2009-2010 EOP Parent-Student Handbook

WOODLAKE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

Education Options Programs

Fully Accredited by the Schools Commission of the

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

2009 - 2015

Bravo Lake High School

Bravo Teen Age Parenting Program

(Bravo T.A.P.P.)

Independent Study

Woodlake Community Day School

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Woodlake Adult School

“A Caring Community Where Every Student Is Reachable, Teachable And Worthy Of The Effort”

PARENT◄►STUDENT

HANDBOOK

2009-10

TABLE OF CONTENTS

District and School Personnel........................................................................................1

Education Options Programs Introduction.................................................................2

Expected School-wide Learning Results…..................................................................3

Educational Options General Information...............................................................3-8

Bravo Lake High School………………........................................................................9

Bravo TAPP……………………..................................................................................10

WUHSD Independent Study........................................................................................11

Woodlake Community Day School.........................................................................12-13

Woodlake Adult School...........................................................................................14-16

Sexual Harassment……………………………….………………..…………….….16

Notification of Complaint Procedure…………….………………………………...16

Canine Detection…………………………………………………………………….16

WOODLAKE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

GOVERNING BOARD

President.............................................................................................................Wayne Hardcastle

Clerk.................................................................................................................... Kent Owen

Trustee................................................................................................................. Charles Mills

Trustee................................................................................................................ Edmund Pena Trustee................................................................................................................. Richard Rochin

DISTRICT OFFICE STAFF

Phone Number: 564-8081

Superintendent...................................................................................................Timothy A. Hire

Assistant Superintendent-Elementary.............................................................Brent Cushenbery

Assistant Superintendent-Secondary...............................................................Dr. David East

Chief Business Official.......................................................................................Sandra Flores

Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent.............................................Bernadine Landeros

Director of Maintenance/Operations/Transportation...................................Darren Dunn

EDUCATIONAL OPTIONS PROGRAMS

Phone Number: 564-8716

STAFF

Director - Principal of Educational Options...................................................Rich Villanueva

Secretary-Registrar...........................................................................................Maria Ponce

Instruction (Bravo Lake/Bravo TAPP)............................................................Melissa Deitz

Instruction (Bravo Lake/Independent Study).................................................Michael Kelley

Instruction (BravoLake/Independent Study/WCDS).....................................Melissa Patrick

Instruction (WCDS)...........................................................................................David Gonzales

Instructional Aide (WCDS)...............................................................................Jeff Johnson

Instructional Aide (BLHS/BTAPP).................................................................Delma Rodriguez

EDUCATIONAL OPTIONS PROGRAMS

INTRODUCTION

The Bravo Lake High School campus, located at 450 W. Sequoia, is home to four Educational Options Programs (EOP). They are:

Bravo Lake Continuation High School (BLHS), Bravo TAPP (BTAPP), Independent Study (IS), and Woodlake Adult School (WAS).

In addition, the administrative office of the Woodlake Community Day School (WCDS), a fifth educational options program which is located at 36220 Millwood Drive on the high school farm site, is also located on this campus.

The purpose of EOP is to provide educational placements to students who, for various reasons and unique circumstances, are in need of and request an educational placement outside of the traditional school setting. A student and his/her parents, guardians, administrators, probation officers and others may advocate for a student’s placement in EOP if they have determined that the student might be better suited for a different approach to receiving his/her education outside of the regular classroom settings provided by Woodlake Public Schools.

The decision to place a student in an EOP setting is generally determined through the district’s Student Study Team (SST) referral process. The SST, which includes parent(s)/guardian(s) and student, thoroughly discusses a student’s issues and concerns and determines the best possible educational placement to support a student’s academic success. Once a student is placed, his/her progress is carefully monitored and support services are provided as needed.

EOP staff provide a safe, orderly and friendly atmosphere where a student can receive his/her education.

As a parent/guardian, it is your responsibility to be sure that your son/daughter is in school. All EOPs require that a student be present to earn credits by completing assigned work. When a student is not present and does not complete work, units are not earned. Encourage your son/daughter to attend school every day. Contact information for each program is provided in this handbook. You are welcome to visit or call our offices if you have any questions or concerns regarding your son’s or daughter’s educational progress.

