ACADEMICS
Daily Schedules
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MASTER SCHEDULE
8:00 - 8:10 Home Room 8:12 - 9:12 First Period 9:14 - 10:14 Second Period 10:14 - 10:21 High School Break 10:23 - 11:25 Third Period 11:27 - 12:30 Fourth Period 11:40 - 12:15 Grammar School Lunch 12:25 - 12:55 High School Lunch 12:57 - 2:00 Fifth Period 2:02 - 3:05 Sixth Period HALF DAY SCHEDULE 7:50 - 8:12 Home Room 8:12 - 8:47 First Period 8:47 -9:22 Second Period 9:57 - 10:30 Fourth Period 10:30 - 11:00 Fifth Period 11:00 - 11:30 Sixth Period |
EXAM SCHEDULE
Day 1 (First & Second Period Exams) 8:00 - 8:15 Home Room 8:15 - 9:45 Exam 1 9:45 - 10:00 Break 10:00 - 11:30 Exam 2 Day 2 (Third & Fourth Period Exams) 8:00 - 8:15 Home Room 8:15 - 9:45 Exam 3 9:45 - 10:00 Break 10:00 - 11:30 Exam 4 Day 3 (Fifth & Sixth Period Exams) 8:00 - 8:15 Home Room 8:15 - 9:45 Exam 5 9:45 - 10:00 Break 10:00 - 11:30 Exam 6 |
Grading System
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Grade Scale
A: 90 - 100 B: 80 - 89 C: 70 - 79 D: 60 - 69 F: 0 - 59 A/B Honor Roll A student must receive all A's and/or B's. Headmaster's List A student must receive all A's. |
Grade Point Average (GPA)
A quality point system is used to determine grade point averages (GPA). Grades earned in all academic courses are used to determine GPA's. Advanced placement (AP) courses are computed on a 5.0 scale. Honors (H) courses are computed on a 4.5 scale. College prep (CP) courses are computed on a 4.0 scale. |
Level I Course
(College Prep) A : 4.0 B+ : 3.5 B : 3.0 C+ : 2.5 C : 2.0 D+ : 1.5 D : 1.0 F : 0 |
Level II Course
(AP & Honors) A : 4.5 B+ : 4.0 B : 3.5 C+ : 3.0 C : 2.5 D+ : 2.0 D : 1.5 F : 0 |
Please click the link below to view and print a copy of the grading scale.
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Academic Courses
MATH
Algebra I, Algebra II*, Algebra III/Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus*, Geometry, Accounting
ENGLISH & COMPOSITION
English I, English II, English III, English IV, Composition, English Literature
HISTORY
Geography, World History, U.S. History, American Government/Economics
SCIENCE
Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry*, Environmental Science
FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Spanish I*, Spanish II*, Spanish III*
COMPUTER
Computer I, Computer II
ARTS & HUMANITIES
Humanities
*Courses are required for College Prep Curriculum
DUAL CREDIT COURES
The Board of Directors encourages students, who qualify, to take college courses for units of credit. Courses may be offered through distance learning and cooperative agreements with the University of South Carolina at Salkehatchie. A college credit course/dual credit course will qualify as a “weighted course” and factored in to determine “Honors.”
A three-semester hour college course shall transfer as one unit unless otherwise designated by the State College or University. The numerical grade earned will translate as equal value in Andrew Jackson grading system.
To qualify to take college credit/dual credit courses, students in grades 10-12 must do the following:
1. Parental permission is required for students to sign up for dual credit course.
2. Students must have a 3.0 GPA.
3. Receive permission from the teacher who teaches that subject/subject area and Head of School.
4. Top two ranked students in Grade 9 that meet all the above criteria will be eligible for dual classes.
Students will be limited to two subjects per semester. If students take two courses there is no charge to the student. If the student elects to only take one course, there is a fee to the college. This is in addition to Andrew Jackson Academy’s tuition.
