Parent Information Night 2019 2020 - Clovis North

Parent Information Night
       2019 - 2020

Clovis North
    Area Administration

Darin Tockey, Clovis North Area
Superintendent

Tiffany Cooper, Clovis North Area
Administrative Secretary

CNEC Administrative Staff
Joshua Shapiro Ed.D, Principal
Tami Graham, Deputy Principal
Laurel Graves, Deputy Principal
Jennifer Enns, Learning Director
Jonathan Bowns, Learning Director
Alyson Rocco, Learning Director 2018-19
Alicynne Chaney, Learning Director 2019-20
Tony Follis, Learning Director

Coby Lindsey, CN Athletic Dir./Learning Director
Tom Wright, Learning Director of Student Services

Administrative Staff cont….
Kerince Nguyen, Head Counselor         Rob Streeter, GR Athletic Director
Dr. Jay Center, Counselor
Joy Bennett, Counselor                  Carlos Zuniga, CN Activities Director
Soua Herr, Counselor
Courtney Wilson, Counselor,               Katie Aiello, GR Activities Director
Sean Ford, Counselor
Tina Wood, Counselor
Bryana Moreno, Counselor
Kevin Miller, Transition Coordinator
Gary Omi, Transition Counselor
Karen Johnson, Counselor/SSO

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General Information

• School Mascot: The Broncos

• School Colors:
  Columbia Blue, Black and Silver

• Grades: 7 - 12

CNEC Daily Schedule
 Monday                 Tuesday                Friday
Per. 1-7                Per. 1-7               Per. 1-7

  Start & End Times: M,T,& F 7:50 – 2:40
   Zero Period begins at 6:45 (M,T,Th,F)

      Wednesday                      Thursday
      Even 2, 4 & 6                 Odd 1, 3 & 7

   Wed &Thurs Block schedule 8:10 – 2:40
 *Block schedule provides longer instructional time and
            in-depth instruction (labs, etc..)

CNEC 7-12 Counselors

•   Academic, career and social/emotional support
•   Yearly Academic Planning (7-12)
•   Schedule Changes-Proper Placement
•   Student Advocate
•   Stay in contact with your child’s counselor
    throughout their career.

Overview of Registration
• Parent Information Night (Tonight)

• Collect forms in approximately one week

• Laptop Information Night – Tues April 2nd in the Granite
  Ridge MPR 6pm-7pm

• Math and Science Placement Test – March/April

• I.D. Card & Order Form Pick-up – July 31st

 (A Bldg. in front of the Library – 12:00pm-5:30pm)

• Walk-Through Registration -- CN Lrg Gym – Aug. 8th

WEB
(Where Everyone Belongs)

    WEB Orientation
         on
     August 15th
      GR Gym
    Time: 1:00pm-3:00pm

Granite Ridge Intermediate
        Educational Program
• Laptop Academic Block: Language Arts &
  World History
• Math Class: Math 7 w/ Math Strategies, Math
  7, or Advanced Math 7
• Science: Science 7 or Honors Science 7
• Physical Education
• Elective(s)

Math Placement
Students will be placed into the
appropriate math class based upon
the 7th grade placement exam,
district benchmark exams, and their
5th/6th grade SBAC math results.

Science Placement

Student will be placed in the
appropriate science course based
upon the 7th grade science placement
                  th th
exam, and their 5 /6 grade SBAC
Math/ELA results.

Elective Offerings

All elective offerings are contingent upon
appropriate enrollment and staffing.

Be prepared to accept any of the 4 choices, as
students may not receive 1st choice.

Choose Wisely! No elective changes during the
 year.

