3

2017 – 2018 SCHOOL CALENDAR

July 4 Holiday-Offices and Schools closed

August 23-Sept. 1 Professional days for Teachers

September 4 Holiday-Offices and Schools Closed

September 5 First Day of School for Students

September 21 No School for Students and Teachers

October 6 Early Release Day for all Students

November 9 Early Release Day for all Students

November 10 Early Release Day for all Students

November 17 Early Release Day for all Students

November 22 Early Release Day for all Students

November 23, 24 Holiday-Offices and Schools Closed

December 25 Holiday-Offices and Schools Closed

December 26-29 Winter Break-No School

December 24 - 31

Winter Break—No

2018

January 1 Holiday-Offices and Schools Closed

January 15 Holiday-Offices and Schools Closed

January 25 Early Release Day for all Students

January 26 No School for students. Professional Day for Teachers

February 19 Holiday-Offices and Schools Closed.

March 2 Early Release Day for all Students

March 26-29 Spring Break-No School

March 30-April 2 Holidays-Offices and Schools Closed

April 9 Early Release Day for all Students

May 28 Holiday-Offices and Schools Closed

June 12 Last Day of School for Students

June 13 Professional Day for Teachers

School Contingency Calendar 2017-2018

If the school year should be disrupted by emergencies and schools are closed

three or more days, the first make-up day will be used on June 13, 2018.

4

TABLE OF

CONTENTS Student Information 1

2017-2018 School Calendar 3

Welcome to SpringbrookVision & Mission 5

Bell Schedules 5

Important Things to Know 6

Our Signature Programs: IB &MYP Programme 7

AOIT 8 Academics: Eligibility and Grading 9

Graduation Requirements 10

Resources: Counseling and Health Services 11

Media Center 11

Financial Office and Textbooks 12 Procedures and Regulations 13

Attendance and Absences 14 Bus Transportation, Cafeteria 15

Student Dress 15

Contact Info 17

Where do I get information about? 18

Code of Conduct 19

Athletics 20

Class of 2018 21

Senior Resources 22

Class of 2019-2021 23

Clubs 24

School Maps 25

5

Welcome to Springbrook High School

Vision

A high-quality education is a fundamental right of

every Springbrook student. All stakeholders will

receive respect, encouragement, and opportunities for

success. This creates the environment needed to build

the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to be successful,

culturally adept, contributing members of a global

society.

Mission Statement

Springbrook High School, an International Baccalaureate World

School, provides a high quality education that ensures success

for every student through excellence in teaching and learning. .

6

BELL SCHEDULES

Regular Day period 1 7:45 – 8:32

Period 2 8:37 – 9:24

Period 3 9:29 – 10:16

Period 4 10:21 – 11:08

Period 5 (Announcements) 11:13 – 12:05

Lunch 12:05 – 12:45

Period 6 12:51 – 1:38

Period 7 1:43 – 2:30

Advisory Day Period 1 7:45 – 8:28

Period 2 8:33 – 9:16

Period 3 9:21 – 10:04

Period 4 10:09 – 10:52

Advisory 10:57 - 11:22

Period 5 11:27 – 12:15

Lunch 12:15 – 12:53

Period 6 12:59 – 1:42

Period 7 1:47 – 2:30

Scheduled Early Dismissal Period 1 7:25 – 8:13

Period 2 8:18 – 8:46

Period 3 8:51 – 9:19

Period 4 9:24 – 9:52

Period 5 (Announcements) 9:57 – 10:29

Period 6 10:34 – 11:02

Period 7 11:07 – 11:35

Lunch 11:35 – 12:00

7

Important Things to Know

Our Signature Programs:

IB & MYP Programme The International Baccalaureate (IB) program has two components: The

Middle Years Program (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP).

Through IB, students explore practical connections between their studies

and the real world, and develop active learning skills and international

mindedness. The IB programme empowers students to inquire into a wide

range of issues and ideas involving local, national and global significance,

resulting in students who are creative, reflective, and critical thinkers. All

9th and 10th grade students at Springbrook High School are involved in the

IB MYP. Through the MYP fundamental concepts of intercultural

understanding, communication and holistic learning are promoted.

The IB DP is a small community of highly motivated learners. Students

pursue a rigorous and comprehensive two-year curriculum, during 11th and

12th grade that focuses on international studies through six disciplines,

including English, a second language, history, mathematics, science and

the arts. Emphasis is also placed on an additional core components:

Theory of Knowledge, a course which asks students to reflect on the

nature of knowledge, and on how they know what they claim to know;

The Extended Essay, an independent, self-directed piece of research; and

CAS, which involves students in a range of activities alongside their

academic studies and asks them to reflect on their experiences. Students

who complete the IB DP pathway are highly prepared for scholarly

responses and critical discussions at the secondary and collegiate level in

any course of study.

