Academic Contract James Irwin Charter Middle School is an academically focused school, based on the belief that all students will benefit

from an academically rigorous program. James Irwin students must fulfill important academic requirements and take

responsibility for their own learning.

1. James Irwin students are required to be full-time students enrolled in a minimum of six courses each semester.

Students are expected to complete all homework assignments and turn them in on time. They must set aside

and expect to spend at least one to two hours every night doing homework and studying their course work.

Academics come before all jobs, socializing, sports, or other extra-curricular activities.

2. Students are expected to:

a. arrive at class with all necessary materials; textbooks, notebooks, paper, pens/pencils and completed

homework

b. be seated and ready to work when the bell rings

c. be active participants in the learning process by listening carefully, taking thorough notes, contributing

positively to class discussions, and being respectful of the ideas of others

d. be responsible for their own school work (plagiarism or copying another’s work Is unacceptable)

e. make productive use of any Study Hall time

3. James Irwin Charter Middle School's curriculum is designed to prepare students for a college preparatory high

school and related course work. Students understand that they will be expected to take the necessary tests,

including but not limited to, state assessments and MAPS.

4. When absent, students are expected to find out what was covered in class during their absence and complete

missing assignments within the time allowed for each day of an excused absence.

5. Expected student performance and the nature and number of assignments are demanding at James Irwin.

Students must complete academic requirements and take responsibility for their own learning. A student, who

has earned below 70% in any core academic subject or below a 2.0 GPA at the end of a quarter, will be placed

on Academic Probation. Teachers will inform parents and administration if a D or an F is earned. The student is

ultimately responsible for knowing the middle school academic requirements and for fulfilling those

requirements. At a minimum, the student will be expected to make serious effort to improve his/her grade by

seeking help from the appropriate teacher until the grade improves. Students must have earned a minimum of

70% in all core academic subjects by the end of the year in order to meet the prerequisite for the next level.

Signing this contract indicates that each parent and student understand and will comply with JICMS requirements.

Student's Signature Date Grade

Parent's Signature

Parent's Signature

Behavioral Contract

Treat people as if they were what they ought to be, and help them to become what they are

capable of being. -Goethe

James Irwin Charter Middle School's standards for behavior are designed to influence students for high school, college,

and for life, not simply to manage behavior while attending school. The standards in this contract will apply to the entire

community at the school. Staff members, parents, and students are to be positive examples while on campus, or at any

school sponsored events.

Honesty, integrity, respect, responsibility, and excellence are the character traits that are valued and expected. These

character traits demonstrate respect for authority, self, others, and others' ideas. This includes respectfully confronting

someone with whom we have a problem, with the goal of finding a solution. Maintaining these traits creates the

atmosphere necessary to support academic excellence.

Student infractions will be dealt with promptly in order to minimize disruptions and uphold expectations. Teachers are

responsible for keeping classroom order. The School Administration will deal with serious instances of unacceptable

behavior in accordance with the student handbook, district policy, and applicable school laws.

The following list is an example of unacceptable behaviors. The list is illustrative and should not be considered

exhaustive.

• Disruptive conduct or failure to comply with a reasonable request

• Causing classroom or school activity disruption

• Leaving campus during the school day without permission

• Possession of illegal drugs, alcohol, tobacco, drug paraphernalia, or sexually explicit materials on campus or

at school-related events

• Inappropriate or immodest dress (strict compliance with dress uniform required)

• Physical or verbal abuse

• Cheating/Plagiarism

• Weapons/Dangerous instruments

• Truancy

• Tardiness

• Bullying of staff or students

We have reviewed and commit to following the spirit and letter of James Irwin Charter Middle School Student

Handbook.

After signing, please return to the school front office. This contract must be signed annually. (Copies available upon

request.)

Student's Name (print) Date Grade

Parent's Name (print) Date Parent's Signature

Confidential Health Information

Student Information Name____________________________________________ M____ F ____

Grade __________Age ______ Date of Birth_________________________

Parent/Guardian Information Father ___________________________ Mother ___________________________

Home Phone ___________________________ Home phone ___________________________

Work Phone ___________________________ Work phone ___________________________

Cell Phone ___________________________ Cell phone ___________________________

Emergency Contact Information Name __________________________________ Relationship ___________________________

Phone ______________________ Work ______________________ Cell ______________________

Doctor Information Name _________________________________________________________________________________

Phone ___________________________ Fax ___________________________

Student Health Issues (Check all that apply) Vision problems:

Lung/Asthma/TB

Blood Disease

Hearing/Earaches

Stomach/Ulcer

Speech difficulty

Headaches/Head Injuries

Bone/Joint Disease

Epilepsy

Eating/Sleeping Problems.

Heart Condition

Diabetes

Other ________________

If you have checked any of the above, please give a brief comment: __________________________________________________________________________________________________

Does your child have any significant allergies or sensitivities that you feel school personnel need to know about? __________________________________________________________________________________________________

Is your child under medical care? _________________________________________________________________

Is your child on any medication? _______ Type: _________________ Dosage: _____________ Possible side affects ______________________________________________________________________________

Will the medication be taken at school? Yes___ No ___ Time ___________ (A permission slip signed by a physician must be on file. Permission slips can be obtained at the front office.)

If I cannot be reached by telephone in the event of an emergency involving my student, please send my child to any available medical service. If an ambulance service is necessary, parents must assume financial responsibility.

