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Who
can attend the CALC? |
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The
CALC is open to all high school sophomores,
juniors
and seniors in Martin County who meet the admission
requirements. If the number of applications exceeds
the planned capacity, students will be selected through
a lottery.
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What
are the admissions requirements? |
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In
order to be eligible for admission to the Center’s
programs, a student must:
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Be classified a high school sophomore, junior or
senior as defined in the Martin County School District’s
Student Progression Plan
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Have an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher
- Have
earned credit in Algebra I
- Have
attained at least minimum passing scores, as established
by the State of Florida, on all sections of the
FCAT exam.
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What
programs of study are available at the CALC? |
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The
CALC will include integrated academic and applied technology
programs that will meet the graduation requirements for
a college-ready high school diploma. In addition to the
many courses offered at the Clark Advanced Learning Center, students
will be able to enrich their learning experiences by taking
advantage of the array of college courses also available
at the IRCC Chastain Campus.
The CALC curriculum is closely
linked to the economic outlook for Martin County, concentrating on technology-based
programs where there is a projected need. Specific program options
include:
1. Information
Technology
2. Digital Media
3. Entrepreneurship/ E-Commerce
4. Medical Professions
5. Eco-Technology
6. Customized Multi-Disciplinary Option
Through the
CALC’s
dual enrollment program, students enroll in courses offered
by IRCC, and earn both high school
and college credit for these classes. Students will follow
an individualized program of study that is specific to
their interests and goals. The program of study will be
developed by the student, an CALC educational advisor, and
the student's parent(s).
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What
does the CALC offer that sets it apart and provides
new options for high school students? |
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There
are three important areas to consider when answering this
question:
1. Technology
Technology
at the CALC will be incorporated into every aspect of teaching
and learning. We believe that technology,
when used effectively, can greatly enrich the experience
of learning. To succeed in the 21st Century, today’s
young people must bring sophisticated technology skills
to their academic and employment careers – graduates
of the CALC will have this advantage.
2. Faculty
The most important element needed for effective learning
is a top-quality faculty. The teachers employed by
the CALC will be fully certified to meet both high school
and college-level standards. CALC faculty members will be
committed
to helping students learn through involvement in real-world
projects, interdisciplinary teaching strategies, and
active engagement in the learning process. CALC faculty
will
emphasize
personalized education, and will receive special training
to work with students in ways that best suit their
individual learning styles.
3. Curriculum
The
CALC’s curriculum
will include strategies for using real-world projects
and problems to fully engage
students in learning. The learning environment will
emphasize academic achievement, the development of in-demand
career
skills, and extensive use of state-of-the-art technology
throughout the curriculum.
In addition,
students will work with local business partners through
internships and
shadowing experiences,
gaining
valuable exposure to the world of work.
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Is
transportation available? |
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Transportation
is provided through an arrangement with the Martin
County School District. Please contact the Director
for more information.
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How
many students are enrolled at the CALC? |
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The
CALC has enrolled 200 high school sophomores,
juniors
and seniors for the 2004-05 academic year.
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Is
there a cost to attend the CALC? |
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As
a Florida public charter high school, the CALC is free.
This includes both high school and college dual enrollment
classes and textbooks.
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How
do I apply? |
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To be considered for admission, students who meet the
eligibility requirements should submit a completed Application
to:
The
Clark Advanced Learning Center
IRCC Chastain Campus
2400 S.E. Salerno Road
Stuart, Florida 34997
If
the number of eligible applicants exceeds capacity, all
applicants shall have an equal chance of being
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Who
decides a student's program of study? |
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CALC students follow an individualized educational program of study developed by the student, a CALC educational advisor, and the student's parent(s).
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Can students transfer into the CALC in the middle of the semester? |
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Students are encouraged to enroll during the beginning of each semester only. Since all CALC students are enrolled in a minimum of two college classes, enrolling mid-semester may not be possible.
