toys, handheld games, or any other non-instructional electronics are not permitted at school.

IvyTech is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices. Students bring personal electronics to school at their own risk.

Key Reminder: Cell phones and electronic devices should never interfere with learning, safety, or respect for others.

Smoke and Vape Free School

IvyTech Charter School is committed to providing a safe, healthy, and supportive learning environment. The use of commercial tobacco products—including vapes, e-cigarettes, JUULs, and other electronic smoking devices—poses serious health risks to both users and non-users, creates safety concerns, and negatively impacts our school environment.

ITCS strictly prohibits the possession, use, or promotion of tobacco or vaping products:

• On school property,
• At all school-sponsored events (on or off campus), and
• During school hours, including before and after classes.

This policy applies to students, staff, visitors, contractors, and community members using ITCS facilities.

Consequences for Student Violations

1st Violation:

• Confiscation of device/materials.
• Parents/guardians notified by the school counselor.
• Incident documented.

2nd Violation:

• All consequences of the 1st violation.
• Parent/Student/Administrator conference.
• Student must complete the Vaping & JUULing Awareness Module in Edgenuity.
• Incident documented.

3rd Violation:

• Confiscation of device/materials.
• Parents/guardians notified.
• Parent/Student/Administrator conference.
• Parent/guardian required to accompany student during participation in ITCS campus activities/functions.
• Incident documented.

The California Education Code (EC) Section 48901 authorizes school districts, county offices of education, and charter schools to prohibit the use and possession of any electronic device that delivers nicotine or other vaporized liquids to the person inhaling from the device.

Lunchtime

IvyTech Charter School (ITCS) is located in a shopping center that is open to the general public. While school facilities are open, ITCS does not operate as an open campus.  Keeping students safe is a top priority for all ITCS staff.

IvyTech Charter has partnered with local businesses to provide meal services to our students for lunchtime.

• Each student is entitled to one (1) lunch ticket per academic day.
• Lunch tickets may be redeemed at Carnitas Mi Rancho or Teri Time, and any other vendor with which ITCS has a partnership.
• Students are responsible for covering any additional costs incurred from ordering items beyond the approved menu.
• Students are to order their meal from these select businesses and return to campus to eat without being disruptive to business or other patrons.
• Approved areas for eating:

• D1-C, E2, E4, E5, & E6
• Outdoor tables located between Carnitas Mi Rancho and Custom Pie. (Unless asked to move by administrators or staff.)

• Lunch must be consumed during the designated lunchtime and will not be allowed in classrooms.
• Trash is to be disposed of before leaving the eating area.

Restrictions

• Middle School students must remain in the designated areas during lunchtime and passing periods.
• High school students may only visit Starbucks, Subway, the gas station, Ubatuba, or other businesses in the Moorpark Campus Plaza with written permission from a parent or guardian.
• High school students with their own vehicles may leave campus for lunch with written permission from a parent or guardian.

• Student drivers must sign out in the Front Office before leaving campus.
• Student drivers must sign in with the Front Office upon their return to campus.
• These students are responsible for returning to campus before the start of 5th period (1:05 pm), prepared to start class when the bell rings.

• Students are prohibited from going to the parking lot to visit or sit in another individual’s/student’s vehicle.

• Students may not drive other students to any location, with the exception of siblings, whose parents have provided written permission.

Parents should notify the school office (805) 222-5188 if your permission changes at any time.

Snacks Program

IvyTech is a non-classroom-based program, but provides fruit and a snack for students who utilize the  learning center.

Go-Guardian

To support a safe and focused learning environment, IvyTech Charter School uses GoGuardian to monitor student activity on school-issued devices and accounts. This tool helps ensure students are using technology responsibly and staying on track during school hours.

IvyTech Charter School (ITCS) has implemented a One-to-One Device Policy for all students. In order to help keep students safe and on-task, we have also implemented the online web filtering services of GoGuardian. While ITCS uses GoGuardian as a tool designed to block inappropriate online content, no system is perfect. ITCS cannot guarantee that students will not be able to access any inappropriate material on the Internet.

How We Use GoGuardian

GoGuardian helps ITCS:

● Protect students from harmful and inappropriate online material

● Support students to stay more “scholarly,” engaged, on-task, and focused when learning online

● Monitor progress toward completing class assignments

● Facilitate communication between teachers and students during class time

When and Where GoGuardian Works

GoGuardian’s web-based services operate on our school’s managed Google Suite for Education Chrome accounts (i.e., when a student is logged into Chrome or a Chromebook with his/her school email address). It works both at school and at home whenever a student is logged into their ITCS account.

Student Responsibilities & Expectations

Students are expected to:

• Use ITCS-issued Chromebooks while attending courses at the ITCS site.
• Log in to their ITCS Google account (and GoGuardian) while on campus or in the virtual campus via Zoom.
• Use school-managed Google accounts and school-managed devices only for educational purposes, following the ITCS Technology Acceptable Use Policy Agreement.

School Responsibilities

Teachers may use GoGuardian to monitor students’ internet use in the classroom, whether in-person or remote, so that teachers can keep students engaged in the curriculum as directed by the teacher. Teachers can also identify specific websites that students are permitted to visit for instructional purposes. A teacher can view information about a student’s use during the class period. GoGuardian is also used by school administrators to monitor students’ activity for violations of the ITCS Acceptable Use Policy. Information about a student’s use is viewable by ITCS Administration.

While GoGuardian software will continuously filter and monitor all student activity conducted using an ITCS-issued Chromebook or ITCS-issued Google account accessed via the Chrome browser, no ITCS teacher or Administrator, or GoGuardian representative will actively monitor student activity. Rather, GoGuardian software will issue alerts, of varying levels and confidence, to responsible Administrators, which will be reviewed and responded to in accordance with applicable ITCS Policy and law.

Parent/Guardian Responsibilities

When a student is off campus, parents are responsible for supervising internet access and usage. When your child is logged on to their school Google account at home, their web activity will be monitored and filtered based on school policies. We encourage you to discuss appropriate and responsible internet usage with your child, and reinforce lessons of digital citizenship and safety with him or her. If using a shared family device at home, we recommend that your student log off his or her school Google account when finished. We also highly encourage parents to report any observed potential cyberbullying or other sensitive issues to the school administration.

Opt-Out Policy

Parents cannot opt out of GoGuardian monitoring. The Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) requires ITCS to maintain technology protection measures that monitor student activity and use filtering and monitoring to block or restrict access to obscene, harmful, or illegal content.

Privacy Protection

To help your child remain scholarly and safe online, GoGuardian collects limited, necessary student information to provide its services. GoGuardian has consulted with privacy experts, participates in privacy organizations, is a proud signatory of the Student Privacy Pledge, and has been awarded certifications by iKeepSafe for complying with both the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act and California student privacy laws. For more detailed information about GoGuardian, you may visit GoGuardian’s website, Trust & Privacy Center, GoGuardian’s Product Privacy Policy, and the COPPA Notice and Disclosure Form.

Misuse of your school device or attempts to bypass GoGuardian monitoring may result in loss of technology privileges and/or disciplinary consequences.

If you have questions about what’s allowed, ask your teacher or school administrator.