__________________________________ ________________________

Signature of Parent of Guardian Date

School Policy and Procedures Agreement Form I hereby acknowledge that I have read the James Irwin Charter Middle School Student Handbook in its entirety and agree to adhere to the policies and procedures set forth therein. I will strive to be a contributing member of the James Irwin community as I am able. ________________________________________________ ____________________ Student Name (printed) Grade ________________________________________________ ______________________ Student Signature Date ________________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Name (printed) ________________________________________________ ______________________ Parent/Guardian Signature Date

JICMS LOCKER CONTRACT

You will be responsible for emptying and cleaning your locker at the end of the year. You will also have to pay for any damage to your assigned locker. There could be random locker checks at least once per quarter. Consequences will be given if any of the following are found in or on your locker:

Stickers or tape (magnets and magnetic stickers are allowed)

Inappropriate or offensive posters, pictures, or magnets

Marker or ink of any kind (dry erase marker does not wipe off lockers)

Any disgusting odor

Spilled food or drink

A lock that has been disabled by a pen cap, eraser, etc.

In addition:

You may not exchange or share lockers with another student.

If you choose to use a lock, it must be issued by the school and may not be replaced by any other lock.

You are responsible to ensure the assigned lock is on your locker at the end of the school year. You will be charged $7.00 for a missing lock.

Be aware that your combination is provided to you only and will not be given out to another student by the front office or YOU!

With permission from the office, you may decorate lockers for special occasions (birthdays, holidays, sports events, etc.).

All items in your locker are considered YOUR responsibility. I agree to follow, and understand there are consequences for not following, these rules. ________________________________________________ _____________ Printed Name of Student Grade ________________________________________________ _____________ Signature of Student Date ____________________________________________________________ _____________ Signature of Parent Date

James Irwin Charter Schools

Revised: 2/18/2016

Audio/Video/Photo/Info Release Form*

JICS Student Directory We will have a student directory available for JICS students and their families. This directory will be available to all of

our students and staff.

Yes, please add my information to the student directory

No, I do not want my information included in the student directory

Posting of Class-Work At JICS, we strive for excellence and positive reinforcement. One of the ways we like to achieve this is by displaying the

students work to show their accomplishments.

Yes, you have my permission to display my student’s class work, photos and DVD/video.

No, I do not want my student’s class work, photos, and DVD/video to be displayed

Permission to Use Photos, Video or Electronic Media It is the policy of James Irwin Charter Schools that no photos, video, audio, or other forms of reproduction be made or

used without the permission of the person, parent or guardian of the individual portrayed. When such images of

depictions of persons are used by JICS, they will be used for education, training, research and public information

purposes only, and will be used in a professional manner that protects the dignity of individuals and their families.

By signing this form, you indicate that you are giving your permissions for the items that may appear in JICS publications,

videos, websites, presentations and informational programs supporting JICS mission.

I approve the following media to be used of my student(s):

Audio

Photo

Video

I do not approve the use of any of these media types.

Please explain so we can make this more appealing:

Student(s) Name(s) Date

Parent/Guardian Name (Please Print) Parent/Guardian Signature

*Please note that only one (1) form is needed per family.

Revised 8-8-14

RETURNING STUDENTS ONLY

IMPORTANT INFORMATION NEEDED TO REGISTER YOUR STUDENT – RETURNING STUDENTS

ONLY (including JICES and JICA incoming 6th graders) - YOU MUST HAVE THIS FORM PRINTED

OUT FOR THE REGISTRATION TABLE AT MANDATORY SHOW DAY

Student’s Last Name __________________________________________________

Student’s First Name __________________________________________________

Grade ________________________

We live in: D2 Harrison

D3 Widefield

D8 Fountain/Fort Carson

D11 Colorado Springs

D12 Cheyenne Mountain

D20 Academy

D49 Falcon

Have you moved in the last 12 months?

Yes ________ No ________

If you have moved write your new address:

_____________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________

5525 Astrozon Boulevard, Colorado Springs, CO 80916 | TEL (719) 302-9000 | FAX (719) 574-2098

www.jamesirwin.org

Transportation between the Astrozon Campus and the James Irwin Charter Academy

Transportation between the James Irwin Charter Academy and the Astrozon Campus

Dear James Irwin Families:

James Irwin Charter Schools will be providing transportation in the morning from the James Irwin’s Astrozon

Campus to the James Irwin Charter Academy (JICA) on Howard Street, and after school from JICA back to the

James Irwin Charter Schools Campus on Astrozon.

The 16-17 transportation fees for families electing to participate in this service are due the first of the month and are

$30 per month for one student; and $45 per month for families with more than one student. These rates apply to

months that include scheduled days off and/or snow days.

Transportation fees are due the first of each month from August 2016 through May 2017.

If you would like to have your student(s) participate in this service, please list students name(s) below.

Please note that school behavior standards apply to bus pick up and drop off areas and travel time.

1. _____________________________________________________ _______________________________

First Students Name Grade at JICA

2. ______________________________________________________ ______________________________

Second Students Name Grade at JICA

3. ______________________________________________________ ______________________________

Second Students Name Grade at JICA

______________________________________________________________ _________________________

Parent/Legal Guardian Signature Date

Note: By signing this document the parent/guardian acknowledges that participation in the transportation program

is a privilege and student misconduct may cause this privilege to be revoked.

Time to be at JICA-7:00 AM Time to be at Astrozon - 7:10 AM

Academic Contract 2016-17Behavioral Contract 2016-17Confidential Health Information 2016-17Policy and Procedure & Parent Email - combined 2016-17JICMS LOCKER CONTRACT rev. 6-2-15 2016-17Audio Video Photo Release Waiver FormComputer - Acceptable Use PolicyVerification for Registration Office16-17 Transportation Forms-JICA Bus