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Woodlake Union High School District

EXPECTED SCHOOL-WIDE LEARNING RESULTS (ESLRS)

As part of their academic program, all EOP students are expected to meet the following Woodlake Union High School District’s established ESLRs as reflected in their course work and Senior Portfolio Project:

Effective Communication

Students will communicate effectively through a variety of media; use a variety of information; be effective communicators by demonstrating good writing, speaking and listening skills; demonstrate effective presentation skills through creative expression.

Effective Problem-Solution

Students will recognize and analyze problems; consider a variety of strategies for problem solutions; show initiative and an ability to complete the problem solving process.

Group Contribution

Students will work collaboratively to complete a task; demonstrate effective interpersonal skills; self-monitor and assess behavior in groups; encourage contributions from all group members.

Responsible Citizenship

Students will demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character: Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship; engage in activities which address local and global issues; demonstrate responsible citizenship through Youth Service Learning.

Lifelong Learning

Students will establish personal priorities and achievable goals and evaluate progress towards those goals; organize an effective plan for education and career goals; develop and utilize strategies that promote physical and mental health; develop skills to master the changing tools of technology.

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EDUCATIONAL OPTIONS PROGRAMS

General Information

After reading the EOP General Information section, if you have any questions or need additional information, please contact the EOP office located on the BLHS campus at 564-8716.

ATTENDANCE – ACADEMIC CREDIT

Credit earned and attendance are closely related. Good attendance is necessary in order to accumulate credit which counts towards graduation from EOP or any other school. Units of credit will be determined by work completed while in attendance at school. Absence from school directly affects academic success. Each day’s absence from class makes it more difficult for a student to perform up to his/her potential. We ask your cooperation in ensuring your student regularly attends school. Please contact us if you need assistance with this effort.

ABSENCES

When a student is absent, a parent(s)/guardian(s) must call the school office that day and state the reason for absence. Please call 564-8716 to explain the absence or unexpected tardiness of your child. If it is not possible to call the office, written excuses from the parents are required. Written excuses must give the date and the reason for the absence.

**UNEXCUSED ABSENCES MUST BE CLEARED WITHIN TWO WEEKS FOLLOWING AN ABSENCE**

In the event that a student is found to be absent without just cause for any three days (consecutively or non-consecutively) legal proceedings will be initiated against the parents of that student (see SARB).

Under California Law, parents/guardians are required to comply with state compulsory attendance laws. The parent/guardian who fails to comply with these laws may be guilty of an infraction. A criminal complaint may be filed against that person, and that person may be prosecuted.

The only state approved excused absences from school are: (Reference: Ed. Code, Section 46100)

(1) an illness or an injury to the child

(2) a quarantine of the home by county or city health official

(3) a medical, dental or optometric appointment that can only be scheduled during school

hours

(4) attendance at funeral services for a member of the immediate family

SCHOOL ATTENDANCE REVIEW BOARD (SARB)

In the event that a student is found to be absent without just cause for any three days (consecutively or non-consecutively), a SARB (School Attendance Review Board) letter will be sent to parents. If the student is absent a fourth time without just cause, a second letter will be sent to the parents. If the student is absent a fifth time without just cause, a third letter will be sent to the parents and the child will be considered an habitual truant. At that time, a final letter will be sent to the parents notifying them of the time and place to appear at a SARB Hearing. At the hearing, members of the SARB panel decide what action is to be taken. It is the parent who is held accountable at SARB hearings. If the SARB panel decides that the matter should be filed with the Tulare County District Attorney’s Office, it is the parent who must appear in court and not the child.

If a child is absent for medical reasons for ten (10) days or more during the course of the year (consecutively or non-consecutively) a doctor’s excuse will be required. In the event that a doctor’s excuse is not provided by the parents after ten days of absence, SARB proceedings will begin.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURE FORMS

EOP parent(s)/guardian(s) must complete an emergency form for each student enrolled in school. These forms are used by the office in the event of an emergency.