Dual credit students will stay with their class during the day. They will sit in the back of the class and do their college work.
Appeals to the qualification requirements can be made to a “special appeals” committee. This committee will be a “standing” committee consisting of two teachers appointed by the Head of School and the Head of School. The decision of the committee will be final.
Algebra I, Algebra II*, Algebra III/Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus*, Geometry, Accounting
ENGLISH & COMPOSITION
English I, English II, English III, English IV, Composition, English Literature
HISTORY
Geography, World History, U.S. History, American Government/Economics
SCIENCE
Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry*, Environmental Science
FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Spanish I*, Spanish II*, Spanish III*
COMPUTER
Computer I, Computer II
ARTS & HUMANITIES
Humanities
*Courses are required for College Prep Curriculum
DUAL CREDIT COURES
The Board of Directors encourages students, who qualify, to take college courses for units of credit. Courses may be offered through distance learning and cooperative agreements with the University of South Carolina at Salkehatchie. A college credit course/dual credit course will qualify as a “weighted course” and factored in to determine “Honors.”
A three-semester hour college course shall transfer as one unit unless otherwise designated by the State College or University. The numerical grade earned will translate as equal value in Andrew Jackson grading system.
To qualify to take college credit/dual credit courses, students in grades 10-12 must do the following:
1. Parental permission is required for students to sign up for dual credit course.
2. Students must have a 3.0 GPA.
3. Receive permission from the teacher who teaches that subject/subject area and Head of School.
4. Top two ranked students in Grade 9 that meet all the above criteria will be eligible for dual classes.
Students will be limited to two subjects per semester. If students take two courses there is no charge to the student. If the student elects to only take one course, there is a fee to the college. This is in addition to Andrew Jackson Academy’s tuition.
Dual credit students will stay with their class during the day. They will sit in the back of the class and do their college work.
Appeals to the qualification requirements can be made to a “special appeals” committee. This committee will be a “standing” committee consisting of two teachers appointed by the Head of School and the Head of School. The decision of the committee will be final.
Course of Study
COLLEGE PREPARATORY CURRICULUM
English (English I, English II, English III, English IV, Composition, English Literature) (6 Credits)
Math (Algebra I, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, Geometry) (4 Credits)
Science (Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics) (4 Credits)
History (U.S. History, World History, American Government and Economics) (3 Credits)
Foreign Language (Spanish I, Spanish II, Spanish III) (3 Credits)
Computers (Computer I, Computer II) (2 Credits)
Electives (1 Credit)
Physical Education (1 Credit)
TOTAL (24 Credits)
*Biology, Chemistry and Physics are required by State supported colleges and universities.
GENERAL CURRICULUM
English (English I, English II, English III, English IV, Composition, English Literature) (6 Credits)
Math (Math I, Business Math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I) (4 Credits)
Science (Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry or Physics) (3 Credits)
History (Geography, U.S. History, World History, American Government and Economics) (4 Credits)
Computers (Computer I, Computer II) (2 Credits)
Electives (4 Credits)
Physical Education (1 Credit)
TOTAL (24 Credits)
Two units of the same foreign language may be substituted for two of the following three units: One unit of Science, one unit of mathematics or one unit of social studies.
English (English I, English II, English III, English IV, Composition, English Literature) (6 Credits)
Math (Algebra I, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, Geometry) (4 Credits)
Science (Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics) (4 Credits)
History (U.S. History, World History, American Government and Economics) (3 Credits)
Foreign Language (Spanish I, Spanish II, Spanish III) (3 Credits)
Computers (Computer I, Computer II) (2 Credits)
Electives (1 Credit)
Physical Education (1 Credit)
TOTAL (24 Credits)
*Biology, Chemistry and Physics are required by State supported colleges and universities.