Dress Code

Students are expected to dress in a manner that is respectful, appropriate for a productive learning environment, and aligned with the values of IvyTech Charter School.

All students must ensure that their attire:

• Supports a safe and distraction-free educational environment
• Maintains standards of modesty and personal dignity
• Does not promote or suggest vulgarity, violence, drugs, alcohol, or gang affiliation
• Does not demean or mock individuals or groups based on race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, ethnicity, or national origin
• not present a health or safety hazard or a distraction, which would interfere with the educational process.

Prohibited Attire Includes:

• Clothing that is excessively revealing (e.g., exposed undergarments, see-through clothing, very short shorts/skirts, crop tops without coverage)
• Clothing with inappropriate, profane, or suggestive language or imagery
• Clothing that includes images or language that creates a hostile or intimidating environment based on any protected class or groups, including hate speech, profanity and/or pornography.
• Clothing that promotes, advertises, or depicts violence, weapons, alcohol, drugs, vaping, tobacco, or related companies, products, or paraphernalia is not permitted.
• Gang-related apparel, accessories, or colors (as identified by local law enforcement)
• Hats, hoods, or sunglasses worn indoors that high the student’s identity (unless approved for religious or medical reasons)

Consequences for Dress Code Violations:

• The student will be required to change into appropriate clothing. This may include using a school-provided item or having a parent/guardian bring a change of clothes.
• If a suitable change cannot be made, the student may be moved to a designated area in the front office until suitable clothing is provided or sent home for the day.
• Continued violations may result in a disciplinary conference with administration.

Our goal is not to shame or punish, but to maintain an inclusive and respectful environment where all students can focus on learning. If you are unsure whether an item is appropriate, please ask a staff member or administrator in advance.

Safety Drills

Students will participate in all safety drills and will familiarize themselves with the emergency operations plan posted at the school.

C O U N S E L I N G

COUNSELING APPOINTMENTS

Ms. Amanda Janikowski is the school counselor. Students may meet with her during school hours Monday through Friday. Please keep in mind that meetings with Ms. Janikowski are available on a first-come, first -served basis when she is available, unless an appointment is made.

Referrals for school counseling services such as group/ individual counseling meetings can be submitted by staff or parents/guardians directly to the school counselor or principal. Counseling services are provided based on scheduling and student needs. Parent/Guardian will receive a counseling permission slip to be signed and returned to school to begin scheduled counseling meetings. Individual/group social emotional counseling meetings are once a week for a total of 6-8 weeks covering a variety of topics such as stress, coping skills, anxiety, social skills, executive functioning, self- esteem, grief/loss, divorce/separation, and friendship.

Parents may contact the school counselor for appointments, graduation progress updates, or other concerns during school hours by calling (805) 222-5188, or by email at janikowski@ivytechcs.org.

COUNSELING SERVICES

The School Counselor Provides:

• Academic program planning with individual students
• Short-term social-emotional counseling and support for students
• Consultation and collaboration with parents, teachers, and other educators
• Interpretation of student records and assessment data
• Referrals to school support services and community resources
• Oversight to ensure student records are maintained in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Assistance to the school principal in identifying and resolving student needs, issues, and concerns
• Advocacy for students during Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings
  Participation in education plan meetings with students and parents, as well as Student Success Team (SST) meetings

COLLEGE & CAREER INFORMATION

Your counselor can help you with post-secondary higher education exploration and college admission information, as well as career information for most occupations, future prospects, salary expectations, location of available jobs, expected job growth, and sources for more information. Additionally, your counselor can help administer career inventories for further exploration and guidance.

U N D E R S T A N D I N G  H I G H  S C H O O L  C O U R S E  &  C R E D I T  P O L I C I E S

To graduate high school, students need to earn a set number of credits. California has an established set of minimum graduation requirements every public school must adhere to at minimum. Every school district sets the number of credits needed to graduate from their school on top of the minimum required by the state.

IvyTech requires 230 credits to graduate and receive a high school diploma.

Students earn 5 credits per semester for high school semester-long courses. In order to earn all 5 credits, students must earn a grade of at least a D- (60%). Students earn 10 credits for a year-long class, or two semesters of a class. There are some exceptions to this, such as: Advisory (2.5 credits), Driver’s Education (2.5 credits), work experience (5 or 10 credits), organized PE (5 or 10 credits), or dual enrollment courses (credits depend on the number of college units). Approximately 15 hours of work equals one credit.

Please note, while students can earn high school credit with a grade of D, colleges and universities require a minimum grade of C in order to count toward admissions requirements.

It’s important for students and families to understand and be familiar with how to earn credits in order to monitor progress toward graduation.

Course Enrollment Requirements & Limits

All students must be enrolled in enough courses each semester in order to earn the credits necessary to complete IvyTech’s graduation requirements. (See chart on pg. 31 for an overview of the requirements.)

On average, students need to take 5 or 6 classes, 25-30 credits, each semester. Usually, students in grades 9 through 11 take 6 classes, or 30 credits each semester, while students in grade 12 take must take a minimum of 4 classes, or  20 credits each semester.

There might be exceptions for the average minimum, such as a request to take more classes/credits during a semester (i.e., retaking a failed course while staying on track to graduate, taking more courses for an accelerated course of study). If a student wants or needs to take more than 30 credits a semester, the principal must approve the additional credits before the semester starts or before the students enrolls in these courses.  

Work closely with your counselor to plan and schedule your courses each semester.

Variable Credit

IvyTech Charter will issue variable (or partial) credits for the semester grading period. IvyTech will also accept variable credits from transfer students when listed on an official transcript or quarter report card from an accredited public school, juvenile court school, non-public or nonsectarian school or agency.

All students at IvyTech will be given variable credit for work completed when a course is not fully complete by the end of a grading period.  

Repeat Policy

Students may repeat a class to improve their GPA only if the original grade was a D or F. There is no limitation on the number of times a course can be repeated. UC will only use the first instance of a letter grade of C or better in the GPA calculation. CSU uses repeated purses only once and the instance with the highest earned grade will be used in the GPA calculation.

High School Coursework Completed in Grades 7 and 8

Students can complete high school level coursework in a language other than English (LOTE) and/or mathematics (e.g., Algebra 1, Math 1, and higher) in grades 7 and/or 8. Students who earn a grade of C or better in these classes will fulfill high school graduation and admission requirements for these subjects.

Course Change Policy

Students can drop/change a course within the first 4 weeks of the Fall or Spring Semester, or within the first week of the Summer Session, without it appearing on the student’s transcript. Parents and/or students must initiate the request to the counselor within the times listed above..

Please remember that students must take at least 4 classes each semester, or 20 credits. If a student drops a class but is in need of credits, they will need to replace that class with another in order to make up for the deficiency.

Report Cards and Progress Reports

Report cards will be issued each reporting period within approximately one week after the last day of the reporting period (e.g., Summer session, semester).  Progress reports will be issued each quarter. Progress reports and report cards are emailed to families.

Parents/guardians may request a hard copy of the progress report or report card by contacting the registrar, Ms. Kimberly Garcia or calling the office (805) 222-5188.

