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1 MIAMI- dade county public SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK DOROTHY COPE CENTER 10225 SW 147 Terrace Miami, Florida, 33176 (305) 233-1044 Hours of Operation: 8:40AM-4:00PM Annette Burks-Grice, Principal 2017 - 2018 Continuing the Legacy Building Connections One Student at a Time Administration-Staff-Students-Family-Com munity @DMWCC onnections DMWCC onnections MIAMI- dade county public SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK The School Board of Miami- dade county , Florida 1450 Second Avenue Miami, Florida 33132 (305) 995-1334 School Board Website School Board Members Ms.

2 Perla Tabares Hantman , Chair Dr. Martin S. Karp, Vice-Chair Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall Ms. Susie V. Castillo Dr. Lawrence S. Feldman Dr. Steve Gallon III Ms. Lubby Navarro Dr. Marta P rez Ms. Mari Tere Rojas Bryce Febres, Student Advisor Superintendent of Schools Mr. Alberto Carvalho Mrs. Valtrena G. Brown Deputy Superintendent/Chief Operating Officer, School Operations MIAMI- dade county public SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK VISION We provide a world class education for every student. MISSION To be the preeminent provider of the highest quality education that empowers all students to be productive lifelong learners and responsible global citizens.

3 VALUES Excellence- We pursue the highest standards in academic achievement and organizational performance. Equity- We foster an environment that serves all students and aspires to eliminate the achievement gap. Student Focus- We foster and environment that serves all students and aspires to eliminate the achievement gap. Innovation- We encourage creativity and adaptability to new ideas and methods that will support and improve student learning. Accountability- We accept responsibility for our successes and challenges and seek to transparently share our work in an ethical manner, as we strive towards continuous improvement.

4 MIAMI- dade county public SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK MIAMI- dade county public SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK TABLE OF CONTENTS Message from Principal School s Mission Statement Biography of person the school is named after Faculty Roster School Information Bell Schedule Early Sign Out Late Arrival Lost and Found School Policy Opening and Closing Hours of Schools Important Dates Interim Progress Report & Report Card Distribution School Calendar of Events Academic Programs Student Progression Plan (SPP) Bring Your Own Devices (BYOD) Clinic Closing of School Dismissal Rainy Day Dismissal (as applicable) Students Drop-Off Pick-up (as applicable) Emergency Contact Information Fieldtrips Homework MIAMI- dade county public SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK Dear Parent/Guardian: On behalf of the Dorothy M.

5 Wallace COPE Center (South) staff, welcome to the 2017 - 2018 school year! Whether new to COPE or returning, we look forward to building a partnership between you and the school which will hopefully last for many years. We are committed to making your child s year(s) filled with positive and enriching experiences. Our staff is excited about working with you, your daughter and your grandchild and being, like you, an important advocate for your child and her learning. We seek to make COPE Center (South) a joyful place for our teen parent(s) and their families.

6 As parents, it is essential that you take an active role in your child s educational program and we encourage you to join the PTA, EESAC, be an active volunteer, and participate in parent-teacher conferences and activities. Most importantly, you should maintain close contact with your child s teacher(s). Ask questions about her progress and about what you can do to support learning at home. Additionally, I strongly encourage you to utilize the parent portal that is available through the Miami- dade county public Schools(M-DCPS) internet where you can monitor your child s academic progress.

7 We believe that your child's success in school is dependent upon good communication between school and home. We encourage your participation and invite you to express your suggestions or concerns. Please refer to this handbook throughout the school year as a reference. It should provide the answers to most questions, but feel free to telephone us or stop by the school office should you need more information. I am looking forward to what I know will be a most successful school year. Annette Burks-Grice, Principal MIAMI- dade county public SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK SECTION I GENERAL INFORMATION MIAMI- dade county public SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK VISION Dorothy M.

8 Wallace COPE (Continuing Opportunities for Purposeful Education) Center is to provide varying educational opportunities, enabling teenage parents to become high school graduates and reach their fullest potential. MISSION Dorothy M. Wallace COPE Center accepts the responsibility of teaching teenage parents through multi-disciplinary approaches in a nurturing environment. We recognize the total well-being of each student by fostering positive social and emotional growth. In addition, we provide academic, parenting, life management and career skills, along with needed support services, allowing for maximum school success.

9 BELIEFS In order to achieve our vision and mission, the administration, faculty, staff, students and parents of Dorothy M. Wallace COPE Center are committed to the following beliefs: investing in teen pregnancy prevention and services for young parents supports the development of healthy families and strengthens communities. teen pregnancy prevention programs and programs for pregnant and parenting teens must be effective, comprehensive in approach and demonstrate respect for the rights and capabilities of adolescents.

10 Parents and caregivers are important sexuality educators of their children and the involvement of community programs, schools, and religious institutions can assist families in addressing the issue of teen pregnancy and the needs of parenting youth. young men and young women are equally responsible for making decisions about sexual activity, preventing pregnancy, and supporting and parenting children. staff must be positive, caring and empathetic MIAMI- dade county public SCHOOL PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK Biography of Dorothy M.