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Dear High School Student,
MBAF is pleased to present our exceptional Summer School program. If you have already participated in our program, you are aware that we provide an outstanding educational experience: quality instructors who will help you to advance to the next level of your high school career, whether you are repeating a class, seeking enrichment or hoping to accelerate academically. If you are new to our program, be prepared for a productive summer. At The MBAF Summer School Program, we care about the success of our students and we will do our utmost to help you succeed.
Please take some time to review the information carefully. We have changed the format of the academic program.The first three weeks of class will be Semester One and the second three weeks Semester Two. All Classes will be from 8:00 AM to 1:30 PM with a nutrition break of 15 minutes. Instead of five days a week, classes will be held four days a week leaving Fridays free. Pay special attention to the details regarding course descriptions and prerequisites and remember to fill out all the necessary application and medical emergency forms and return them to us no later than the date we have indicated.
We want to take this opportunity to thank you for selecting the The MBAF Summer School Program. We look forward to working with you to reach your goals - an integral part of our school’s mission. Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Sincerely
Gary Wayland
President, MBAF
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• GENERAL INFORMATION
Summer School Program Information:
E-mail (preferred):
kathy@wvcpas.com
Tel: 310.415.5827
The MBAF Summer School Program Mailing Address:
MBAF
P.O. Box 1585
Manhattan Beach, CA 90267-1585
Mira Costa High School - Summer School Office:
(after June 28, 2009)
Attendance Office
1401 Artesia Blvd.
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Daily Office Hours:
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Summer Program Fax:
310.379-4523
Student Code of Conduct:
A safe and positive learning environment will be maintained on campus and in class. All state laws and school regulations regarding student rights and responsibilities are in effect during Summer School. We uphold a code of conduct that emphasizes the dignity of the individual and promotes an environment respectful of people of diverse backgrounds and belief systems. We expect students enrolled in our Summer School Program to follow this code. Only in such an atmosphere can students thrive and achieve their full potential. We therefore ask Summer School students to respect their peers’ personal rights and property. Name-calling, theft, purposeful damage to others’ belongings, bodily harm to a fellow student or Summer School staff member, and other instances of misconduct will not be tolerated. Each case will be handled on an individual basis by the Summer School principal. He will do so in a fair but swift manner. In the most serious cases, dismissal may be warranted. Whenever possible, parents will be notified of disciplinary problems and actions in a timely fashion. MBAF thanks Summer School students and their parents in advance for following our Code of Conduct and respecting the rights of others. We look forward to an enjoyable and productive summer session for all.
Program Changes:
You may request a course change by completing and filing a Course Change Form (available on this website) on or before noon on the on the third day of the semester. The instructor of the class you are dropping must sign the Course Change Form (if the class is already in process), as must the student’s parent. Completed forms are to be returned to the Summer School office. (Note: Change of Course Fee: $25.00)
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• POLICIES
The academic requirements and policies of the MBAF Summer School Program are presented on this website. Please review them carefully. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR KNOWING AND COMPLYING WITH THESE REGULATIONS.
Attendance Policy-Academic: Please keep in mind that in this accelerated summer program, one day of class is equivalent to a week of classes during the regular school year. Failure to attend class regularly jeopardizes your chances for academic success. You will be dropped from your classes if you are absent from class for more than one day per semester class. (two semester class – two days). There are no excused absences. All absences count toward the two days (or one, if applicable) students are allowed, without exception. Instructors may not authorize exceptions to the Attendance Policy.
In addition to attending class regularly, you must be punctual. You will be considered tardy if you are not in your assigned seat by the beginning of class and after the break each day. Four tardies are the equivalent of one absence. If you exceed the maximum number of absences/tardies, you will automatically lose academic credit and will be dismissed from the Summer Program. Under these circumstances, tuition and fees are forfeited.
Attendance Policy-Athletic: To obtain credit for the semester you must follow the same attendance rules outlined under Academic Attendance. If more than one day absence is anticipated, please inform the activity coach and no credit will be awarded.
Credit (Academic): Each semester course is equivalent to 5 High School credits. Successful completion of yearlong courses earns 10 High School Credits.
Homework: Homework should be purposeful and related to the subject studied. It is intended primarily to give the student added practice in acquiring skills, insights and understanding in a particular area of learning. Nightly homework requirements vary among classes and teachers. If a teacher does not provide a specific assignment, it is expected that students read, study or review for the class each night.
Make-Up Exams: If you miss an exam or other required course work during the summer session because of absence, you may make up the exam or assignment within one day of returning to school. Arrangements to complete make-up work are your responsibility and must be made directly with your instructor. All work must be completed by the last day of classes (1:30PM on 08/06/2010). There are no make-up days for final exams, nor may they be taken early. Instructors may not authorize exceptions to this rule. Any extenuating circumstances will be handled by the principal, no later than the last day of class.
Grade Reports:
Report cards will be sent to your home address approximately one week after completion of classes. If you are not a full-time Mira Costa High School student, you must give your report card to your home school so that the credits can be added to your permanent record. Any discrepancies must be reported immediately to the Summer School Principal.The appeal or challenge deadline for disputed grades is forty-five days after the closing of classes. No changes, adjustments or corrections will be made after that date.
Prerequisites: You may not enter a course for which you do not have the prerequisite or its equivalent. Prerequisites are listed in the course descriptions. Instructors may not waive prerequisites within a department sequence and accept students into the next level. Please note the differentiation between original credit courses and review courses. Review courses require that the course has already been taken during the regular school year. Original credit courses have a prerequisite noted if applicable. Since the Summer School does not have access to the student's grades, please ensure that the course prerequisite is met or consult your educational advisor.
Note: Certain Activities/Physical Fitness courses have tryouts. These are listed in the various course descriptions if available.
Refund Policy:
Full refunds of tuition and fees are granted if:
1) A course is cancelled by MBAF.
2) A course is filled before receipt of your registration form.
3) The course period is changed and the student cannot attend.
Partial Refunds (60%) are granted if:
The course is dropped by the student before the first day of class. This requires WRITTEN notification of the intent to drop/withdraw signed by the parent and received no later than noon on the first day of class.
No refunds of either tuition or fees will be issued after noon on the first day of class.
Withdrawal From A Course
If you wish to withdraw from a class, you must secure a Withdrawal Form from the Summer School office (or download the form below) and obtain the appropriate signatures (student, instructor, parent). You must complete the form and return it to the Summer School office along with any textbooks issued to you, before the withdrawal deadline of the first day of the second week of the semester. Only then does the withdrawal become official. Failure to follow the prescribed procedure will result in a grade of “F.”
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• SCHOLARSHIPS:
MBAF will offer a limited number of scholarships for summer school classes under the following criteria:
• the student must be part of the National School Lunch Program
• only Review Classes are eligible
To apply submit an application together with a letter of request addressed to:
Manhattan Beach Athletic Foundation
Attention Mrs. P. Spence
P O Box 1585
Manhattan Beach, CA 90267-1585
All scholarship requests must be postmarked no later than June 1, 2010.
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• TUITION
Each one semester course: $250.00
Each two semester course: $500.00
Each athletic activity: $250.00 (Two time conflicted athletic activities = $280.00)
Change-of-course fee $25.00.
Returned Check/Denied Credit Card Charges $25.00.
Lost textbooks $100.00.
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