Elective Offerings
• Art/Teen Living
• Film Studies
• Computer Applications 7
• Performing Arts-Choir/Band/Color guard/ Orchestra/
  Drama
• Forensics
• Yearbook (application required)
• Leadership (application required)
• Peer Counseling (application required)
• AVID (application required)
(Reading and math intervention courses may
take the place of your elective)

Elective Applications
• There is one form for all electives that
  require applications
• GPA 2.5
• Signed Code of Ethics- student and parent
  both sign
• 6th grade teacher recommendation
• Due to counselors at scheduled registration
  time
• Typed information is recommended

Elective Offerings

Unlimited seats in:
• Band
• Color guard
• Choir
• Orchestra
• Jazz Band (lunch time)- By Audition

Performing Arts
Information:
• www.broncodrama.com
• codyashford@cusd.com (Drama)
• http://gobroncoband.org/default.aspx (Band)
• josevargas@cusd.com (Band)
• https://sites.google.com/a/clovisusd.k12.ca.us/c
  nec-bronco-choirs/ (Choir)
• rileygarcia@cusd.com (Choir)
• arthurhowansky@cusd.com (Orchestra)

GR Intervention Classes
• Academic Seminar – This class is for students not
  meeting state standards in ELA. The class focuses
  on reading comprehension, literary analysis,
  language conventions, writing, homework support,
  history, and organization. The class is designed to
  help support students in their AB classes.
• Study Strategies – This class is designed to support
  students who struggle with grades because they
  need academic skills, organizational and study
  skills, and would benefit from support of a teacher
  monitoring their grades, in-class assignments, and
  homework.

Intervention Classes Cont…
• Math Strategies – This class is for students
  struggling with mathematical concepts in Math
  7. Students will essentially have two periods of
  Math to provide additional support in
  mastering the integrated math practices.

Zero Period or Lunch P.E.

All combinations of electives, with the
exception of Teen Living/Art, or Film
Studies, will qualify students to take
Zero or Lunch period PE.

Please mark PE choice on registration form

AVID
     (Advancement Via Individual Determination)

           Students who are willing to work a
                     little harder
What is it?
• The AVID elective class is a regularly scheduled
  elective class for students who plan to attend
  college and want to develop effective study habits
  and strategies for academic success

What is our mission?
•   AVID’s mission is to close the achievement gap
    by preparing all students for college readiness
    and success in a global society.

AVID
  (Advancement Via Individual Determination)

Why Should       •   Study Skills
                 •   Cornell Notetaking Strategy
   YOU           •   Test Preparation Skills
 Consider        •   Improved Organization
  AVID?          •   Weekly Tutorials w/ College Tutors
                 •   Time Management Strategies
                 •   Team Building & Community Service
                 •   Ongoing Grade/GPA Analysis
                 •   Development of a Growth Mindset
                 •   Guest Speakers & College Field Trips

Laptop for Learners

  District wide world-class intermediate laptop
                immersion program.
• Words that describe program:
    - Engaging
    - Collaborative
    - Tool used to enhance curriculum
    - Embeds school-to-work skills
• Laptop-Immersion Classes - Academic Block

Laptop for Learners
         How do I get information?

• Laptop Information Night – April 2nd
       Granite Ridge MPR- 6:00 p.m.

• Check the CUSD Website
• Contact Laptop Coordinator LisaMarie
  Slater for more information
  (lisamarieslater@cusd.com)

Parent/Teacher
       Communication/Resource
                       Parent Connection
• Monitoring grades
• Direct communication to teachers
• Lunch account access

            Teacher Websites or Google Classroom
• You can find a teacher’s agenda, projects, tests, quizzes, due dates
  for the day and/or homework assignments. Great way for parents to
  “look ahead” to see what’s coming up.
• Consistent communication with teachers “early on” is very
  important if your child is struggling in class.

Academic Expectations

• Organization: Binder, dividers for each class, use
  planner, regular use of smart phone calendar, keep
  notes/assignments neat & organized, etc.
• Homework: (1-2 hours per night) includes
  homework, studying, reading, projects. Make sure
  student has a quiet place to work at home.
  Assignments need to be completed and turned in on
  time.
• Time Management: Balance time commitments
  between school and co-curricular activities. Plan
  ahead for these events, and don’t procrastinate!

Academic Support
• Intervention labs: These labs are designed to give kids
  more support in a small group setting with a teacher of
  that subject matter acting as a tutor for the student who
  needs extra help. Labs are offered at lunch and after
  school.

• Mandatutorials: Students who earn 2 or more Fs on a
  progress/report card will be enrolled in lunchtime
  tutorials 3 days a week. Each session is 20 minutes and
  students work with tutors and teachers to improve their
  grades.