GENERAL CURRICULUM
English (English I, English II, English III, English IV, Composition, English Literature) (6 Credits)
Math (Math I, Business Math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I) (4 Credits)
Science (Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry or Physics) (3 Credits)
History (Geography, U.S. History, World History, American Government and Economics) (4 Credits)
Computers (Computer I, Computer II) (2 Credits)
Electives (4 Credits)
Physical Education (1 Credit)
TOTAL (24 Credits)
Two units of the same foreign language may be substituted for two of the following three units: One unit of Science, one unit of mathematics or one unit of social studies.
Academic Policies & Procedures
KINDERGARTEN REQUIREMENTS
September 1st is still the cutoff date for students entering Kindergarten. A 30-day grace period will be allowed. If a child becomes 4 or 5 within that period of 30 days, parents and the child may meet with the kindergarten teacher. If the teacher finds the child ready to enter kindergarten, the teacher will report to the headmaster, and the headmaster and Board will make final decision.
COURSE LOAD REQUIREMENTS
Because Andrew Jackson Academy offers a variety of valuable electives that will be of permanent value to the student, students in grades 9 through 12 will be expected to take at least six courses each academic year.
DROP/ADD POLICY
Students will be given one week from the beginning date to add and/or drop a course. The approval of the teacher and the headmaster are required to add a course or drop a course.
PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES
Parent-teacher conferences are encouraged. Parents and teachers are asked to request these conferences after school hours. Arrangements should be made at least one day in advance. If a parent wishes to meet with the Board of Directors, he/she must present a written statement to the Headmaster or Board Chairman. If approved by the board, the parent will be allowed to speak at the next month's meeting or in a timely manner after the board's review of the request.
TUTORING
Conscientious students who want extra help may request special instruction after school. The request must be made in advance. Teachers want to give extra help to a student who assistance; however no teacher is expected to stay and give extra help to a student who is inattentive, does not bring his homework to class, or who wastes his regular school time. Parents are responsible for transportation for students who stay after school.
GRADING AND PROCEDURAL POLICY FOR STUDENTS WITH IDENTIFIED LEARNING DISORDERS
Two weeks prior to each grading period, teachers must notify the administration of the names of students with identified learning disorders who are in danger of failing their classes.
An Academic Review Committee consisting of the referring teacher, a teacher of the approximate grade level, the headmaster and a school board member, selected by the Board Chairman, will review the students' records and make recommendations which provide students the opportunity for additional assignments appropriate for their learning disorders.
The Academic Review Committee will make the appropriate assignment and return it to the referring teacher no later than two weeks after the grading period. Until a grade is issued, the students will receive an incomplete. This policy approximates the Federal Law (P.L. 94-142), which is used in the public schools to identify learning problems, design appropriate learning activities (I.E.P. - Individualized Education Plan), and to evaluate progress of those with identified learning disorders.
TESTING
All students are tested during the school year with a variety of recognized tests to determine their academic achievement, aptitude, and for the purpose of guidance counseling. All upper school students (Grades 7-11) must take first semester exams. Any student having a 90 average or above in a course the second semester may be allowed to exempt the final exam at the discretion of the teacher. Students who receive more than 9 tardies or 12 absences will loose this privilege. Attendance during exams is important. Students will be allowed to make up an exam only in cases of documented illness, death in the family, or prior approval by the headmaster.
REQUIREMENTS FOR PROMOTION (Grades: K - 8)
In the case of students who fail one or more subjects, promotion from grades 1 through 8 will be determined by satisfactory summer instruction and Academy testing. Summer instruction must be suitable in length and scope to the satisfaction of the Headmaster and Board Members of Andrew Jackson Academy. Since reading, mathematics and English form the core around which knowledge is formed, these three essential courses must be passed to enable students to pass his/her grade.
REQUIREMENTS FOR PROMOTION AND GRADUATION (Grades: 9 - 12)
A student in Grades 9 through 12, in order to be promoted to a higher grade, must have the following academic units at the end of the year.