Student Transcripts

The school maintains an official transcript for every secondary-level student. A transcript is a record of the courses a student has taken, the grades earned, and the credits awarded for each course. Transcripts are updated at the end of each reporting period and include the date, term or semester, courses completed, and credits earned.

Transcripts are an important tool for tracking a student’s academic progress and for determining which courses are still needed to meet graduation requirements.

Transcript Ordering & Fees

Copies of transcripts may be obtained from the ITCS Registrar. Unofficial transcripts are free of charge. They are available to current students and families through the student/parent portal. For former students, they are generally available immediately upon request.

If you need a copy of an official transcript, please contact our registrar to request one. The first two copies of an official transcript are free. Each copy thereafter is $5. Please allow 24 hours for processing. Payment is due upon receipt.

Students are responsible for mailing their official transcripts to schools that do not accept electronic submissions. Transcripts must be picked up within 10 days or they will be destroyed and will need to be requested again.

I V Y T E C H  G R A D U A T I O N  R E Q U I R E M E N T S

Students must complete 230 credits in the following areas:

ENGLISH …………………………………………………………………..        4 YEARS/8 SEMESTERS         (40 credits)

HISTORY/SOCIAL SCIENCE ………………………………..        3 YEARS/6 SEMESTERS         (30 credits)

        Grade 10 = World History ………………………        1 YEAR/ 2 SEMESTERS                (10 credits)

        Grade 11 = US History ……………………….……        1 YEAR/ 2 SEMESTERS                (10 credits)

        Grade 12 = US Government …………………..        .5 YEAR/1 SEMESTER                ( 5 credits)

                      Economics ……………………………        .5 YEAR/1 SEMESTER                ( 5 credits)

SCIENCE …………………………………………………………….……        2 YEARS/4 SEMESTERS        (20 credits)

Physical Science …………………………………….        1 YEAR/ 2 SEMESTERS                (10 credits)

Life Science                                1 YEAR/ 2 SEMESTERS                (10 credits)

MATHEMATICS ………………………………………………………        3 YEARS/6 SEMESTERS         (30 credits)

***All students must pass Algebra 1 Sequence***

Algebra …………………………………………………...……        1 YEAR/ 2 SEMESTERS                (10 credits)

Additional Math                                 2 YEARS/4 SEMESTERS        (20 credits)

HEALTH …………………………………………………………………….          .5 YEAR/1 SEMESTER                (5 credits)

ETHNIC STUDIES …………………………………………………..        .5 YEAR/1 SEMESTER                (5 credits)

        Beginning with class of 2030, or 9th grade students for the 2025-2026 school year.

FINE ARTS/ LOTE ……………………………………………………        1 YEAR/ 2 SEMESTERS                (10 credits)

PHYSICAL EDUCATION …………………………………………        2 YEARS/4 SEMESTERS        (20 credits)

Grade 9: Two (2) semesters of P.E.

Grade 10-12: Two (2) semesters of P.E.

ADDITIONAL CLASSES …………………………………………        4 YEARS/14 SEMESTERS        (70 credits)

***Duplicate courses in classes, excluding P.E., may not be given double credit***

IvyTech Graduation Requirements:

• Completion of 230 credits, including all subject requirements  with a “D” or better (5 credits = one semester class)

Electives should include: College and Career Readiness, CTE Pathway, Ethnic Studies, Google Apps for Education, and Money Math.

See course catalog for listing of all current electives.

IvyTech Charter School Graduation Requirements &

University of California/California State University Requirements

IvyTech requires students to complete a diverse course of study to earn 230 credits in order to graduate.

The University of California and the California State University have designated a minimum of 15 college-prepatory courses known as “A-G courses” in all subject areas as courses students must complete in order to qualify for admission to these universities.

IvyTech Graduation Requirements:

• Completion of 230 credits, including all subject requirements  with a “D” or better

Requirements for UC and Cal State Universities:

• Completion of required A-G college prep or higher level approved courses with a “C” or better
• 11 of 15 required courses need to be completed prior to senior year (including summer courses).
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 or better for UC, 2.0 or better for CSU
• Personal Insight Questions (PIQs) (not required for CSU)
• SAT or ACT tests are optional, but scores can be reported for consideration in course placement

Requirements for Private Colleges & Universities

• Completion of required accredited college preparatory courses (vary by school)
• Admissions Test(s) could be required: SAT or ACT – currently optional for many schools
• Letters of Recommendation could be requested (Request from appropriate school personnel in advance)
• Personal Essay

Requirements for California Community Colleges:

• High School Diploma or 18 years or older
• Math and English placement test

IvyTech Charter School A-G Course List https://hs-articulation.ucop.edu/agcourselist/institution/2696;academicYearId=23

UC & CSU ADMISSIONS INFORMATION

UC Admissions: admissions.universityofcalifornia.edu

CSU admissions: www.csumentor.edu

CSU & UC Comparison Chart: https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/counselors/_files/documents/csu-uc-comparison-matrix.pdf

*NOTE: A-G requirements are used for the UC and CSU only. Private colleges and universities in California and other states, as well as public colleges and universities outside of California, follow their own specific admission requirements. It’s important to look at these individually and speak with your counselor for more information.

A C A D E M I C  P L A N N I N G

It’s important to consider the courses you need to take and successfully pass in order to meet all high school graduation requirements and graduate in 4 years.

On average, students take 30 credits or 6 classes each semester. Students can take more or less depending on needs, plans for summer, and courses taken. (College courses award more credits than high school courses.)

What you plan to do after high school is important in determining which classes you will need to take. There are specific courses required for attending a 4-year college or university opposed to a 2-year community college. Different career paths and vocational goals will also have different requirements.

For students interested in pursuing higher education at a community or 4-year university, it is important to check out the recommended course of study for admissions. Speak to your counselor for more information about that.

Below are suggested 4-year plans for students taking independent study or structured synchronous courses. These are ONLY examples of options. Each student’s plan is different and will need to be tailored to their goals and plans. Again, it’s important to meet with your counselor regularly to discuss and make these plans.

Use the chart below to plan your school year or keep track of classes you’ve taken.

S P E C I A L  P R O G R A M S

IvyTech is committed to providing a quality and personalized learning experience that will prepare students for college, career and life. Our programs allow students flexibility to explore their interests and passions while earning high school credits. Students must take the minimum number of required courses and credits each semester (4 classes or 20 credits), but courses can be a combination of asynchronous or synchronous classes and the following special programs:

Dual Enrollment

Dual enrollment, or concurrent enrollment, programs mean students take classes at a local community college while taking high school courses. “Research suggests that participation in dual enrollment can lead to better grades in high school, increased enrollment in college following high school, higher rates of persistence in college, greater credit accumulation, and increased rates of credential attainment[5],[6]” (Ed.gov). Other benefits of enrolling in college courses while in high school include:

• Earning college credits as well as high school credits toward graduating on time, or even earlier
• Taking classes that are not offered at IvyTech
• Showing potential colleges you’ve taken a rigorous course of study comparable to high school AP classes
• Exploring areas of academic interest, as well as career options
• Experiencing what college coursework will be like while still in high school
• Saving money on college tuition*, and
• Saving time on completing a college degree

In order to enroll in college courses you must obtain the following:

• A signed “High School Recommendation for Special Admission” form from your school counselor
• Consent from your parent(s) and signed “Memorandum of Understanding.”

