Credit Recovery Academy Handbook
Parent and student handbook for the credit recovery academy.
Contacts
Credit Recovery Academy Main Office: 703-802-5643
Tracy Bromberg, Principal
Raffinee Archible-Ehivue, Assistant Principal
Lauren Ericson, Counselor
Emily Phelan, Computer Resource Teacher
Lesley Boger, Testing Manager
Madeline Johnson, Testing Manager
Dawn Schick, Attendance
Safety and Security
- Scott Giambattista, Security Specialist
- TBD, Security Assistant
Sandy Johnson, School Health Aide: Phone TBD
Credit Recovery Academy Main Office: 703-924-8028
Malicia Braxton, Principal
Rashawn Luckman, Assistant Principal
Amber Simpkins, Counselor
Shawn Norton, Computer Resource Teacher
Christopher Bird, Testing Manager
Stephanie Dawley, Testing Manager
Autumn Williams, Attendance
Safety and Security
- Jose Minguez, Security Specialist
- Alexis Lazo, Security Assistant
Monique Tyler, School Health Aide: Phone TBD
Credit Recovery Academy Main Office: 703-319-2348
Donnie Olajuwon, Principal
Melinda Conner, Assistant Principal
Troy Burton, Counselor
Jalil Ahmed-Litz, Attendance
TBD, Computer Resource Teacher
Alisa Shreve, Testing Coordinator
Jenifer Frate, Testing Manager
Danielle Danz, Testing Manager
Safety and Security
- Roxane Yakoub, Security Specialist
- Christian Molina, Security Assistant
Kathleen Hogan, School Health Aide: phone TBD
Credit Recovery Academy Main Office: 703-913-3826
Shannon Matheny, Principal
Amy Brown, Assistant Principal
Greg Olcott, Counselor
Mary Vaughn, Attendance
Esther Shin, Computer Resource Teacher
Shelley Terry, Testing Manager
Sarah Kelly, Testing Manager
Safety and Security
- Bradley Adams, Security Specialist
- William Lloyd, Security Assistant
Julia Gamboa, School Health Aide: phone 703-913-3810
Calendar
- July 8:
- Credit Recovery/SOL Remediation/Writing WorkKeys students start
- Writing SOL (Multiple Choice) Paper Test Only
- July 9:
- Writing SOL (Multiple Choice) Paper Test Only
- July 10:
- Writing SOL (Prompt) Paper Test Only
- July 11:
- Aug Term Grads enrolled in English 11 - WorkKeys Writing 1st attempt
- Social Studies PBA #1 (WH 1, WH 2, VA/US History)
- July 12:
- Weekly progress report sent home
- WorkKeys Writing Remediation Testing
- Non-Writing SOLs - August Term Grads 1st attempt
- July 15 and 16:
- Reading WorkKeys Remediation students start
- English 11 Non-Term Grads & August Term Grads Writing SOL online 1st attempt
- July 17:
- Cultural Observance Day
- Classes still held
- No testing
- July 18:
- English 11 Non-Term Grads & August Term Grads Writing SOL online 2nd attempt
- English 11 Term Grads & Non-Term Grads WorkKeys Reading
- Aug Term Grads NW SOLs 2nd attempt
- Social Studies PBA #2 (WH 1, VA/US History)
- July 19
- English 11 Non-Term Grads & August Term Grads Writing SOL online 2nd attempt
- WK Reading Remediation 1st attempt
- Social Studies PBA #2 (WH 2)
- Weekly progress report sent home
- July 22:
- English 11 Term Grads & Aug Term Grads not enrolled in English 11 WK Writing 2nd Attempt
- July 24:
- Eng 11 Non-Term Grads & August Term Grads WK Reading 2nd attempt
- Social Studies PBA #3 (WH 1, VA/US History)
- July 26:
- Last day of Credit Recovery Academy
- Non-Term Grads take SOL tests
- Aug Term Grads WK Reading Remediation 2nd attempt
- Term Grads take 3rd attempt Non-Writing SOL tests
- Final grades due by 9 a.m.
- Final progress report sent home
- Reading WorkKeys Remediation Testing (if needed)
- July 30: Credit Recovery Academy Graduation Rehearsal at West Spingfield High School, 9 a.m. to noon
- July 31: Credit Recovery Academy Graduation at West Springfield High School, 4:30 p.m.
Bell Schedules
- 8 a.m. - Class begins
- 1 p.m. - School day ends
Attendance
Students are expected to attend all classes and to arrive for each class on time. The classroom teacher determines whether a student is on time, tardy, or absent. Any student who is absent from the summer program for more than two full days during any summer session (as a result of illness, vacation, disciplinary action, tardies, any other reason, or any combination of the foregoing) may be withdrawn from the summer program.
A student who is tardy must report directly to class. The teacher will record the number of minutes students are late.
There are no excused tardies.
A student who leaves school early must bring a note signed by their parent or guardian to the teacher.
- The teacher will initial the note.
- Students will give the initialed note to the summer office administrative assistant when they sign out.
Remember: Arriving late and leaving early will count toward the accumulation of absence minutes.
Prior to a student missing 300 minutes, the counselor will conference with the student. When a student accumulates one full day of absence (300 minutes), e-notify will send an automated email, text, and phone call; the assistant principal or principal will conference with the student.
When a student accumulates one and a half days of absences (450 minutes), e-notify will send an automated email, text, and phone call; the assistant principal or principal will conference with the student.
When a student accumulates more than two full days of absences (600 minutes), e-notify will send an automated email, text, and phone call; the assistant principal or principal will call the parents or guardians and send a letter to communicate the next steps.