Freshman to Sophomore
1 English, 1 Math : 7 Credits
Sophomore to Junior
2 English, 2 Math : 12 Credits
Junior to Senior
3 English, 2 Math : 18 Credits
Graduation
4 English, 3 Math : 24 Credits
REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION
All students must complete at total of 24 Credits to graduate and receive a diploma. Early graduation will be allowed if all requirements are met. The student may not march but will be certified as having completed the requirements for graduation. A senior who has not passed all required courses will be eligible to march in Baccalaureate and Graduation, but his or her name will be listed on the program with an asterisk to denote that a certificate will be issued instead of a diploma. A senior will not march in graduation or participate in the baccalaureate if all tuition and the debts or fees are not paid.
HONORS
Marshals for Senior Graduation shall be chosen from the Junior Class. To obtain the honor of being a marshal, one must complete four semesters of schooling at Andrew Jackson Academy by the end of the Junior Year. The four students having the highest GPA will be chosen as marshals.
Senior Class Valedictorian, Salutatorian, and all honor graduates shall be determined by the Administration at the end of the third nine-weeks. Only for final transcripts will the fourth nine-week grades be used. All grades will be transcribed into permanent folders when new students transfer into the Academy.
To be eligible for Valedictorian or Salutatorian honors at Andrew Jackson Academy, a student must attend four complete and consecutive semesters at Andrew Jackson Academy (Junior and Senior Year). All other honors require two complete semesters at Andrew Jackson Academy.
To be a Senior Honor Student requires a 3.25 accumulative average.
Beta Club members and Student Council Officers must participate in all projects to remain eligible.
PERMANENT RECORDS
A cumulative permanent record, including standardized test scores, or each student's progress and behavior is kept on file in the Andrew Jackson Academy office. Parents are welcome to discuss such records with the Headmaster. Recent Federal Legislation prohibits us from releasing any information kept on file without the parent's or students's (after he becomes 18 years old) written consent. Parents transferring students from Andrew Jackson Academy to other schools or requesting that records be sent to colleges, scholarship committees, or elsewhere must accompany each request for transfer of records. Unless specifically requested, it is not customary for schools to transfer records pertaining to discipline. However, a waiver must be signed in the office for permission to do so. All records will be held if accounts are not paid up to date.
September 1st is still the cutoff date for students entering Kindergarten. A 30-day grace period will be allowed. If a child becomes 4 or 5 within that period of 30 days, parents and the child may meet with the kindergarten teacher. If the teacher finds the child ready to enter kindergarten, the teacher will report to the headmaster, and the headmaster and Board will make final decision.
COURSE LOAD REQUIREMENTS
Because Andrew Jackson Academy offers a variety of valuable electives that will be of permanent value to the student, students in grades 9 through 12 will be expected to take at least six courses each academic year.
DROP/ADD POLICY
Students will be given one week from the beginning date to add and/or drop a course. The approval of the teacher and the headmaster are required to add a course or drop a course.
PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES
Parent-teacher conferences are encouraged. Parents and teachers are asked to request these conferences after school hours. Arrangements should be made at least one day in advance. If a parent wishes to meet with the Board of Directors, he/she must present a written statement to the Headmaster or Board Chairman. If approved by the board, the parent will be allowed to speak at the next month's meeting or in a timely manner after the board's review of the request.
TUTORING
Conscientious students who want extra help may request special instruction after school. The request must be made in advance. Teachers want to give extra help to a student who assistance; however no teacher is expected to stay and give extra help to a student who is inattentive, does not bring his homework to class, or who wastes his regular school time. Parents are responsible for transportation for students who stay after school.
GRADING AND PROCEDURAL POLICY FOR STUDENTS WITH IDENTIFIED LEARNING DISORDERS
Two weeks prior to each grading period, teachers must notify the administration of the names of students with identified learning disorders who are in danger of failing their classes.