Registration dates  for high school students at community colleges can vary, but generally take place in May for the Summer and Fall semesters and in November for the Spring semester.  

Please see the school counselor for more information about the dual enrollment program, the process and procedure for registering, and course selection.

*High school students do not need to pay the college enrollment fee of $46 per unit, but may need to pay for textbooks, parking permits, and additional course fees.

Dual Enrollment Policies

The maximum number of college units permitted by the community colleges for high school students is 11. (12 units is considered full time enrollment.) You must meet with the school counselor in order to have all college courses approved.

Taking college courses in addition to a regular high school course load will be rigorous and challenging. Dual enrollment courses are official college courses and ALL grades earned will remain on your permanent college record. Poor grades (D, F, and withdrawals) can affect high school GPA, graduation progress, and future college financial aid eligibility. Students are expected to meet college-level standards for attendance, participation, and deadlines. Because of Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), professors communicated directly with students, not parents or the ITCS.

Dual enrollment grades become part of the student’s academic record BOTH at the high school and college.

Parent/guardian consent is required for students under 18 years of age. Parents should support their student in managing responsibilities but should understand that colleges do not share course information with parents directly.

Dual enrollment is a valuable opportunity, but it requires maturity, responsibility, and careful planning. Please consider the decision to take college courses carefully and discuss what it means to take college courses with your parent(s)/guardian(s). You will want to make sure you are able to successfully manage all your courses.

Carnegie Hours

American colleges and universities use a formula called the Carnegie unit formula to measure academic credit. It can also provide a measure of how much time a student is expected to work in a class.  The formula directly relates to instructional assignments, both in and out of class:

• 1 Carnegie hour = 1 hour of direct instruction + 2 hours of outside work each week = 3 work hours

• Three hours of weekly work– whether through lecture, lab, and/or homework- is assigned a value of one (1) unit.

Therefore, to estimate how much time you will need to dedicate to a college class, you would use the following formula:

# of units x 3 hours = # of estimated hours needed for all assignments/work per week.

• EXAMPLE: A 3-unit class would mean:

• 3 carnegie units x 3 work hours = about 9 hours of combined instruction and independent work/week
• Over an 18-week semester, that equals 162 hours total.

Keep this formula in mind when considering which and how many college courses to take.

Dual Enrollment Information

Dual Enrollment information and instructions for enrolling can be found at:

• Moorpark College https://www.moorparkcollege.edu/academic-enrichment-pathway
• Oxnard College https://www.oxnardcollege.edu/departments/student-services/dual-enrollment
• Ventura College https://www.venturacollege.edu/departments/student-services/admissions-and-records/dual-enrollment-k-12Pierce College (https://www.lapc.edu/admissions/dual-enrollment)

College courses may count toward both high school graduation and college degree requirements. Not all college courses transfer to every college or university. Students are encouraged to check with their counselor about CSU/UC transferability.

You can check articulation agreements at Assist.org.

College Credit to High School Credit Conversion

Community Service

IvyTech IvyTech recognizes that community service is an important part of academic, social, and character development. Many students choose to participate in service opportunities to give back to their community, strengthen their high school transcript, or explore a potential career path. To support this, IvyTech awards elective credit for approved community service.

Requirements for Earning Credit:

1. Placement: Students must secure a community service placement that allows for at least 60 hours of service during a semester.
2. Approval: Before beginning, the placement must be approved for credit by the principal or school counselor. Students must also enroll in the Community Service class.
3. Documentation: Students must provide the organization’s name, address, and phone number, along with their supervisor’s contact information.
4. Verification: Students must log their service hours, describe how time was spent, and obtain their supervisor’s signature for verification.

Credit Awarded:

• 5 elective credits for 60 verified hours of community service
• Up to 10 elective credits for 120 verified hours of community service

Please see the school counselor for more information.  

Work Experience

Many students choose to work part-time while in high school to earn income, gain job experience, or connect their studies and interests with real-world opportunities. IvyTech values the benefits of early work experience and awards elective credits for verified hours worked.

Students will need to enroll in the Work Experience class in order to earn credits for any job they have. To verify hours, students will need to submit copies of their pay stubs to the Work Experience class.

Credit Awarded:

• 5 elective credits for 75 verified hours of work
• Up to 10 elective credits for 150 verified hours of work

Work Permits

California law requires minors to have a valid Work Permit for employment. Work permits are issued by IvyTech for currently enrolled students. To remain eligible for a work permit, students must be in good academic and behavioral standing and follow the conditions outlined in their written agreement.

Please see the school counselor for information about the work experience program and all requirements.

Organized PE

Students choose IvyTech for an assortment of reasons. One of these reasons is a need for a flexible schedule that allows students to pursue other passions, such as sports. IvyTech recognizes the level of commitment and time some students put forth in their sports, playing for clubs, going pro, or spending hours at a dance studio. IvyTech will award students credits for completed hours spent training, playing, and competing in an organized sport.

In order to earn credit for the organized sport or activity in which they participate, students will need to

Have the organized sport or activity approved for credit by the school counselor or school administrator  and will need to enroll in the Organized  class. They will need to provide the organization's name, address, and phone number, as well as their direct supervisor or coach’s contact information. Students will need to record their hours and have a supervisor sign to verify.

Students will earn 5 elective credits for 60 verified hours of organized PE.

Students will earn a maximum of 10 elective credits for up to 12 hours of organized PE.

Please see the school counselor for more information about the organized PE program and all requirements.

Exploratory Elective/Alternative Course Options

IvyTech offers a multitude of opportunities for students to explore various extracurricular activities. Students with an interest and passion for extracurriculars outside the scope of the IvyTech curriculum may pursue these personal interests within an approved program while earning elective credits.

Students and parents will need to work closely with the school counselor to have electives approved. The following information needs to be submitted:

• The course title
• General description of the course
• Curriculum/materials: the title, editions, and publisher of any textbook/books/workbook the course will use, any other materials, text, or resources the student will use, as well as anything else used in the course (e.g., websites, videos, services, etc.)
• Course Content: Detailed list of topics covered (or table of contents of a textbook) and description of activities/assignments required for the course. Course content should cover what a traditional course aligned with the California State Standards or framework for that subject would cover (if for an academic subject).
• Activities/Assignments: A clear and detailed list of all assignments, quizzes, essays, test, projects, etc. for each semester of the course. At least two assessments/evaluations must take place for each semester of a course.
• Grading Criteria: Grading criteria and scale must be clearly defined.

Please see your counselor for more information about the alternative course optoins and all requirements.

Ventura County Career Education Center (CEC)/ Regional Occupational Program (ROP)

CEC/ROP is a job training program that provides hands-on career preparation held at various locations and school campuses throughout Ventura County. Programs are open to all eligible high school students, although they are designed for junior and seniors. This program offers students the opportunity to earn high school elective credit, while partaking in career exploration, as well as gaining experience and training for entry-level jobs in a variety of industries. Community-based internships at local businesses and industry sites are offered. The program is scheduled to fit into student schedules, with classes taking place in the afternoons or evenings on Mondays and Wednesdays or Tuesdays and Thursdays. Transportation is provided for most courses to and from a high school within students’ communities.