Emergency information requested includes the following:

1. Home phone number

2. Parent(s)’/Guardian(s)’ work phone number and address

3. Doctor’s name and address

4. Name, address and phone number of friend or relative you have designated to contact in

case of emergency.

Please notify the school immediately if there are any changes to your emergency information during the school year.

GRADES - CREDITS

Grades in EOP are awarded on an A-D system. A grade of “F” will not be awarded in EOP. A student receiving a failing grade will either repeat the course work or not receive a grade. During the 2009-10 school year, EOP, like Woodlake High School (WHS), will be on a Trimester grading system, each Trimester consisting of twelve weeks. Students will receive grades three times per year at the end of each Trimester. Reports cards are sent home at the end of each trimester, but parents may request a progress report at any time during the school year. EOP operates under a variable credit system. All credit will be awarded in increments of 0.5 units. Students have the opportunity to earn as many credits per trimester as possible and are encouraged to do so. (See GRADUATION PROFILE – INDIVIDUAL LEARNING PLAN)

INTRA-SCHOOL TRANSFERS

Typically, EOP students attending will have three opportunities (at the end of each trimester) during the course of the year to petition to return to Woodlake High School. Students wishing to return to Woodlake High School must petition to request a meeting to discuss the required criteria for return to the high school. The petitioning student, parent(s)/guardian(s), EOP administration, and Woodlake High School administration may all participate. EOP students who wish to transfer to Woodlake High School must meet five requirements (during the course of a trimester) in order to qualify to return.

Students MUST meet the following exit requirements:

1. Earn a minimum of *16 units

2. Have 94% positive attendance

3. Have no major discipline problems

4. No outstanding Tardy Tracking Forms

5. Have EOP staff recommendation to return

*Note: Students returning to WHS who wish to participate in sports must earn a minimum of 20 units

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES

Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled on an individual basis as needed and requested. If desired, parent(s)/guardian(s) are encouraged to contact the EOP administrative office on the Bravo Lake campus to arrange a conference regarding questions or concerns related to his/her son or daughter.

DISTRICT PROFICIENCIES - CAHSEE

To graduate from the Woodlake Union High School District, EOP students must pass the district proficiency tests in the areas of Reading, Writing and Mathematics. In addition, they must pass the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) to earn a high school diploma in the state of California. A graduating senior may opt for a certificate of completion without passing the CAHSEE.

YOUTH SERVICE LEARNING – COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECTS

The Woodlake Union High School District requires 85 hours (5 credits) of volunteer work as part of its graduation requirements. Hours are not done for pay, for family, or on school time. Youth Service Learning(YSL) projects must be approved before starting a project(s). The number of YSL hours required for a student who transfers from another district will be prorated. A student may do all of his/her YSL hours in one year, but it is highly recommended that the 85 hours be spread over the four years of high school. The 85 hours may be completed in a single project or through several projects. A student may begin YSL projects after 8^th grade graduation. YSL projects may be done as an individual, in partnership with another student or with a group of students. IT IS THE STUDENT’S RESPONSIBILITY TO COMPLETE THE YSL GRADUATION REQUIREMENT.

SENIOR PORTFOLIO GRADUATION REQUIREMENT

To graduate from the Woodlake Union High School District, EOP seniors must submit a completed portfolio during a scheduled Senior Exit Interview. To meet this requirement, all EOP students are assigned a Portfolio Advisor and students are required to work on their portfolios at least once a month throughout the course of a school year. All EOP students are responsible for the completion of their portfolio.

WORK PERMITS - WORK EXPERIENCE

All students under 18 years of age must have work permits in order to be employed at a regular job during and away from school. Work permits will be issued by the EOP administrative office. A student must be 14 years old and have a Social Security number before he/she can be issued a permit.

A student may earn work experience credit if he or she has a regular, verified job approved by the school. One credit will be awarded for each twenty hours of work. Work experience credits, however, will not exceed five credits per semester. Work experience credit is contingent upon productive school work and good attendance.

All EOP students must comply with the Woodlake Union High School District dress code guidelines listed below:

*Mesh see-through tops, shirts or blouses that expose bare midriffs are not allowed.

*Blouses, shirts or dresses with shoulder straps that are less than 2 inches wide are not allowed.

