Expectation #1: Students will respect and obey the law.

Any illegal activity occurring while participating in any school activities, while with other students, or with school property will be met with zero tolerance resulting in immediate suspension or expulsion. These activities include, but are not limited to,: possession or use of tobacco or alcohol; activities related in any way to the purchase, use, or possession of drugs; gang related activities; possession of weapons; or abuse. Theft, vandalism, or other mistreatments of property belonging to others (including the school) will result in consequences which may range from an informal conference to expulsion, and may include restitution of stolen or damaged items or police involvement.

Expectation #2: Students will respect the ideas, beliefs, cultures, and individual differences of others.

Students engaging in verbal or written abuse, intimidation, harassment, discrimination, disrespect of authority, fighting, profanity, obscene behavior, extortion, gang-related activities, or other such behaviors will receive consequences ranging from an informal conference to expulsion based on attitude, severity, and prior history.

Expectation #3: Students will respect the privilege of education.

Plagiarism, lying, cheating, dress code violation (when on campus and/or participating with others in school activities), public displays of affection (when on campus and/or participating with others in school activities), or any form of academic misconduct will result in consequences ranging from an informal conference to expulsion based on attitude, severity and prior history.

Expectation #4: Students will have the ability to use a computer daily.

All students must have daily access to a computer with Internet access and must have the basic computer skills needed to use a computer. Students and parents both must be familiar with and know how to operate a windowed environment. Email skills, including receiving and sending attachments, are required. Minimal typing skills are also essential. Most importantly, students and parents should not be afraid of the computer or learning new technology. We recommend high speed internet access and a Pentium II class 300 MHE or greater, 64 MB RAM, 16X or greater CDROM, 15" or greater monitor, mouse, comfortable keyboard, 2GB+ of hard drive space. The most basic computer required would be a Pentium 233MMX, with sound, 32MB RAM, CDROM, with a modem, monitor, mouse and keyboard.

Expectation #5: Students will be responsible citizens of the Internet.

Students and parents/guardians must agree to abide by the following as users and citizens of the Internet ("netizens"):

1. I recognize and accept the responsibility for my actions and conduct on the Internet.
2. I will not participate in any type of inappropriate behavior while online. Inappropriate behavior includes, but is not limited to, accessing, viewing and/or distributing vulgar or demeaning language, images and/or audio, hacking, damaging and/or altering software, data and/or hardware so as to harm and/or inconvenience others.
3. I will be courteous and respectful of property (including, but not limited to, data, programs and/or information) and people on the Internet.
4. Sequoia Choice computer and Internet resources will not be used for commercial purposes without prior written consent of Sequoia Choice Governing Board.
5. Use of the Internet and computers of Sequoia Choice is a privilege, not a right. Abuse and/or misuse of that privilege may result in loss of that privilege and/or other academic and/or disciplinary action.
6. Parents and students recognize that Sequoia Choice School can do nothing about and is not responsible for filtering incoming Internet e-mail nor the content of chat groups or news groups. We suggest that parents monitor computer use carefully.

Expectation #6: Parents/Guardians realize that upon student enrollment, they become active participants in a "technology assisted" educational program sponsored by Sequoia Choice and chartered by the State of Arizona.

1. Parents/Guardians work closely with teachers in developing an individual instruction plan, which includes a variety of educational opportunities and experiences assisted by technology.
2. Students whose parents/guardians fail to communicate or responsibly work with teachers and staff for the benefit of their student(s) may be withdrawn from the program. Parents and students should check the school site and their email daily.
3. Upon withdrawal or termination from the program, parents/guardians agree to return all school materials within two weeks. No transcripts or school records will be sent to other schools until materials are returned and attendance records are current within the enrollment period.
4. Parents/Guardians are responsible for ensuring that they are connected to the Internet. If an Internet connection is down, it is the parent's/guardian's responsibility to contact the school to inform us. the student's computer is expected to be online again as rapidly as possible.

Expectation #7: Parents/Guardians will monitor attendance.

Educational hours are tracked in the categories set forth in the Arizona State Standards. Failure to submit attendance on a weekly basis may result in probation, which may lead to withdrawal of the student. Transcripts and grades will not be issued if attendance is not current. Attendance may be submitted through the Internet, fax, mail, or a parent may phone in. (Please use 480-461-3200) Fulltime students need to log the following educational hours:

Grades 7-8 = 30 hours per week
Grades 9-12 = 25 hours per week

Parent is legally responsible for attendance and reporting it. - you may call 480-461-3200 to do so.

Expectation #8: Parents/Guardians will be responsible for student transportation.

Parents must provide transportation to the campus whenever necessary to complete tests and/or all other requirements. These requirements include AIMS testing, Stanford testing, hearing screenings, and placement tests. It may also be necessary to transport your student(s) to participate in optional field trips or activities.

High School Students - Please read this notice carefully:
Sequoia Choice does not discriminate in its enrollment policy. Students applying for enrollment may be tested to determine appropriate placement regardless of age or prior grade level. If it is determined that a student is not ready for high school courses, it will be necessary to give them appropriate curriculum for their level.

I have read this contract of expectations and agree to be subject to its guidelines while participating in any school activities. I further recognize that I will be held responsible for my actions according to this contract and the consequences herein. By typing in my name on the line below I recognize that it constitutes my signature and is legally binding. I also certify that I have educational rights for the student I am enrolling. PARENT/GUARDIAN'S NAME (This will serve as a signature)

STUDENT'S NAME (This will serve as a signature)