Satisfactory attendance is required and students will be dropped from a program or earn a FAIL grade if they fail to complete all required hours and work for a program. Enrollment takes place prior to the start of every new semester.

To enroll in a CEC course:

• Visit vcoe.org/cec
• Select the course of study that interests you. Then select the specific course in which you wish to enroll.
• You can register for classes directly through the CEC Portal on their website (https://www.vcoe.org/Career-Education/Career-Education-Center/Career-Education-High-School/Registration-Portal)
• Contact the school counselor to let them know you’ve registered and to be sure it fits into your schedule

Registration begins in the Spring. Late registration generally ends in early August as space permits. .

Please see your counselor for more information about the CEC/ROP program and visit the Ventura County Office of Education website for more information about the CEC/ROP program.

High School Credit for CEC Courses

Students are awarded 1 high school credit for every 15 hours of training completed and document in a CEC course up to a maximum of 10 credits per semester. The CEC office will share final course grades with IvyTech and IvyTech will then transfer these grades to the student’s transcript. Credits will be awarded under the electives category.  

Career Technical Education

Career technical education (CTE) engages all students in a dynamic and seamless learning experience resulting in their mastery of the career and academic knowledge and skills necessary to become productive, contributing members of society. The internet address for the portion of the CDE web site where pupils can learn more about CTE is: cde.ca.gov/ci/ct/

G R A D I N G  P O L I C Y  &  G R A D E  S C A L E

The grade given in any course represents the credentialed teacher’s considered judgment of the degree to which the student has achieved the goals and objectives of the course. It represents the teacher’s professional judgment of the quality of the student’s work and the student’s degree of mastery. No grade may be changed by an administrator unless a clerical or mechanical mistake, fraud, bad faith, or incompetence can be identified.

Five credits are awarded for each semester course completed successfully with a grade of A (-\+), B (-\+), C (-\+) or D (-\+). The related credits earned are applied towards IvyTech Charter graduation requirements in accordance with each courses’ “Required” or “Elective” credit designation. Once an academic requirement has been met, any excess credits may be applied towards the Elective requirement..

No Mark (NM) 

This grade may only be issued on a report card when a student was enrolled in the course for less than 15 days prior to the end of the grading period. Teachers must use a letter grade or an “I” incomplete in all other circumstances.

Incomplete (I) 

This grade may be given when a student is unable to complete coursework or take final exams due to extenuating circumstances. Students will have until the next official grading period (Quarter) to make up the missing work. Otherwise, the “I” incomplete will turn to a “F” fail.

Weighted Grades 

IvyTech does not offer Advanced Placement or Honor courses to issue weighted grades.

Grading Scale

Grade Point Average

Grade point average (GPA) is calculated based on all grades earned in all classes taken from 9th through 12th grade. Pluses and minuses have no value when determining GPA.  

Class Ranking

IvyTech does not report class rank.

A C A D E M I C  I N T E G R I T Y  P O L I C Y

IvyTech Charter School values academic honesty and responsible digital citizenship. As artificial intelligence (AI) tools become more integrated into education, students must understand when and how these tools may be used appropriately. This policy establishes expectations for academic integrity and outlines the consequences of academic dishonesty, including unauthorized use of AI technologies.

Student Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

AI tools such as ChatGPT, DALL·E, Grammarly, Photomath, and others may only be used with explicit teacher permission. Students must follow the specific guidance provided for each assignment. Unless authorized, using AI to complete or generate content for assignments, assessments, or projects is considered academic dishonesty.

Acceptable AI Use (Only with Teacher Approval)

• Brainstorming and idea generation
• Outlining or organizing thoughts
• Reviewing concepts or grammar
• Creative prompts or inspiration
• Translating short words/phrases
• Technical support or debugging

All use of AI tools must:

• Be clearly disclosed by the student (e.g., “I used ChatGPT to brainstorm three ideas for my essay”)
• Follow teacher instructions for each assignment
• Supplement, not replace, student effort or understanding
  

Prohibited AI Use

Students may not:

• Submit AI-generated content as their own without permission
• Use AI to complete graded work (quizzes, essays, projects) unless authorized
• Use AI to bypass problem-solving or learning processes
• Paraphrase or modify AI output and present it as original thought
• Use AI tools during assessments without explicit accommodations
• Impersonate, deceive, or fabricate academic content using AI
  

Consequences for Academic Dishonesty (Including AI Misuse)

Verified academic dishonesty—including unauthorized AI use—will follow a progressive discipline process (when appropriate). Staff will review the context, intent, and frequency of violations before assigning consequences.

 1st Offense

• Consequence: Automatic 0% on affected question(s) or assignment
• Intervention: Possible redo opportunity at teacher discretion
• Communication: Parent/guardian notified via phone/email
• Support Team Notification: School counselor, principal, and if applicable, Special Education Coordinator (for students with IEPs)
  

 2nd Offense

• All of Step 1, plus:
• Meeting: Mandatory student and parent/guardian meeting with school counselor
• Reflection: Student completes a Restorative Academic Integrity Reflection
• Review: Academic Integrity & AI Use Policy reviewed and signed
  

 3rd Offense

• Consequence: Automatic 0% on the entire assignment
• Redo Requirement: Assignment must be redone under supervision of teacher and/or school counselor
• Meeting: Required conference with student, parent/guardian, teacher, and principal
• Contract: Student signs an Academic Integrity Contract outlining future expectations
  

 4th Offense

• Consequence: Drop in letter grade for the course in which the violation occurred
• Escalation: Possible course removal, loss of device privileges, or further disciplinary action

Note: If a student fails to attend required meetings or participate in assigned redos/reflections, consequences may be accelerated

Implementation & Oversight

• All teachers will clearly indicate when AI use is permitted.
• Students must ask for clarification if they are unsure about AI use on an assignment.
• Teachers may request an AI Use Statement on any submitted work.
• Suspected violations will be investigated with student input, review of metadata, and use of AI-detection tools as appropriate.
• Staff will be trained annually on responsible AI integration, detection strategies, and assignment design that promotes original thinking.
  

This policy is aligned with:

• Board Policy 6150 – Student Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Technologies
• Administrative Regulation 6155 – Implementation of Student Use of AI Technologies
• Board Policy 5500 – Acceptable Use of Technology
• CA Education Code § 51512 (Use of Electronic Devices)
  CA Education Code § 48900(k) (Disruption of School Activities)
  

A S S E S S M E N T S  &  T E S T I N G

IvyTech participates in all mandated state testing.

Each spring, students in grades three through eight and high school participate in the CAASPP and CAST.

State Mandated Assessments

• California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP)

• Smarter Balanced Test (SBAC): Computer-based assessments in English and math        

• Administered to 7th, 8th, and 11th grade students.

• California Science Test (CAST): Computer-based assessment in Science

• Administered to 8th and students who have finished

• Physical Fitness Test (PFT)        

• Administered to 7th and 9th grade students
• ALL students must take the PFT. There are no provisions for opting out.        