*Shirts or blouses with pictures or words that are offensive, or that depict or suggest illegal activities such as gang activity, shooting at human targets, spraying graffiti, gambling (including dice), smoking, alcohol, drugs and/or tobacco, or anything else inappropriate are not allowed.

*Pajama type attire and slippers are not allowed, and undergarments are not to be worn as outer garments.

*Dog chains and collars, or the like, may not be worn. Studded or sharp, weapon-like accessories are not permitted. Wallet chains are not permitted.

*Acceptable headgear: full brim hats or hats that have an attached full brim to provide sun protection to the ears and back of the neck. To provide warmth, knit caps are acceptable from Nov. – Feb.

Headgear cannot be blue or red nor can it have any lettering or logos which represent gang affiliation. The only exception is any unaltered lettering related to the Woodlake Union High School District. Headgear may be worn outdoors only.

Note: EOP student dress code compliance is tracked daily. Four dress code violations will result in a one day suspension.

Welcome to Educational Options Programs! It is your responsibility to read, sign and date this document. The following Behavioral and Academic Expectations are established to help ensure your success:

2. Stay on task. You will work on your classroom assignments as directed by your teacher. You will not be allowed to sit in class, sleep or do nothing.

3. You may not leave class without your teacher’s permission and a signed pass from him/her. Wandering around campus without permission is strictly forbidden.

4. Respect school and private property. No food, drink or gum in classrooms.

5. Public display of affection (PDA) will be restricted to holding hands. Be mature about your behavior and show respect for yourself and others.

7. EOP campuses are closed. You may not leave campus without permission from EOP staff.

8. Do not loiter or walk through any Woodlake Public School campus while they are in session unless authorized by EOP staff and an issued pass.

9. Once on campus, stay on campus. Do not loiter in the parking lot or on the street.

10. Electronic signaling devices are allowed at school but must be turned off and remain out of sight during school hours including breaks. Students using these devices during school hours will have their device(s) confiscated. Students may, however, use such devices for school wide, state and federal emergencies only during school hours.

Note: Items confiscated in violation of school rules will be held and must be picked up by parent/guardian. Those items not retrieved will be discarded at the end of the school year. EOP is not responsible for lost or stolen articles that are not supposed to be at school.

In addition to the above expectations, you will be informed of the grounds for

Possible suspension and/or expulsion as listed in Education Code 48900 and causes for

I have read and understand the STUDENT BEHAVIORAL AND ACADEMIC EXPECTATIONS pertaining to Educational Options Programs for the 2009-10 school year.

A student may be suspended or expelled for acts which are listed in this section and related to school activity or attendance which occur at any time, including but not limited to, any of the following:

a. 1.)Caused, attempted to cause, or threatened to cause physical injury to another person.

2.)Willfully used force or violence upon the person of another, except in self defense.

b. Possessed, sold or otherwise furnished any firearm, knife, explosive or other dangerous object unless, in the case of possession of any object of this type, the pupil had obtained written permission to possess the item from a certificated school employee, which is concurred in by the principal or the designee of the principal.

c. Unlawfully possessed, used, sold or otherwise furnished, or been under the influence of, any controlled substance, as listed in Chapter 2 (commencing with Section11053) of Division 10 of the Health and Safety Code, an alcoholic beverage or an intoxicant of any kind.

d. Unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any controlled substance as listed in Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11053) of Division 10 of the Health and Safety Code, an alcoholic beverage, or an intoxicant of any kind, and then either sold, delivered or otherwise furnished to any person another liquid, substance, or material and represented the liquid, substance or material as a controlled substance, alcoholic beverage, or intoxicant.

h. Possessed or used tobacco, or any products containing tobacco or nicotine products, including, but not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, miniature cigars, clove cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, snuff, chew packets, and betel.

j. Unlawfully possessed or unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any drug paraphernalia, as defined in Section 11014. 5 of the Health & Safety Code.

k. Disrupted school activities or otherwise willfully defied the valid authority of supervisors, teachers, administrators, school officials, or other school personnel engaged in the performance of their duties.

n. Committed or attempted to commit a sexual assault or committed a sexual battery.

o. Harassed, threatened, or intimidated a pupil who is a complaining witness or witness in a school disciplinary proceeding for the purpose of either preventing that pupil from being a witness or retaliating against that pupil for being a witness, or both.