Academic Awards

• Principal’s Honor Roll 4.0 GPA
• High Honor Roll 3.76-3.99 GPA
• Honor Roll 3.75-3.50 GPA
       (Awards ceremony in the spring)
Principal’s Medallion: 4 semesters of 4.0 GPA
CJSF (California Junior Scholarship
Federation)- based on academics

Co-Curricular Opportunities

•   Clubs
•   Athletics
•   Pep and Cheer
•   Band/Choir
•   Academic Teams

Co-Curricular Teams

Fall Season:
• Football, Water Polo, Girls Golf, Girls
  Volleyball, Cross Country & Girls Tennis
Winter Season:
• Wrestling, Basketball, Soccer & Gymnastics
Spring Season:
• Baseball, Softball, Swimming/Diving, Boys
  Golf, Track, Boys Tennis, Boys Volleyball &
  Girls Badminton

Athletic Packets
• Each Student will need to complete an
  athletic packet and an athletic physical before
  they can practice or compete with our teams.
• Completed packets must be returned to the
  Athletic Office to receive clearance for
  participation prior to the first day of practice
  or try-outs.
• Athletic Packets will be available at the
  school site or on our website beginning on
  May 1, 2019.

Athletic Health Screening/
       Fall Sports sign-ups
• 2019-20 Sports Physical packets will be available beginning
  May 1, 2019 online at www.cnec.cusd.com or at CNEC
  (Main Office or Athletics)
• Clovis North will host its “Health Screening Night” on
  Wednesday May 29th from 5:00 to 8:00pm in the CN large
  gym.
• Physical will cost $25 (Cash Only) and the athletic physical
  is good for the 2019-20 school year only.
• Physicals will be conducted by licensed Medical Providers.
• Proceeds for physicals are used for Bronco Athletics.

Co-Curricular

• Students must have a 2.0 GPA to participate
  in co-curricular activities
• Students below a 2.0 at each grading period
  will be required to attend study table
• Students with 2 consecutive grading periods
  below a 2.0 become ineligible to participate
  until the next grading period
• Study Table: Monday Night 6-9pm

Pep & Cheer Tryout Info
• Applications are available March 25th online, in
  the CNEC activities office, and at our 5 main feeder
  schools
• Applications are due April 12th to the Activities
  Office.
• Clinics will be held on April 29th and 30th from
  5:00 – 6:30 pm in both MPR’s
• GR tryouts (incoming 7th Graders) are on May 2nd
  starting at 3:00pm in the dance room.
• Contact Heather Lingenfelter for any questions, or
  visit the CNEC website under Activities

Front Office Procedures
• Visitors must sign in and out of the front
  office.
• Students may pick-up items ( PE clothes,
  homework, etc.) between classes, before or
  after school, or lunch time ONLY. A pass
  will not be sent to avoid classroom
  interruptions.
• Lunch drop off is on the outside windowsill of
  the Student Services building. Students MAY
  NOT meet parents at the curb.
• Deliveries of food, balloons, flowers, etc.,
  are not allowed, and will not be accepted.

Off Campus Pass and Attendance
           Procedures

• Off campus passes are issued in the attendance office.
• Call at least 3 hours prior to requested release time.
• Parents must pick up and sign out their student from
  the attendance office. A valid photo ID must be
  shown.
• Parents are required to clear absences within 5 school
  days of their occurrence via email through Parent
  Connect, or by phone.

Tardies

• Tardy students arriving more than 30 minutes
  late, must check in at the front office to
  receive a pass to class.
• Students will receive detention after 2nd tardy.
• More details on our attendance policy can be
  found in our parent handbook (accessible
  through our CN website).

Bronco Foundation
                Fall Stampede
• Dinner and Silent Auctions
• Date: October 12, 2019
• Location: Stockbridge
             Residence
• 6-10pm
• Ticket price TBA
• (Will be available in front office)

Bronco Foundation
• Please join the foundation to help support all the
  clubs, programs, academic and athletic teams at
  CNEC.
• For more Information go to the CNEC website

Further Information

•       Clovis North & Granite Ridge
         Website GO BRONCOS!!!
              www.cnec.cusd.com

• Student Transfers- Please call SSSA @
    327-9200 Open Enrollment & Intra or
    Interdistrict Transfers

Thank you for coming!!