8

AOIT The Academy of Information Technology (AOIT) at Springbrook High

School is part of the National Academy Foundation (www.naf.org). AOIT

prepares students (A+ Certification) and LAN Management (CCNA

Certification). AOIT operates as a “school within a school.” The academy

functions as a dynamic partnership between schools, teachers,

administrators, volunteers, and an active advisory board led by industry

professionals. Several of America’s top companies have committed to

NAFTrack Certified Hiring, a promise to give special consideration to

college students and eventual job applicants who, as high school

graduates, earned the NAFTrack Certification.

Upon Successful completion of the instructional phase, juniors (over the

summer) and seniors (during the school year) may be placed in paid

internships with employers such as FDA, NOAA, NASA, USDA,

Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman, etc. This provides the students

with real-world opportunities to showcase their talents.

Springbrook is one of only six schools in MCPS with the Academy of

Information Technology. AOIT provides a program of study that

introduces students to the broad career opportunities in today’s digital

workforce and equips them with the personal, analytical, technical, and

communication skills they need to thrive. By introducing high school

students to the broad career opportunities of the Information Technology

industry. AOIT opens the door to new options through which students are

better able to make sound choices for the future.

The teachers in Springbrook’s AOIT program have all won technology

and education technology awards. Participate in the program and benefit

from the excellent experience the staff brings!

9

Top Ten Reasons to Join AOIT

The only school in the Northeast Consortium with the Academy of

Information Technology.

IT Networking including the CCNA Certification Program which

makes you employable on graduation day!

Paid Internships at Lockheed Martin, FDA, NSA, NOAA, NASA,

Army Research Lab, University of Maryland Engineering

Department…and many more. Also have the new NAF certified hiring

program for Academy of Information Technology graduates.

You can receive AP credit in Computer Science and Computer

Programming.

Robotics-Build and program your own robot.

Springbrook was chosen to be the Maryland Partner School by the

National Geospatial Intelligence Agency. Their scientists come here

and our students have the opportunity to visit their site. They are also

sponsoring a Blue Cube satellite program for our students. The

students will be building a satellite program and have the opportunity

to do a controlled launch of their project.

Creating and playing your own games for the PC and Xbox 360.

State-of-Art technology-Lego Mindstorm Robotics, Laptops

Making your imagination come alive and learning to think outside the

box

Energetic and passionate teachers who have the latest training. They

sponsor clubs including Springbrook Women in Technology.

Academics

Eligibility In order to be eligible for any athletic or extracurricular activity, a student must

have obtained a 2.0 grade point average, with no more than one grade of E, for

the previous nine-week grading period. If a student does not earn a

2.0, or has more than one failing grade, the student will be ineligible for the next

nine weeks. The period of eligibility/ineligibility begins on the day report cards

are distributed and continues until the next report card is distributed.

Grading Evaluation is based on evidence of attainment of the instruction and performance

objectives for the student. The following symbols and statements are used to

report progress:

10

A - Outstanding level of performance

B - High level of performance

C - Acceptable level of performance

D - Minimal level of performance

E – Unacceptable level of performance

CR - The student is maintaining a level of performance that is acceptable for

credit purposes

NC - The student is not maintaining a level of performance that is acceptable for

credit purposes

I - Incomplete – the student has been given an approved extended time

NG - No grade assigned because student is not enrolled for course during the

marking period or will not receive a grade for the marking period or

semester because the student is ESOL Level 1 or his/her English skills

limit ability to demonstrate learning in this subject.

M - Grade missing

Graduation Requirements Students must earn the minimum number of credits as indicated on the

chart below to be promoted to the next grade level.

By End of:

Math

English

Science

Social Studies

Other

Total to Promote

Grade 9 1 1 0 0 3 5

Grade 10 2 2 1 1 4 10

Grade 11 3 3 2 2 5 15

All students must earn 22 credits in specific content areas, meet the

Maryland High School Assessment (HSA) graduation requirements and

earn 60 hours of Student Service Learning Hours (75 hours beginning

Class of 2012) to achieve a Maryland diploma.

By End of:

Math

English

Science

Social Studies

Other

Total to Graduate

Grade 12 4 4 3 3 8 22

11

Resources

Counseling Services The Counseling Office is located across from the Main Office. Each

student is assigned to one of the counselors in the department.