• English Language Proficiency Assessment for California (ELPAC)

Pursuant to California Education Code Section 60615, parents/guardians may annually submit to the school a written request to excuse their child from any or all of the CAASPP assessments.

ITCS Required Local Assessments & Surveys

In addition to state mandated assessments, all students enrolled at IvyTech Charter School are required to complete the NWEA MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) test, a local diagnostic assessment tool used to measure achievement in math, reading, and language use. ITCS administers the NWEA Tests upon enrollment to help ITCS get to know our students so we can best support their strengths and opportunities for learning. This information helps inform instructional strategies and planning to ensure that all students can reach academic success. ITCS administers the test again in the Spring as a means to see in what areas students have grown in and where they might still need support to fill gaps.

List of NWEA Map Growth Assessments & Social-Emotional Health Survey:

● NWEA Math (7-12 grades) - Upon enrollment & in the Spring

● NWEA Reading (7-12 grades) - Upon enrollment & in the Spring

● NWEA Language Usage (7-12 grades) - Upon enrollment & in the Spring

● NWEA Science (7-12 grades) - Upon enrollment & in the Spring

● Covitality Social-Emotional Health Survey (see letter) - within the first 3 weeks of enrolling & in the Spring

State and local assessments are important for IvyTech. We are required to show our students are growing in their learning. Both forms of assessment allow us to track student progress and report how our students are progressing academically.

These tests provide parents/guardians, teachers, and educators with information about how well students are learning and becoming college and career-ready. The test results may be used for local, state, and federal accountability purposes.

State testing is important for both IvyTech and families as it provides information about how well students are learning and becoming college and career-ready. We appreciate 100% participation and ask that all of our students participate in all state-mandated exams since our funding is tied to having at least 95% of our students participate in these exams.

The school administrator will email families and students periodically with updates pertaining to testing practice, dates, and any other information related to state testing.

ITCS Course Summative Assessments

All IvyTech courses have Midterms and Finals. Testing will be conducted on-site, NO EXCEPTIONS, unless otherwise arranged.

Additional Exams and Aptitude Tests

These tests are NOT facilitated by IvyTech. Families can look at respective websites for more information and proctoring information:         

Other tests proctored by outside agencies and discussed by our staff:

• ACT Exam (American College Test): The ACT is a college entrance exam that may be used as an alternative to the SAT. The ACT test content consists of English, Math, Reading, and Science. There is also a writing test. Many colleges require the writing portion to be completed. There are six dates between September and June (different dates than the SAT). Students may take the test more than once. Apply online. Contact: www.actstudent.org
• ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery): The ASVAB is a multiple-choice test that measures skills in areas like math, reading, science, and technical subjects. While it is used by the military to help determine eligibility and job placement, many high schools also offer it as a career exploration tool. Taking the ASVAB can give you insights into your strengths and help you explore a wide range of career options—whether or not you plan to join the military. The test is proctored by civilian Education Services Specialists. This is a FREE test available to 11th & 12th graders during the school day.
• CPP (California Proficiency Program): SEE BELOW
• GED (General Development Test): The GED may be taken by students 18 years old and older for the purpose of receiving the California High School Equivalency Certificate. http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/tg/gd
• HiSet
• PreACT: PreACT gives students an estimated ACT test score and can be used as an indicator of college and career readiness. Reports include data to help teachers and counselors target interventions, inform classroom instruction, and guide students in course selection.
• PSAT (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test): The PSAT is a shorter version of the SAT (see next page) and is usually taken in the junior year as practice for the SAT and is used to determine National Merit Scholars. Students must register to take the test and pay the fee in the Student Store. The PSAT is administered only once a year at Moorpark High School in October.
• SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test): The SAT is a nationwide test used by most institutions to help determine college and university admission eligibility. The SAT is offered and administered by the College Board. It is the student’s responsibility to register and pay for this test. The test may be taken more than once. There are seven different test dates between October and June. Students are encouraged to take the SAT as early as May or June of their junior year. Apply online. Contact: www. Collegeboard.com
• SAT Subject Tests: ​​SAT Subject Tests are administered by the College Board, in specific subjects. Students should consult specific college catalogs to find out if the subject tests are necessary for admission. There are six test dates between November and June. Test dates are listed on the school calendar. Apply online. Contact: www.collegeboard.com.

SAT, ACT, AP Exam Scores-  IvyTech transcripts do not reflect these scores. When submitting college and /or scholarship applications, seniors are reminded to have their scores sent directly to colleges by the College Board and ACT.

California Proficiency Program (formerly the CHSPE)

The California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) was discontinued in 2023 and has been replaced by the California Proficiency Program (CPP).

The CPP uses the HiSET® proficiency subtests in Language Arts (reading & writing) and Mathematics to assess whether students have the same basic skills in those subjects that are typically taught in high school. Upon successfully passing the required subtests, a student is awarded a California Certificate of Proficiency, which is legally equivalent to a California high school diploma.

After earning the Certificate of Proficiency, students may choose to stay in school or exit (with the permission of a parent/guardian) to pursue higher education or work.

Eligibility
 You may take the CPP if, on the test date, you meet one of these:

To take the CPP, a student must meet both of the following:

1. One of these requirements:

• Be at least 16 years old, OR
• Have been enrolled in 10th grade for one academic year or longer, OR
• Will complete one academic year of enrollment in 10th grade by the end of the semester during which the next regular administration of the exam will be held.

2. Also, the student must be currently subject to California’s compulsory education laws (for example enrolled in public or registered private school, or in some cases working with approved arrangements such as independent study or having a work permit plus required tutoring)

Important Notes

• The Certificate of Proficiency is valid only in California.
• It is not the same as completing all high school graduation requirements (even though it's a legal equivalent of a diploma in many respects)
• Students using this certificate are eligible for many California higher education institutions and employers that accept a high school diploma, but they should always check specific college admission or scholarship requirements, since some may have additional course prerequisites.
• After passing, students may continue attending high school or, with parent/guardian permission, may leave school to pursue other opportunities

More Information
 For test dates, registration, and preparation materials, visit:
 California Department of Education – CPP                                        

NCAA Eligibility                        

The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) governs athletic programs of many colleges in the U.S., organized into three divisions (Division I, Division II, Division III). Divisions I and II offer athletic scholarships; Division III does not offer athletic scholarships but may offer academic or need-based aid. For current NCAA academic requirements go to eligibilitycenter.org.

IvyTech is accredited by the NCAA. Students who wish to participate in NCAA Division sports are required to complete academic core requirements and earn a required minimum grade point average. NCAA no longers requires students to take the SAT or ACT for initial eligibility. Many colleges and universities, however, still require students to take these exams for admission or scholarship purposes, and college coaches may still ask to see your scores to determine if a student meets their academic standards.

You can find IvyTech list of NCAA approved courses at https://web3.ncaa.org/hsportal/exec/hsAction?hsActionSubmit=searchHighSchool

Prospective student athletes must also register with the NCAA. Please visit the NCAA Eligibility Center at www.eligibilitycenter.org for more information and consult with the school counselor regarding the process.