.2 Committed unwelcome sexual advance, request for sexual favors, and other verbal, visual, or physical conduct of a sexual nature, as defined in Education Code Section 212.5. This section only applies to grades 4-12. (E.C. 48900.2)

.3 Caused, threatened to cause, or participated in an act of hate violence. This section only applies to grades 4-12. (E.C. 48900.3)

.4 Harassment, threats, or intimidation directed against school district personnel or pupils that is sufficiently severe or pervasive to have the actual and reasonably expected effect of materially disrupting classwork, creating substantial disorder, and invading the rights of either school personnel or pupils by creating an intimidating or hostile educational environment. This section only applies to grades 4-12. (E.C. 48900.4)

.7 Terroristic threats against school officials or school property, or both. (E.C. 48900.7)

After twenty (20) days of suspension, ( within one school year), a student will be recommended for an expulsion hearing.

1. Possessing, selling, or otherwise furnishing a firearm. 2. Brandishing a knife at another person.

3. Unlawfully selling a controlled substance. 4. Committing or attempting to commit a sexual assault or sexual battery. 5. Possession of an explosive.

A safe, friendly and accepting learning environment where students want to learn and teachers want to teach.

The mission of Bravo Lake High School is to assess the educational needs of each student; to provide opportunities for academic success; to plant the seeds that foster resiliency; and to model positive social skills and civic responsibility.

Bravo Lake High School (BLHS) is designed to meet the needs of those students who, for any number of reasons, need a different educational placement. The BLHS staff will provide your son/daughter with an opportunity to complete the required courses of instruction to meet graduation requirements, to pass the district proficiencies, to pass the California High School Exit Exam, and to receive individualized instruction and guidance.

1. An opportunity for the student to complete courses required for high school graduation.

2. An opportunity to meet the standards of proficiency set by the Woodlake Union High School

3. A program of instruction that emphasizes occupational orientation or a work-study

program that offers intensive guidance services to meet students’ special needs.

4. A program designed to meet each student’s educational needs, with classroom instruction supplemented by independent study, regional occupation programs, work experience, career counseling, and/or job placement services as needed and available.

The voluntary Bravo Extension Program (BEP) is available to any BLHS, BTAPP, or IS student who wishes to receive additional help and tutoring with his/her academic program. Students are not required to attend the extension program. During the BEP, the district’s discipline and dress codes will be enforced. The BEP hours are 11:45 – 1:24 p.m., and students are welcome to work during all or any part of the two hours available during BEP. It is recommended that students attend BEP a minimum of 50 minutes. Students are required to sign in upon entering and sign out when exiting.

Grades 9-12

VISION STATEMENT

A safe, friendly environment that is accepting of each student while developing self-esteem and good parenting skills.

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of Bravo TAPP is to assess the educational needs of each student; to provide an individualized course of instruction for completion; to teach students to accept personal responsibility for their present and future actions; to plant the seeds that foster resiliency; and to provide opportunities to learn parenting skills.

BTAPP is an Independent Study program designed to meet the educational needs of the young expectant or parenting student. The program provides students with an opportunity to meet graduation requirements which include completing the required courses of instruction, passing the district proficiencies, passing the CAHSEE, completing the Youth Service Learning requirement, and submitting a Senior Portfolio. Students receive group and individualized instruction and guidance.

The purpose of this program is to ensure that all students, in addition to completing all core graduation requirements, receive parenting instruction that will enable them to become a better parent. Students will be provided with academic and personal counseling upon request and as needed. Students who participate in Bravo TAPP will gain valuable insight and first hand experience in understanding the responsibilities of parenting. One day per week, students interact with peers and their children in a mutual support system designed to build knowledge of good parenting skills. A strong support system of resources is available to assist students throughout pregnancy, both on and off the school campus.