An Academic Review Committee consisting of the referring teacher, a teacher of the approximate grade level, the headmaster and a school board member, selected by the Board Chairman, will review the students' records and make recommendations which provide students the opportunity for additional assignments appropriate for their learning disorders.
The Academic Review Committee will make the appropriate assignment and return it to the referring teacher no later than two weeks after the grading period. Until a grade is issued, the students will receive an incomplete. This policy approximates the Federal Law (P.L. 94-142), which is used in the public schools to identify learning problems, design appropriate learning activities (I.E.P. - Individualized Education Plan), and to evaluate progress of those with identified learning disorders.
TESTING
All students are tested during the school year with a variety of recognized tests to determine their academic achievement, aptitude, and for the purpose of guidance counseling. All upper school students (Grades 7-11) must take first semester exams. Any student having a 90 average or above in a course the second semester may be allowed to exempt the final exam at the discretion of the teacher. Students who receive more than 9 tardies or 12 absences will loose this privilege. Attendance during exams is important. Students will be allowed to make up an exam only in cases of documented illness, death in the family, or prior approval by the headmaster.
REQUIREMENTS FOR PROMOTION (Grades: K - 8)
In the case of students who fail one or more subjects, promotion from grades 1 through 8 will be determined by satisfactory summer instruction and Academy testing. Summer instruction must be suitable in length and scope to the satisfaction of the Headmaster and Board Members of Andrew Jackson Academy. Since reading, mathematics and English form the core around which knowledge is formed, these three essential courses must be passed to enable students to pass his/her grade.
REQUIREMENTS FOR PROMOTION AND GRADUATION (Grades: 9 - 12)
A student in Grades 9 through 12, in order to be promoted to a higher grade, must have the following academic units at the end of the year.
Freshman to Sophomore
1 English, 1 Math : 7 Credits
Sophomore to Junior
2 English, 2 Math : 12 Credits
Junior to Senior
3 English, 2 Math : 18 Credits
Graduation
4 English, 3 Math : 24 Credits
REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION
All students must complete at total of 24 Credits to graduate and receive a diploma. Early graduation will be allowed if all requirements are met. The student may not march but will be certified as having completed the requirements for graduation. A senior who has not passed all required courses will be eligible to march in Baccalaureate and Graduation, but his or her name will be listed on the program with an asterisk to denote that a certificate will be issued instead of a diploma. A senior will not march in graduation or participate in the baccalaureate if all tuition and the debts or fees are not paid.
HONORS
Marshals for Senior Graduation shall be chosen from the Junior Class. To obtain the honor of being a marshal, one must complete four semesters of schooling at Andrew Jackson Academy by the end of the Junior Year. The four students having the highest GPA will be chosen as marshals.
Senior Class Valedictorian, Salutatorian, and all honor graduates shall be determined by the Administration at the end of the third nine-weeks. Only for final transcripts will the fourth nine-week grades be used. All grades will be transcribed into permanent folders when new students transfer into the Academy.
To be eligible for Valedictorian or Salutatorian honors at Andrew Jackson Academy, a student must attend four complete and consecutive semesters at Andrew Jackson Academy (Junior and Senior Year). All other honors require two complete semesters at Andrew Jackson Academy.
To be a Senior Honor Student requires a 3.25 accumulative average.
Beta Club members and Student Council Officers must participate in all projects to remain eligible.
PERMANENT RECORDS
A cumulative permanent record, including standardized test scores, or each student's progress and behavior is kept on file in the Andrew Jackson Academy office. Parents are welcome to discuss such records with the Headmaster. Recent Federal Legislation prohibits us from releasing any information kept on file without the parent's or students's (after he becomes 18 years old) written consent. Parents transferring students from Andrew Jackson Academy to other schools or requesting that records be sent to colleges, scholarship committees, or elsewhere must accompany each request for transfer of records. Unless specifically requested, it is not customary for schools to transfer records pertaining to discipline. However, a waiver must be signed in the office for permission to do so. All records will be held if accounts are not paid up to date.
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