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| Student/Parent Access Network (SPAN) Frequently Asked Questions Middle School The SPAN system is designed to give students and parents at WCPSS middle and high schools up-to-the-minute access to their electronic records. When a middle school fully implements the system, parents and students will be able to view academic progress information, attendance, discipline and schedules online, as well as complete course selections for rising 9th graders online. What data will I be able to access? When a school fully implements SPAN, students and parents can view the following information online: schedule, daily grades, academic progress reports for current classes, report card and historical grades, attendance records, and discipline records. Students in grades 8 – 11 will use SPAN to select courses online for the high school. In the summer, rising 9th grade students can view their fall schedule and submit schedule change requests online. Will my school use all of the features in SPAN? Not necessarily. Schools will select which functions of SPAN works best for them. Schools will provide specific information regarding what data will be available SPAN users. Who has access to my data? Students will have access to their own data. Any parent or legal guardian may also request access once the school begins to use the parent access component. If there is a situation where a parent or legal guardian SHOULD NOT receive access to student data, please notify the school immediately. Parents/guardians will have the ability to see who else has access to their student’s data. WCPSS takes all measures to keep student data secure. Student data is not accessible by anyone who does not have the authority to do so as defined by the U.S. Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Can I have an account for multiple students? Parents/guardians will be given one account per student. Parents must submit a separate form for each student enrolled in a WCPSS high school. How do I register? Student accounts will be distributed to each student at school. Parents may register by completing the SPAN application (one per student) and submitting it to the school office. Once the account has been created, you will receive an email with instructions on how to activate your account. Who should I contact if I can’t log in, or if I lose my password? Your school has the ability to diagnose and repair most login problems. Each school will have a designated contact person for SAM issues. Parents and students who have specified email addresses can have a one-time use password emailed to them by verifying their identity. How long will my account stay active? Parent and student accounts are automatically disabled when a student withdraws from school. Disabled accounts are held for 90 days and subsequently deleted. Accounts not accessed at least once every 60 days will be disabled. Will my email address be shared with anyone outside of the Wake County Public School System? No. For Notary Forms and additional information click on the attached links http://www.wcpss.net/forms/span-notaryform.pdf http://www.wcpss.net/span/ |
| How do I contact my child's guidance counselor? |
| A: You may dial the guidance office directly at 850-8755. The guidance counselors are Mrs. Sigmon (8th grade, ssigmon@wcpss.net), Ms. Southern (7th, msouthern@wcpss.net) and Ms. Cox (6th, vcox@wcpss.net). |
| Who do I go to if my child is struggling with homework? |
| Contact the student’s teacher and/or grade level counselor for specifics regarding homework assistance. |
| What type of tutorial services are offered at East Millbrook? |
| Individual teachers and teams provide tutorial sessions for students. Contact your child’s guidance counselor or team lead for more information. |
| Where can my student get community service forms? When and where should the forms be turned in? |
| Forms can be picked up in the main office, the media center, or downloaded from the school website (http://eastmillbrookms.wcpss.net/modules/mastop_publish/?tac=Community_Service_Form_and_guidelines). The forms can be turned in to the IB coordinator or home base teacher within a month of completing the activity. |
| How do I establish a lunch account for my student? |
| An account may established by contacting the cafeteria manager, Debra Yates at 850-8755. |
| Where can I find staff e-mail addresses? |
| Staff emails can be found on the East Millbrook website: http://eastmillbrookms.wcpss.net/modules/xoopsmembers/index.php?op=showall |
| Does my student have to buy a lock or is it given to him/her? |
| All students are given a lock to use for free. If they lose it, there is a five dollar fee. |
| How much time will a student have to get from one class to another? |
| five minutes |
| Are cell phones allowed in middle school? |
| Students are allowed to have cell phones at school, but they are to be turned OFF from 7:30 until 2:25. Having a cell phone on vibrate or silence is not OK and students are subject to disciplinary consequences. |
| What are the school requirements for my child to participate in sports? |
| •Behave properly at East Millbrook •Be less than 15 years of age on or before Oct. 16, 2009 •Receive and pass a medical examination once a year which has to be signed by a licensed physician •Purchase student accident insurance or provide evidence of comparable coverage •must not have 14 total absences in the semester prior to the athletic participation (see State Board Policy) •Earn passing grades in 5 semester length subjects (language arts, math, science or social studies, and 2 of 4 electives-cannot practice or play if found ineligible •Cannot practice or play during suspensions, AIS, or involvement in other forms of disciplinary action •Be in 7th or 8th grade •Practice a total of 10 days before a game •Return all forms (completed/signed) in the Student Athlete Packet before tryouts •Agree and follow the “Athlete Behavior Contract” •Be present in school the entire day in order to practice or play |
| Can 6th graders participate in sports? |
| No. They are eligible to serve as managers. |
| There is an activity bus available on Monday- Thursday. The bus runs at 4:00 and 4:30 |
| There is an activity bus available on Monday- Thursday. The bus runs at 4:00 and 4:30 |
| Does East Millbrook have a National Junior Honor Society? |
| Yes. Students are eligible after the 3rd nine weeks of the 7th and 8th grade year providing they have had a 3.5 average or above each 9 weeks. Students are also judged on their character, citizenship, and leadership qualities. |
| Can all students attend school dances? |
| East Millbrook holds three dances. Only 7th and 8th graders can attend the first two dances. These students cannot have been suspended from school prior to the dance. The last dance of the school year is open to all grade levels. |
| What does International Baccalaureate mean? |
| The International Baccalaureate Programme offers students an integrated curriculum that stresses academics, internationalism, and community involvement. It is a rigorous, challenging curriculum based on world class standards that gives all students a quality education. |
| What is required at an International Baccalaureate school that isn’t required at other schools? |
| The IB program focuses on language arts, mathematics, the humanities, the sciences, technology, the arts, and physical education. It is a five year program, with the first 3 years being offered at East Millbrook. IB schools use IB strategies and pedagogy (underlying knowledge specific to this type of instruction). The Areas of Interaction (the teaching lenses of the program) include: Health and social education, the environment, Homo Faber (recognizing a man’s creativity), approaches to learning (recognizing a variety of learning styles), and community involvement. |
| Do I need to reapply as a magnet student each year? |
| Yes. There is a form that is sent home in December or January asking parents to confirm that they want to remain as a magnet student; families simply need to return this form and they will be re-enrolled as a magnet student. |
| What is the earliest I can drop my child off at school each morning? |
| Students may be dropped off at 7:00. |
| If my child is ill, should I call the school to notify them he/she will be absent? |
| No. The attendance office will keep a record of students who are not in class. Upon returning to school, students should have a note explaining why he/she has been absent. |
| Are students allowed to bring backpacks to class? |
| No |
| What is the best way to get homework when a student has missed a class? |
| The best way to refer to the teacher’s website (http://eastmillbrookms.wcpss.net/modules/xoopsmembers). Teachers update this page weekly with class activities and homework assignments. |
| When are messages delivered to students at school? |
| To limit classroom interruptions, messages are delivered to students at 9:00 am and 1:00 pm. |
| Is there one place on campus where resources for parents are made available? |
| Yes. Please visit our Guidance/Student Services department. |
| Is there a student dress code? |
| Yes. See WCPSS dress code policy http://www.wcpss.net/news/dresscode.html |
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