Appointments may be made directly with a counselor in person or by

completing an appointment request form at the front counter. Students are

encouraged to get to know their counselor early in the year and to use the

available resources. For detailed information visit:

http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/springbrookhs/

departments/counseling-sercvices,.shtml The Career Information Center adjoining the Counseling Office provides

vocational, military, and college information to assist students in making

career plans.

Information regarding standardized tests and their registration forms are

available in the Counseling Office and/or in the Career Center.

Health Services The nurse’s office is located across from the auditorium, next to the career

center, and is open from 7:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. daily. Students should have

an emergency name and number on file. A student cannot leave school

without permission from a parent or previously designated emergency

contact. No over-the-counter medicines or prescriptions are given without

appropriate documentation. Students are not permitted to sign out at the

attendance office without the approval of the nurse or the administrator in

charge. Absences from physical education may be excused by a parent’s

note for up to 5 days. Longer absences require a physician’s written

exemption.

Media Center (IMC) Expectations:

Students at Springbrook High School are expected to maintain a positive

and productive learning environment in the media center.

This is achieved by students contributing to an atmosphere that allows for

quiet study or work; without food or drink to protect our resources;

without the interruption of cell phones at any time and using the computers

for educational purposes. Students are encouraged to ask for assistance

when help is needed

12

Meet the Staff:

Media Specialist: Ms. Julie Simon

Media Assistants: Ms. Julie Trapp

Media Services Technician: Mr. Ian Carpency

Hours:

Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Passes:

Passes are necessary during instructional time (periods 1 – 7)

Print Resources

2 week check-out period; may be renewed unless a hold has been placed

on item.

Equipment

1 day; may be renewed unless a hold has been placed on item.

Lost & Damaged Books/Equipment

Lost & Damaged items become financial obligations.

Overdue/Fine notices are sent out monthly to students.

Financial Office The school financial office is located outside the main office. Hours are

7:30 a.m.– 3:30 p.m. including during lunch. Any returned checks for

insufficient funds, stop payment, or closed account will become financial

obligations of $25 plus the amount of the check. Payment of the full

obligation is required and can be made via cash or money order only.

Textbooks Students are responsible for all textbooks issued to them. Payment will be

required for lost books. It is suggested that students cover all textbooks to

minimize damage and excessive wear. Books with extensive wear and

tear or misuse will be assessed for damage at the end of the semester. Put

your name in ink on the bookplate on the inside of each book you are

issued. If a book is missing, report it immediately to the subject teacher.

13

Procedures and Regulations Attendance A student is considered present for a full day if a student is in attendance

four hours or more of the school day. A student is considered present for

l/2 day if in attendance for at least two hours of the school day, but less

than four hours.

Absences Full day: When a student is going to be absent from school, parents are

asked to contact the attendance office by 8 a.m. on the morning of the

absence via email to Chantal_M_Louis-Charles@mcpsmd.org or

telephone 301-989-5795 or fax to 301-622-1875.

Upon returning to school from an absence, the student must bring a note to

the attendance office, whether or not the parent called the attendance

office, no later than the third school day following the absence. The note

should contain the following information:

• Student ID number

• Name of student

• Date(s) of absence

• Specific reason for the absence

• Signature of parent/guardian

• Telephone number where the signer can be reached during the day

After three days, the absence will be recorded as unexcused. Absences are

excused only for the following reasons:

• Death in immediate family

• Illness

• Court summons

• Religious holiday

• State emergency

Hazardous weather conditions (conditions that would endanger you coming to or

from school and a decision made by the superintendent of schools)

• Lack of authorized transportation

• Permission from principal

14

Early Departure: Any student who needs to be excused from school prior

to the end of their scheduled school day must bring a note

from their parent/guardian to the attendance office prior to first period

stating the student’s name, ID number, date, time of departure, reason for

leaving and a contact telephone number for verification. An early

dismissal pass will be given to the student by the attendance office.

If a parent/guardian cannot be contacted to verify the request, permission

to leave will be denied.

At the approved departure time, the student will show the dismissal pass to

their teacher and go to the attendance office to sign out. Students who need

to leave for medical problems that develop during the school day must

have their departure approved by the school nurse.

Students must leave the school premises immediately upon signing out.

Any student who returns to school after signing out must report

immediately to the attendance office to sign back in and receive a pass

back to class.

Any students who leave the premises during the school day without

following these procedures will have their absence coded as unexcused

and may be subject to disciplinary action.

Late arrival/tardiness: Students who arrive any time after 8:00 a.m. must

report immediately to the attendance office. Failure to sign in immediately

upon arrival may result in disciplinary action. Late arrivals will be

considered unexcused unless a valid written note is presented from their

parent/guardian stating the student’s name, ID number, date, reason for

late arrival and a contact telephone number for verification.

