Margaretville Central School

BOARD OF EDUCATION

Barbara Funck

President

Jo Bernhardt

Vice President

Al Tanzer

Member

Fred Miller

Member

Lee Austin

Member

Administration

John Riedl

Superintendent

Linda Taylor

Principal

District Mission Statement

Margaretville Central School will develop capable individuals and critical thinkers, instilled with positive self-esteem, creativity, and a lifelong desire for learning. To assure our school’s atmosphere for growth and achievement, we will foster a challenging educational environment supported by a dedicated staff, and the cooperation of family, peers, and community.

The Guidance Department

Margaretville Central School District provides a comprehensive program in curricular, co-curricular, and extracurricular activities designed to permit the development of programs that enable pupils to identify their talent, skills, strengths, and special interests. The school is fully accredited by the State Regents and School District diplomas.

The contents of this booklet has been prepared by the middle/high

school faculty for pupils and their parents to plan a program

that will enable the pupils to reach their educational and career goals.

Parents and pupils are encouraged to consult with counselors for long and short term program planning.

This booklet, describing the courses offered at Margaretville Central School District , is to be used in your present and future educational planning. You are urged to read it carefully before making choices concerning your future program of study.

However, regardless of the help and the advice of teachers and counselors concerning your future studies, the final responsibility for these courses remains with you and your parents. Planning a course of study should be considered as one of the most important decisions you will ever be called upon to make, since your decision will have a direct bearing on your future activities.

The review and revision of the planned programs should be an ongoing process throughout the high school years. Parents and pupils should work closely with counselors to adapt the program to each pupil in light of his or her needs.

There are certain courses offered in the handbook for the enrichment of the students. Parents and students should realize, however, that if there are not enough requests for these courses. They may be eliminated from the program next year. Consult your guidance counselor for appropriate alternatives.

Parents and pupils are urged to study the contents of this booklet thoroughly and to make selections carefully. Since education is a lifelong process. the importance of the thoughtful ongoing planning cannot be overemphasized.

The State Education Department “Scholarships for Academic Excellence”: Margaretville Central School uses method A (Regents test scores) in determining the eligibility for application to this scholarship.

A note from the Principal

Our community takes great pride in our school system, with programs and facilities reflecting a dedication to excellence. The 2006-2007 Course Curriculum Guide outlines the variety of educational opportunities available to the students of Margaretville Central School .

In the next few weeks, students, with parental assistance and professional guidance, will make important decisions that not only affect their future academic program but may also influence career decisions as well. The school and its professional staff are available for consultation, but the ultimate decision rests with students and parents. Please take advantage of the information contained in this publication while proceeding with this important process.

Best wishes for a successful scheduling experience.

Graduation Requirements: (for students entering grade 9 in 2001 and later)

Information That Can Be Found In Guidance

A. Miscellaneous Information

Working paper forms and cards

College applications

Financial Aid Applications

Standardized test information

M.C.S. course write-ups

Computer programs

Graduation requirements

B. Books & Catalogs

SAT – ACT practice tests

S.U.N.Y. two and four year catalogs

Other college catalogs

College reference books

Armed forces booklets

C. Computer Program

Choices – College & Career

To: Parents

Re: Title IX From: Superintendent

Margaretville Central School wishes to inform all parents that according to Title IX of federal laws, no child can be denied access to courses due to their sex.

This means that all children are encouraged to enroll in courses of their choice unless they are unable to meet the pre-requisites for the particular subject. You can obtain this information from the Guidance Department.

Our school district must provide equal opportunity for both sexes. The only exception is in those activities or course where physical contact becomes inappropriate or inadvisable as deemed by state or federal regulations.

If you have questions regarding this law contact:

Mr. John Riedl, Superintendent

Margaretville Central School

Margaretville , NY 12455

(845) 586-2647

A. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Margaretville Central School awards New York State Local High school diplomas, New York State Regents diplomas and New York State advanced Regents Diplomas. Diplomas with honors are earned by scoring an average of 90 or above in required Regents exams.

Graduation requirements are changed by the Board of Regents. See your counselor for most current information, the requirements set by the State and the Local Board of Education

B. COURSE LOAD GRADE 9-12

1. All students must carry a daily minimum of Six (6) academic

subjects plus Physical Education each semester. Any exceptions must

be approved by the Superintendent/Principal

2. Occupational Center students must carry all required subjects including

Physical Education when possible.

3. Students taking Chorus for a full year will receive ½ credit for Chorus.

Those taking band receive 1 credit.

4. Averages computed: According to credit given, l credit =100% of mark,

½ credit =50% of mark, etc. Students entering 9th grade in September

2001 and later will receive ½ credit a year for Physical Education.

5. Credits to move to next grade:

5 ½ from 9 th to 10 th grade.

Total of 11 credits to 11 th grade.

16 ½ credits to 12 th grade.

Minimum of 22 to graduate.

C.EARLY GRADUATION:

The Board of Education recognizes that students so motivated should be allowed the opportunity to graduate after three or three and one-half years in grades 9-12. Such motivation will be demonstrated when a student has fulfilled the following:

graduation. (entering 9th grade in September 2001)

received employment effective upon completion of high school.

D. Any exceptions to A, B, or C must be approved by the Board of

Education upon recommendations of the Superintendent after

consultation with appropriate members of the professional staff.

E . CHANGING COURSES

1. Students must add new courses within two weeks from beginning of semester.

2. Students may drop classes only during the first four weeks of the semester, and must maintain 6 ½ credits. Exceptions to this need administrative approval.

3. Schedules are mailed home at the end of summer. If students want to they must revise their schedule during the last week before school starts.