Course Objectives and Requirements
On the first day of class, students will receive course objectives, course requirements, grading, and classroom rules. Please review this information and contact the teacher with questions.
Student Conduct
The Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) Student’s Responsibilities and Rights (SR&R) regulation governs student conduct during the academy.
Classroom Discipline Procedures
Classroom rules will be developed and articulated to students at the beginning of the academy. The teacher, with support from the guidance and administrative staff, will make certain that proper follow-through occurs with students who continually violate individual classroom and school rules.
Cell Phone Policy
During Instruction
Phones must be silenced and put away.
Storage may be in a locker, backpack, pencil bag, etc., during classes.- Phone accessories must be silenced and away when use prohibited.
Watches that serve a dual purpose (e.g., smart watch) may be worn.
Note: phone features (e.g., texting, Internet, calls, etc.) are to be off when prohibited.- FCPS devices should meet most instructional needs. When cell phones are appropriate, teachers may allow students to use cell phones.
Parent/guardians, multi-disciplinary team members, or other persons with knowledge of students who require access to personally owned devices as an accommodation shall make requests for such accommodations through their respective multi-disciplinary team [i.e., 504 Committee, IEP Team, English Language Committee, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) Team].
Restrooms and Locker Rooms
Students are prohibited from using phones, tablets, and other mobile devices in restrooms and locker rooms.
Exception: Medical necessity or emergency.
Positive Behavior Intervention System
It is our expectation that students demonstrate appropriate and respectful behavior as outlined in the Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R) booklet. Our positive behavior theme this summer is PRIDE.
- Perseverance
- Respect
- Integrity
- Determination
- Excellence
Students will have the opportunity to be recognized for their positive behavior and earn raffle tickets when they demonstrate the characteristics outlined above. At the end of each school day, there will be a random drawing of prizes/certificates from local businesses to acknowledge students’ appropriate behavior.
Grading and Reporting
Students in Trailblazers, SOL Remediation test-prep classes, and ESOL Numeracy and Literacy classes do not receive grades.
Student grades will be calculated by the teacher. Parents are encouraged to contact their child’s teacher if there is a question about the student’s progress. Grades will be issued to students according to the following schedule:
- July 12, 19, 26: Progress reports sent home.
- July 26: Teachers contact parents of students with a final grade of “fail.”
End-of-Course (EOC)/SOL/WorkKeys Testing
Students will receive information about SOL and WorkKey testing prior to the test dates.
The counselor and summer test team will provide instructions and guidelines for students who need to take an additional SOL test.
Commencement
- Rehearsal:
- Date: July 30
- Time: 9 a.m. to noon
- Location: West Springfield High School
- Ceremony:
- Date: July 31
- Time: 4:30 to 6 p.m.
- Location: West Springfield High School
Transportation
Buses will transport students from select FCPS schools in the morning and back in the afternoon. Parents, guardians and students are responsible for the transportation to and from the selected depot sites.
Check the registration confirmation email for information regarding designated drop-off and pick-up locations.
Check your email for specific door information.
- Students must park in the designated area and leave their vehicles as soon as they are parked.
- Students may not return to their vehicle until the end of the day or without an administrator’s permission.
- Students are not allowed to loiter in the parking lot.
- Drivers must obey speed limits on school grounds.
- There is no fee to park during the program.
We encourage students to ride buses each day. Should the need arise to drop off students, please follow the directions of the security staff.
Lunch
Lunch will be available to purchase. Students also have the option to bring a lunch from home.
Students will be provided a 30 minute lunch between 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Specific times will be shared at each CRA site.
Menus will be posted before the start of the summer program:
Forms
As you prepare for the summer program, please complete the following forms so your student can bring them to school on the first day or update your student information in SIS.
SS/SE 3: Emergency Care Information
Used by schools to gather emergency contact information for a student.
SS/SE 71: Health Information
Used to collect health information yearly on a student.
Please submit the English version of this form to your school for processing.
Por favor, envíe la versión en inglés de este formulario a su escuela para su procesamiento.
SS/SE 63: Medication Authorization
Used to give school the authorization to dispense medication to a student.
Please submit the English version of this form to your school for processing.
Por favor, envíe la versión en inglés de este formulario a su escuela para su procesamiento.
SS/SE 64: FCPS Authorization for Anaphylaxis Action Plan
Parent/health care provider authorization for the administration of epinephrine to a student with anaphylaxis.
Please submit the English version of this form to your school for processing.
Por favor, envíe la versión en inglés de este formulario a su escuela para su procesamiento.
SS/SE 65: FCPS Authorization for Virginia Asthma Action Plan
Used to authorize school employees to follow a student's Virginia Asthma Action Plan.
Please submit the English version of this form to your school for processing.
Health Room
A Health Room will be available during the school day.
Medication
Students who take medication will need to follow the guidelines outlined by FCPS:
To ensure that students take prescription and nonprescription (over-the-counter) medications safely, the school health room staff must administer the medications. The parent must bring the medication to the school health room for storage and provide documentation for administering it.
Medication Drop-off
Medications may be dropped off in the Health Room by a parent or guardian beginning Monday, July 1, 2024. Please do not send any medications in with your student.
Medication Pick-up
Medications may be picked up on the last day of class, Friday, July 26th between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Dress Code
Students will follow the FCPS dress code as outlined in the SR&R.
Computers
Students enrolled in a Credit Recovery Academy course, should plan to keep the laptop they were issued by their base school. Students should bring these laptops to class each day.
Additional Resource - Varsity Tutors
As an additional resource, students will have access to a service called Varsity Tutors. View more detailed information about Tutor.com.