Tardiness is defined as not being in the assigned classroom when the bell

rings signaling the beginning of that instructional period. Tardiness of

more than one half of any class period will be recorded as an absence. All

students are able to complete class changes within the five minute passing

time. Students who are tardy to first period because of a late MCPS bus

must obtain a late bus pass from the attendance office and then report

directly to first period.

15

Bus Transportation Riding the bus is a privilege. The bus operator is in charge of the bus and

the passengers. They are responsible for the safety of students while being

transported to and from school and for their conduct on the bus. The bus

operator reports all violations of rules to the principal who may render any

student ineligible for transportation temporarily or permanently if their

behavior creates a problem on a school bus. It is the responsibility of the

student/parent/guardian to contact MCPS Transportation (301-879-1059)

for tardy or no-show buses.

Cafeteria Breakfast and lunch are served in the cafeteria. During lunch, lines are

designated for hot lunches, a la carte and snack lines. Students

may bring lunch from home.

The lunch period is a closed lunch with no outside vendor deliveries

allowed. The following policies and protocols are to be followed:

• Food must be eaten only in the cafeteria or other designated eating areas

and/or the outdoor courtyards

• Respect line formation by taking your place at the end of the line

• Clean up your table space/eating area using appropriate recycling bins

Student Dress and Appearance Student dress and grooming are the responsibility of the students and their

parents/guardians. School personnel may advise students about appropriate dress

and grooming for school and may discipline a student for their style of dress or

grooming if any of the following occur:

• It is likely to cause disruption to school activities

• It does cause a disruption to school activities

• It endangers health or safety

• It fails to meet a reasonable requirement of a course or activity

• It is associated with gangs

• It is lewd, vulgar, obscene, revealing, or of a sexual nature

• It promotes the use of tobacco, alcohol, drugs, or weapons

16

Additionally, the Springbrook Leadership Council has established the following

guidelines:

• Shoes must be worn at all times.

• Emblems or items of clothing which are, or could be, construed to be

offensive to segments of the population may not be worn.

• Tank tops, crop tops, exposed midriffs, or visible undergarments are not

permitted (pants must be waist level).

• Head gear (hats, bandanas, hoods, sunglasses, etc.) may not be worn.

• All dress and appearance guidelines are expected to be followed as well off

campus when students are on field trips or participating in other school-related

occasions or events.

Contact Information

http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/springbrookhs/index.aspx Follow us on Twitter: @springbrook_HS Springbrook News: @BlueprintPress News from the Brook:

17

Department Contact Phone Number

Attendance Chantal Louis- Charles

301-989-5700

Athletics Dan Feher 301-989-6070

Cooperative Work Experience 301-989-6092

Counseling Services Tee Clark 301-989-5710

English Clifford Cooper 301-989-6071

ESOL Ileana Enache 301-989-6069

Fine Arts Charles Foster 301-989-5794

IB Diploma Programme

Signature Programs Amanda Trivers 301-977-6077

IB Middle Years Programme John Weinshel 301-989-5788

Internship Coordinator Nicole Brown 301-989-5789

Mathematics Kristen Range 301-989-5787

Media Center Julie Simon 301-989-6028

Music Wyman Jones 301-989-6062

Physical Education and Health Sharis Staton 301-989-6065

Science Kathryn Sander 301-989-6064

Social Studies Mark Pim 301-989-5792

Special Education Maisha Powell 301-989-6068

Technology Education

Academy of Information Technology

Lynn Nelson 301-989-6093

World Languages Khara Chike 301-989-6059

18

Where do I get information about?

Edline ………………………………

College Information and Scholarship…..Ms. Patterson, Career Center

Athletic Teams and Sports………………Mr. Feher, Athletic Director

SSL hours……………………………

Lost and Found……………………….…Mrs. Sutton, Security Office

Work Permits……………………………………...Counseling Office

Extracurricular Activities…………..Mrs. Neumann, Business Admin

SGA………………………………………………….

Parking Permits………………………………....Mrs. Sutton, Security

AP Tests…………………………….………….. Mr. Branch

IB Programme……………………………………………Mrs. Trivers

Health Services…………………………………………Mrs. Forrester

Student ID card………………………………….Mrs. Sutton, Security

Financial Office…………………………………………Mrs. Larson

19

Code of Conduct

MCPS believes that discipline is a developmental process, and effective

discipline strategies should meet students’ varied behavioral and

developmental needs with tiered responses and interventions. A continuum

of instructional strategies and disciplinary responses supports teaching and

learning, fosters positive behaviors, and reflects a restorative discipline

philosophy. Restorative practices afford students opportunities to learn

from their mistakes, correct any harm that results from their behavior, and

restore relationships that are disrupted by their conduct. Our school

discipline practices are designed to engage students in the classroom so that

students may become college and career ready.