Transferring mid-semester requires special permission from the CALC Director. ^top |
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Can
CALC students enroll in night classes at any IRCC campus? |
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While
most classes needed to complete CALC programs will be scheduled
during the day at the CALC and/or Chastain Campus, arrangements
can be made to tailor a program of study to meet individual
student needs. This may include supplementing day classes
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How
will technology be used to aid learning at the CALC? |
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Students
will use the latest technology and software to find solutions
to real-world problems that interest them. A student majoring
in entrepreneurship might use the Center’s digital
studio to produce a video to sell a new product. Another
student might create an animated learning game, while another
would focus on developing a prototype of a worldwide information
network.
The use of wireless technology
throughout the school will allow for the creative and flexible use of space, and
the CALC web portal will help create an online community of
learners.
Technology will be used to keep parents up-to-date on
student progress, have teachers readily available to respond
to student questions, involve business and industry experts
in classroom activities, and enrich the curriculum with
all of the resources of the worldwide web.
Students will also use technology to build an electronic
portfolio to document their accomplishments and skills
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A
laptop computer will be made available for use by the
student while the student is enrolled in the CALC. A computer agreement must be signed and
returned to the CALC office. |
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In the interests of furthering the educational goals of the Clark Advanced Learning Center (CALC) and its students, the CALC will make available for use by the student one (1) Laptop Computer (laptop) while the student is enrolled in the CALC. A LAPTOP COMPUTER USE AGREEMENT form must be signed and returned to the CALC office. ^top |
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Will
CALC students be eligible for the Florida Bright Futures
Scholarship? |
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Yes!
CALC students are eligible to pursue scholarship awards
through the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship program,
and CALC counselors and teachers will work closely with
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Will
students be able to complete the foreign language elective? |
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We
encourage students to complete the foreign language elective
prior to enrolling in the CALC. However, eligible CALC students
may be able to complete foreign language requirements through
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What
about student sports, band, clubs, and other activities? |
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By arrangement with the MCSD, CALC students will be eligible to participate in selected after school activities, including sports, at their designated Martin County high school. Contact your designated high school principal for specific activity information. ^top |
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Exceptional
Student Education (ESE) |
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The
MCSD will provide exceptional student education (ESE)
services for students who reside within Martin County.
District
ESE staff will be involved in the classification of students,
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Student
Discipline |
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Students
enrolled at the CALC are subject to discipline and due process
in accordance with the policies of MCSD and IRCC. The Executive
Director of the Center is considered the principal for
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Will
students be allowed off campus for lunch? |
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Students
will be permitted to leave campus for lunch, provided they
meet the standards of conduct expected of CALC students.
Parents will need to complete a waiver form and have it
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What
is Tech Prep and how is it incorporated into the CALC
design? |
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Tech
Prep programs are designed to ensure that high school graduates
enter the workplace with the requisite skills in English,
communications, math, science, reading, problem solving,
critical thinking, decision-making, and human relations
to be successful. The goal of Tech Prep is to utilize a
real-world “applied” approach to education,
integrating academic and technical skills to produce a
graduate who is ready for college and/or productive employment.
The Advanced Learning Center will incorporate many of the
proven best practices developed by effective Tech Prep
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What
is SCANS? Why is this important at the CALC? |
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In
1991, the Secretary’s Commission on Achieving Necessary
Skills (SCANS) issued a report concluding that the United
States was lagging behind many other industrialized nations
in worker productivity. This influential report defined
the knowledge and skills that people need to enter a specific
area of employment and successfully perform in that role
for a sustained period of time.
In
addition to strong academic and technical skills, SCANS
concluded
that there
are five areas of competency that
educational “systems” must address:
1. Resources (managing time, budgets, materials, and space)
2. Interpersonal skills (providing leadership, listening
skills, team setting)
3. Information (acquiring, evaluating, interpreting, organizing,
using)
4. Systems (understanding social, organizational, and
technological systems)
5. Technology
(working with and using)
The administration
and faculty at the CALC recognize the importance of
these findings and have incorporated the attainment
of these competencies into the core curriculum.
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How
can I get more information about the Clark Advanced Learning
Center? |
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Contact
CALC Executive Director, Maria Mosley, at 772-419-5750.
In addition, information is available through the CALC
website: www.clarkadvancedlearningcenter.org.
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