Cal Grant Opt Out (for 11th graders ONLY

In order to be considered for a Cal Grant, California public high schools and charter schools are required to submit a high school Grade Point Average (GPA) to the California Student Aid Commission by October 1 for all graduating seniors, unless the student or parent has opted out.

California Education Code section 69432.9 requires the school district or charter school, to notify all grade 11 pupils and their parent/guardian (if under the age of 18), in writing and no later than January 1 of a pupil’s grade 11 academic year, that the pupil will be deemed a Cal Grant applicant unless the pupil has opted out prior to the date below (as specified by the high school).

Students / parents who wish to opt out must complete a Cal Grant GPA Opt-Out Form by March 2 of the student’s 11th grade year. Students who do not opt out will have their GPA submitted to the Commission to be considered for a Cal Grant award.

Requirements to Be Considered for Cal Grant

To be eligible for Cal Grant, among other things, students need:

1. A GPA submitted to CSAC by October 1 of senior year (if not opted out).
   
2. Filing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or CADAA (California Dream Act Application) by March 2.

What Happens If You Opt Out

• If a student or parent opts out before the deadline, the school will not submit the student’s GPA to CSAC, and that student will not be considered for Cal Grant based on that automatic GPA submission.
  
• Opting out does not prevent the student from applying for Cal Grants in other ways (e.g. verifying GPA themselves or submitting appeal). But missing the automatic submission means you must take the initiative.

Graduation Ceremony

Graduations are an important moment in the culmination of a student’s educational journey. We celebrate this accomplishment with a high school graduation ceremony. To participate in the graduation ceremony, seniors must have completed all graduation requirements by the end of the 2nd semester of their senior year.

Seniors are notified in the spring of their progress toward graduation. Students on track to graduate will be contacted by our office manager for information related to caps and gowns, ceremony information, etc.

IvyTech graduation ceremonies are intimate and special. Seniors and families will be notified in the Spring of how many guests they may invite to the ceremony. In general, students are each allotted SIX guests. Student names are printed on diplomas as they are in our Student Information System; however, ITCS will reach out to confirm the students name for the diploma prior to graduation.

P O S T - S E C O N D A R Y  E D U C A T I O N  O P T I O N S

Students have several options for pursuing higher education post-high school. Below are some options:

1. University of California

1. 9 undergraduate, 1 graduate campuses
2. 4-year undergraduate education & post-graduate options
3. Designed to select from the top 12% of the state’s high school graduates, as well as transfer students who have successfully completed a specific pattern of community college coursework.
4. High school applicants must fulfill the A-G course requirements, attain a minimum 3.0 GPA, submit personal insight question answers, and other required documents and activities.
5. Visit https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu to learn more about the University of California

2. California State University

1. 23 campuses
2. 4-year undergraduate education & post-graduate options
3. Designed to select from the top33% of the state’s high school graduates, as well as transfer students who have successfully completed a specific pattern of community college coursework.
4. High school applicants must fulfill the A-G course requirements, attain a minimum 2.0 GPA or the minimum GPA required for a specific campus or major, submit personal insight question answers, and other required documents and activities.
5. Visit www.calstateapply.edu to learn more about the California State University.

3. California Community College System

1. 109 campuses; 3 in Ventura County Community College District (VCCCD)

1. Moorpark, Oxnard, and Ventura
2. Visit vcccd.edu for more information

2. 2-or more years of undergraduate education, including Associate’s degree & certificate options
3. Students can attend ANY community college in the state- no residency requirement
4. High school graduates and students who are 18 years of age or older are eligible to apply and enroll for community college assessments.
5. Visit www.assist.org for information about transferring to the UC or CSU from a community college

1. Both UC and CSU offer guaranteed transfers to some campus

6. Transfer Programs:

1. To UC system after completion of a minimum of 60 semester or 90 quarter units of transferable courses (2-years of college work)
2. To CSU system after completion of a minimum of 60 semester or 90 quarter units of transferable courses (2-years of college work)
3. To private colleges or universities: requirements vary by school

4. In-State or Out-of-State Public or Private Colleges and Universities

1. Requirements vary by school. See the school counselor to discuss a specific school or program.

5. Career Technical Education

1. Programs or courses that focus on career preparation
2. Visit www.cde.ca.gov/ds/si/rp for more information.

Helpful Websites for College and University Admissions                                

www.cccco.edu (California Community College Sytem)

admission.universityofcalifornia.edu (University of California)

www.csumentor.edu (California State University)

www.assist.org (Search for majors and transfer options through CSU and UC) www.californiacolleges.edu (Search CA public, private, and four year colleges) www.collegeconfidential.com (Search for colleges, majors and scholarships)

Scholarship and Financial Aid Resources

www.fafsa.ed.gov (The primary financial aid application for all colleges)

www.csac.ca.gov (Information for financial aid at CA colleges)

www.fastweb.com (A national search tool for scholarships)

Please note: These are just a few of the many resources available to families in the search for scholarships and financial aid.

IvyTech Charter School Course List

LINK to Course Catalog

ENGLISH

Middle School

MS English 7                                 (2 semesters, Edgenuity; Traditional Independent Study [TIS])

MS English 8                                 (2 semesters; Edgenuity; TIS)

MS English Language Arts- English 7        (2 semesters; Buzz; Structured Independent study [SIS])

MS English Language Arts- English 8        (2 semesters; Buzz; SIS)        

High School

English Language Arts- English 9        (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS)

English Language Arts- English 10         (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS)

English Language Arts- English 11         (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS)

English Language Arts- English 12         (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS)

        Common Core English 9                 (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)

        Common Core English 10                 (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)

        Common Core English 11                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)

        Common Core English 12                 (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)

HISTORY/SOCIAL SCIENCE

Middle School

MS World History IS                         (2 semesters, Edgenuity; TIS)

MS US History        IS                        (2 semesters, Edgenuity; TIS)

MS History 7                                (2 semesters; Buzz; SIS)

MS History 8                                (2 semesters; Buzz; SIS)        

High School

World History                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS)

US History                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS)

Government                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS)

Economics                                 (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS)

        Ethnic Studies                                (1 semester, 5 credits; Buzz; TIS)

World Geography & Cultures                (1 semester, 5 credits; Buzz; TIS)

World History                                 (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; TIS)

CR World History                        (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)        

US History                                 (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; TIS)

CR US History                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)

United States History                        (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; TIS)

Government                                (1 semester, 5 credits; Buzz; TIS)

Economics                                (1 semester, 5 credits; Buzz; TIS)

MATH

Middle School

        Pre-Algebra                                (2 semesters; Buzz; SIS)        

        MS Algebra                                (2 semesters; Buzz; SIS)

Pre-Algebra                                (2 semesters; Buzz; TIS)        

        MS Algebra                                (2 semesters; Buzz; TIS)        

        Pre-Algebra                                (2 semesters, Edgenuity; TIS)

        MA Algebra                                 (2 semesters, Edgenuity; TIS)

        Algebra 1                                (2 semesters, Edgenuity; TIS)

High School

Algebra 1                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS or TIS)

Geometry                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS or TIS)

Algebra 2                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS or TIS)

        Trigonometry                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS or TIS)

Precalculus                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)

Money Math                                 (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; TIS)

Financial Math                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)