The following list is a starting point for engaging students in the process of

setting positive expectations for conduct in an environment of mutual

respect and dignity:

1. My words, actions, and attitudes demonstrate respect for myself and

others at all times.

2. I demonstrate pride in myself, in my future, and in my school by arriving

on time, dressed appropriately, and prepared to focus on my studies.

3. I always seek the most peaceful means of resolving conflict and obtain

the assistance of teachers, administrators, or school staff when I am unable

to resolve conflicts peacefully on my own.

4. I seek to correct any harm that I have caused to others in the school

community.

5. I take pride in promoting a safe and clean learning environment at my

school.

20

Athletics

Athletic Director: Mr. Dan Feher

Teams

Fall

Football-V, JV

Field Hockey-V, JV Boys Soccer-V, JV Girls Soccer-V, JV Volleyball-V, JV

Cross Country Boys and Girls Golf

Tennis-Girls Poms

Cheer-V, JV Winter

Boys Basketball-V, JV

Girls Basketball-V, JV

Swim & Dive-Boys, Girls

Wrestling-V, JV

Indoor Track

Poms

Cheer

Unified Bocce

Spring

Boys Lacrosse-V, JV

Girls Lacrosse-V, JV

Baseball-V, JV

Softball-V, JV

Volleyball-Coed, Boys

Outdoor Track

Gymnastics

Boys Tennis

Allied Softball

21

Class of 2018 College Preparation Check List and Information

All Year

o Work hard all year; second semester grades affect scholarship

eligibility

o Stay involved in school, after-school activities, seek leadership

roles, and work towards earning all your SSL hours.

Fall

o Meet with counselor to make sure you are on track to graduate and

fulfill college requirements

o Register for SAT and ACT exams.

o Apply to the colleges you have chosen. Prepare your applications

and PAY CLOSE ATTENTION DO DEADLINES!!!

o Submit required documents to colleges you are applying to, for

example, transcript, letters of recommendation, etc.

o Prepare to apply for financial aid

Winter

o Encourage parent to complete income tax forms early

o Complete and submit FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student

Aid)

o Complete scholarship applications.

Spring

o Visit colleges that have invited you to enroll.

o Review college acceptances.

When you decide on your school submit any required financial

deposit.

22

Senior Resources

Springbrook ACT/SAT/AP Code = 210969

Visit www.collegeboard.com to register for the SAT

Visit www.actsstudent.org to register for the ACT

Scholarship Information

www.MDgo4it.org

www.scholarshipamerica.org

www.fastweb.com

www.finaid.org

www.scholarships.com

www.meritaid.com

Financial Information

www.fafsa.ed.gov

www.mhec.state.md.us/preparing/

Common Application

www.commonapp.org

Naviance

https://succeed.naviance.com/signin.php

23

Juniors

Class of 2019 College Preparation Check List and Information

All Year

o Explore careers

o Go to college fairs and college preparation presentations at Career

Center

Fall & Winter

o Take PSAT/NMSQT

o Take AP and Honors classes

o Participate in extracurricular activities and sports

o Earn SSL hours

Spring

o Register to take SAT or ACT

Sophomores & Freshman

Class of 2020 and 2021 College Preparation Check List and Information

All Year:

o Take challenging classes and fulfill high school graduation

requirements

o Participate in extracurricular activities

o Get involved in sports

o Look for opportunities to earn your SSL hours

o Meet with counselor to discuss colleges and their requirements

o Take PSAT in October

24

CLUBS

A Capella/Chorale ACT-SO

Adventure Club Art Club

Band Best Buddies

Blueprint Newspaper CAS Club

Ceramics Club Chemistry Club

Chess Club Community Bridges

Creative Writing Club Crossroads

Dance Team Debate Team Drama Club

ESOL SSL Club ESTAR Mentoring Club

French Honor Society Gay-Straight Alliance

German Club Hispanic Leadership Club

Identity It’s Academic Team Marine Biology Club

Mathletes Model UN

National Honor Society Rec Zone

Robotics Club Student Government Association

Sources of Strength (Suicide Prevention) Spanish Honor Society Women in Technology

TV Studio and Production Club Yearbook

25

FIRST FLOOR

26

SECOND FLOOR

28

THIRD FLOOR