6. Based on specific needs, referrals to other agencies within the community and throughout the county

The Bravo TAPP program is located on the Bravo Lake High School campus in room 1. Daily Independent Study scheduled appointments begin at 11:44 a.m. and end at 1:24 p.m. All students attend Monday - Thursday.

Bravo TAPP students who are in need of transportation to school are provided with tokens which will allow them to ride the Woodlake City Transit to the Bravo campus. Inquire about these tokens upon enrollment into the program.

To inquire about the Bravo TAPP program or to request enrollment, please call 564-0668 Ext. 1 or 564-8716.

The mission of the Independent Study program is to assess the educational needs of each student; to provide an individualized, student-centered approach to meet those educational needs; to utilize all available resources to provide opportunities for academic success; and to enable students to become competent, life-long learners equipped with the reading, writing, mathematical, technological and problem solving skills necessary to become contributing members of the community.

The Independent Study program provides another educational option to the regular classroom program of instruction. It is a voluntary system of instruction in which the student works on an individually developed educational contract under the general supervision of a certificated employee of the district. It is designed to meet the needs of certain high school students who are unable to attend the conventional high school program. Students in the Independent Study Program are provided with a highly individualized program which complies with state and district guidelines for graduation from the Woodlake Union High School District.

Independent Study students are required to meet with their Independent Study teachers for a minimum of one hour each week by appointment only.

Students enrolled in the Independent Study (I.S.) Program must meet the same graduation requirements as those students enrolled in the regular high school program or BLHS.

5. Complete a Senior Portfolio, submit the portfolio and complete a Senior Exit Interview

If you have any questions or need additional information about the Independent Study program, please contact the EOP administration office at 564-8716 or the Woodlake High School counseling office at 564-3307.

Woodlake Community Day School

Vision Statement

A structured and safe learning environment that meets the educational needs of each student while developing self-esteem, social skills and civic responsibility.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Woodlake Community Day School program is to assess the educational needs of each student; to provide an individualized course of instruction for completion; to utilize all available resources to provide opportunities for academic and social success; and to teach our students to accept personal responsibility for their present and future actions.

Per Education Code section 48662(b), the Woodlake Community Day School has been established providing that a pupil in grades 7-12 may be assigned to the WCDS only if he or she meets one or more of the following conditions:

(2)The pupil is probation referred pursuant to section 300, 601, or 602 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. (Second Priority)

(3)The pupil is referred by a school attendance review board (SARB) or the district Student Study Team (SST) referral process.

Upon enrollment at WCDS, a student will not be allowed to return to a regular school setting until he/she meets exit criteria as established by the Woodlake Union High School District. Exceptions to this expectation may be approved by the Director-Principal. Exit Criteria is as follows:

Students enrolled at WOODLAKE COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL for a minimum of ONE TRIMESTER (not on expelled status) will be eligible for REVIEW and will be EXITED to an appropriate district program if they SUCCESSFULLY meet the following criteria:

1. Students must maintain 94% attendance and no outstanding Tardy Tracking Forms.

2. Students must not have a major discipline problem and must demonstrate progressive improvement in their behavior.

3. Students must demonstrate satisfactory academic progress towards middle school promotion or high school graduation requirements (18 units minimum/20 athlete).

4. Students must complete a minimum of 20 hours of documented community service hours. Community service hours completed as part of a student’s probation terms may be used to satisfy this requirement.

5. If on expelled status, students must satisfactorily meet all terms and conditions of the District’s expulsion order, including the assigned rehabilitation plan, and provide documentation of the above through the District’s readmission process.

6. Students must not have pending court action(s) and have satisfactory probation status, including their probation officer’s recommendation and approval to exit the Community Day School program.

Students may ride the bus to WCDS. Bus pick up in the morning is at 7:40 a.m. across the street from the Valencia House. Students should be at the bus stop by 7:35. a.m. Students are picked up in the afternoon at 2:45 p.m. dismissal time and dropped off across the street from the Valencia House.

In addition to compliance with the District’s dress code, WCDS students may not wear any gang related colors (red – blue - brown) at any time.

If you have any questions or need additional information on the WCDS program, contact the EOP administration office at 564-8716 or WCDS at 564-0437.

All students welcomed and valued; all students guided and challenged; all students accomplished and successful.