SCIENCE

Middle School

        MS Science 7                                 (2 semesters, Buzz; SIS or TIS)

        MS Science 8                                (2 semesters, Buzz; SIS or TIS)

High School

        Oceanography                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz/UC Scout; SIS)                

Biology                                        (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz/UC Scout; SIS)

Biology                                        (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)

        Oceanography                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; TIS)

Anatomy/Physiology                        (2 semesters, 10 credits; E-Dynamic Learning; Independent

Study)

Chemistry                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)

        Earth and Space Science                 (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)

Environmental Science                        (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)

        Physics                                        (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)

        Physics         in the Universe                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)

        Forensic Science                        (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz/UCCI; SIS)

        Earth Science                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; TIS)

        Astronomy                                (1 semester, 5 credits; Buzz; TIS)

Forensic Science: Using Science to Solve a Mystery                (1 semester, 5 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)

ETHNIC STUDIES

High School                

CTE - Culture Through Art & Design        (1 semester, 5 credits; Buzz; SIS)

        Ethnic Studies                                (1 semesters, 5 credits; Buzz; TIS)

ETHNIC STUDIES

High School                

CTE- Health                                (1 semester, 5 credits; Buzz; SIS)

        Health                                        (1 semesters, 5 credits; Buzz; TIS)

FOREIGN LANGUAGE

Middle School

        Spanish 1                                (2 semesters; Edgenuity; TIS)

        Spanish 2                                (2 semesters; Edgenuity; TIS)

High School                

Spanish I                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity IS; TIS)

        Spanish II                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity IS; TIS)        

        Spanish III                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity IS; TIS)

        French I                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity IS; TIS)

        French II                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity IS; TIS)

French III                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity IS; TIS)

American Sign Language 1                (2 semesters, 10 credits; eDynamic Learning; TIS)

American Sign Language 2                (2 semesters, 10 credits; eDynamic Learning; TIS)

VISUAL/PERFORMING ARTS

Middle School

IS Fine Arts                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; TIS)

High School

        3D Printing & Design                        (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS)

Art                                        (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS)

IS Fine Arts                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; TIS)

Visual Arts                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)

Art History                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)

ELECTIVES

Middle School

Career Explorations                        (2 semesters; Edgenuity)

        Online Learning & Digital Citizenship        (1 semester; Edgenuity)

High School

CTE 3D Fabrication & Design                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS)

CTE Baking                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS)

College & Career Readiness                (1 semester, 10 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)

Community Service                        (ongoing, variable; Buzz; TIS)

Computer Education                        (1 semester, 10 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)

CTE Cooking                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS)

Creative writing                        (2 semesters, 10 credits; eDynamic Learning; TIS)

Driver’s Education                        (1 quarter, 2.5 credits; TVDS Online; TIS)

        Environmental Sustainability                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS)

Ethnic Studies                                (1 semester, 5 credits; Buzz; TIS)

CTE Ethnic Studies                        (1 semester, 5 credits; Buzz; TIS)

Fencing                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS)

Minecraft Discovery Project                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS)

Mythology                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS)

Organized PE                                (ongoing, variable; Buzz; TIS)

Psychology                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)

Sociology                                (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)

RPG Creative Writing                        (2 semesters, 10 credits; Buzz; SIS)

        Work Experience                        (ongoing, variable; Buzz; TIS)

CTE Pathways

        CTE Animation- Animator                

(4 semesters, 5 credits each; eDynamic Learning; TIS)

Animation: 1A Introduction        

Animation: 1B Animating Your Creativity

3D Modeling: Introduction        

3D Modeling: Set the Scene

CTE Business Management- Entrepreneur        

(4 semesters, 5 credits each; eDynamic Learning; TIS)

        Entrepreneurship- 1a: Introduction

        Entrepreneurship- 1b: Make Your Idea a Reality

        Business Ownership- 1a: Introduction

        Business Ownership- 1b: Reach for the Stars

CTE Child Development- Day Care Worker        

(4 semesters, 5 credits each; eDynamic Learning; TIS)

        Real World Parenting

        Nutrition & Wellness

        Early Childhood Education- 1a: Introduction

        Early Childhood Education- 1b: Developing Early Learners

CTE Design, Visual and Media Arts- Graphic Design- Graphic Designer

                (4 semesters, 5 credits each; eDynamic Learning; TIS)

                        Digital Design- 1a: Introduction

                        Digital Design- 1b: Express Your Ideas Visually

                        Digital Media Fundamentals- 1A: Introduction

                        Digital Media Fundamentals- 1B: Producing for the Web

CTE Food Service and Hospitality- Restaurant Manager

        (4 semesters, 5 credits each; eDynamic Learning; TIS)

                Culinary Arts- 1a: Introduction

                Culinary Arts- 1b: Finding Your Palate

                Nutrition and Wellness

                Culinary Arts 2- Baking, Pastry, and More!

        CTE Game Design and Integration- Game Designers

                (4 semesters, 5 credits each; eDynamic Learning; TIS)\

Foundations of Game Design- 1A: Introduction

Foundations of Game Design- 1B: Storytelling Mechanics and Production

Game Design 2a: Build a World

Game Design 2b: Launch a Game                        

        CTE Healthcare Operational Support Services- Medical Office Administrator

                (4 semesters, 5 credits each; eDynamic Learning; TIS)

                        Medical Terminology- 1A: Introduction

                        Medical Terminology- 1B: Discovering Word Foundations

                        Medical Office Administration- 1a: Introduction

                        Medical Office Administration- 1b: Vital to the Front Office

        CTE Information Supports & Services- Cybersecurity Specialist

                (4 semesters, 5 credits each; eDynamic Learning; TIS)

                        Network Security Fundamentals- 1a: Introduction

Network Security Fundamentals- 1b: Forensics & Permissions

Operational Cybersecurity- 1a: Introduction

Operational Cybersecurity- 1b: Security and Planning in the Workplace        

CTE Marketing- Marketing Specialist

                 (4 semesters, 5 credits each; eDynamic Learning; TIS)

                        Marketing Foundations- 1A: Introduction

                        Marketing Foundations- 1B: Building Your Base

                        Marketing- 2A Global Business and Trade

Marketing- 2B Developing a Sales Team

CTE Mental & Behavioral Health- Counselor

                 (4 semesters, 5 credits each; eDynamic Learning; TIS)

                        Medical Terminology- 1A: Introduction

                        Medical Terminology- 1B: Discovering Word Foundations

                        Human and Social Services 1- Introduction

                        Peer Counseling I

        CTE Web & Social Media Programming & Design- Web Designer/Developer

 (4 semesters, 5 credits each; eDynamic Learning; TIS)

Digital Media Fundamentals- 1A: Introduction

Digital Media Fundamentals- 1B: Producing for the Web

Digital Media Web Design- 2a: Build a Portfolio Website

Digital Media Web Design- 2b: Build an eCommerce Website

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Middle School

        MS PE                                        (2 semesters; Buzz)

High School

        HS Physical Education                        (4 semesters, 20 credits; Buzz; TIS)

        Lifetime Fitness                        (2 semesters, 10 credits; Edgenuity; TIS)