The mission of the Woodlake Adult School is to meet the educational needs of the adult community by providing a safe, non-threatening environment conducive to learning through a system of state approved assessments, standards based individualized instruction, a student-centered approach to meeting educational needs, and strong support in pursuit of opportunities for lifelong learning and future success.

The Woodlake Adult School offers a high school diploma program through a voluntary system of independent study instruction in which the student works on an individually developed educational contract under the general supervision of a certificated employee of the district. It is designed to meet the needs of adult learners 18 years or older who have not completed their high school requirements and who are continuing or re-entry students. Students are required to meet with their teachers on the Bravo Lake HS campus for a minimum of one hour each week by appointment only.

The Woodlake Adult School high school diploma requirements are as follows:

*GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS*	*UNITS*
ENGLISH	40
MATH(Class of 2013)	10(20)
ALGEBRA	10
BIOLOGY	10
INTEGRATED SCIENCE (Earth)	5
INTEGRATED SCIENCE (Physical)	5
HEALTH/WELLNESS	5
WORLD HISTORY	10
U.S. HISTORY	10
AMERICAN GOVT.	5
ECONOMICS	5
FINE ARTS/LANGUAGE	10
KEYBOARDING	5
COMPUTERS	5
CAREER EXPLORATION	5
PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO	5
ELECTIVES	35
TOTAL UNITS	180
Pass the CAlifornia High School Exit Exam	(CAHSEE)

Classes in adult English language instruction for parents or other members of the community will be provided to those who in turn pledge to provide personal English language tutoring to English learners in grades K-12.

English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are designed for the limited English proficient student to learn, speak, read, and write the English language. Students will also learn math skills.

Classes may address career development; social skills; learning to learn; government and law; consumer knowledge; personal health.

Classes may address proper health and nutrition prior to childbirth including pre-birth health issues of the mother and unborn child; knowledge of childbirth.

Classes may address adolescents as parents; parenting from a cultural perspective; parenting the child with special needs; single parenting; step parenting; working parents; grandparents raising grandchildren.

Classes may address parenting your parent; gang awareness and prevention; consumer education for parents; crisis parenting; domestic violence; family relationships and communication; guidance and discipline; substance abuse education.

Classes may address nutrition during pregnancy; principles of nutrition for lifelong health; physical health; mental-emotional health; substance abuse prevention; cardio-pulmonary prevention; Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR); First Aid; communicable diseases; personal safety.

Classes may address basic food preparation techniques; cooking for singles; foods/ethnic; food and nutrition; cake decoration; food decoration.

Classes may address basic sewing; dressmaking; pattern design; alteration; tailoring; needle arts; quilting; knitting.

Classes may address computer literacy; understanding and using technology; accessing the Internet; mastering computer software.

If you wish to enroll, have questions or need additional information about the Woodlake Adult School program, contact the EOP administration office at 564-8716.

Sexual harassment is unwelcome sexual advances, request for sexual favors and other verbal, visual or physical conduct of a sexual nature made by someone in the work or educational setting. If you are harassed, report it to a teacher or administrator. (Ed. Code 48900.2)

The Woodlake Union High School District has a primary responsibility to ensure compliance with state and federal laws and regulations. The district will investigate complaints alleging failure to comply with these laws. We will seek to resolve these complaints alleging failure to comply with these laws. We will seek to resolve these complaints while ensuring that complainants are protected from retaliation. If you believe a state or federal law has been violated, you may file a written complaint describing the failure with the district’s compliance officer, Tim A. Hire, at 300 West Whitney Avenue, Woodlake, CA. 93286, 559/564-8081.

After the local investigation, you may appeal to the California Department of Education. Some complaints may involve civil law remedies, direct State intervention or the withholding of funds from the district if we fail to comply with the law.

CANINE DETECTION

The Woodlake Union High School District utilizes a canine detection team to help keep all campuses free of illegal substances and weapons. Random inspections of backpacks, cars, classrooms, lockers and other school facilities will occur throughout the year. Possession of any illegal substances or weapon will result in consequences as defined by the California Education Code and the Woodlake Union High School District Discipline Code.