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San Diego Jewish Academy Parent / Student Handbook 2011-2012
The policies, procedures, and information in the SDJA Student/Parent Handbook is subject to change at any time. Nothing in this handbook should be construed as limiting San Diego Jewish Academy from implementing needed changes during the course of any given year or from one year to the next. This handbook does not constitute a contractual agreement between San Diego Jewish Academy and any student, parent or family.
Mission Statement
Accreditation
School Governance
Board Roles and Responsibilities
  • Executive Director
  • Golda Meir Lower School and Maimonides Upper School Principals
  • Director of Jewish Life and Programs
  • Director of Finance and Operations
  • Director of School Advancement
  • Director of Admissions
  • Director of Marketing
School Hours
Class Hours
School Scheduled Early Dismissals
Lower School Arrival and Dismissal
Kayefet After School Care Program
Parking Lot Procedures
Lower School Parking Lot Procedures
Lower School Drop of and Pick-Up
Upper School Drop Off and Pick-Up
Early Dismissals per Parent Request
Attendance
Excused Absences
Unexcused Absences
Extended Absences
Absences Due to a Family Vacation
Study Abroad
Tardy Policy (K-5)
Tardy Policy (6-12)
Lunch Program
Academic Program
Testing
Students with Special Needs
Curriculum
Homework(Grades K-12)
Homework Requests
Upper School Add/Drop Policy (Grades K-12)
Absence/Incomplete
Submitting Late Work
Upper School Final Make-Up Policy (Grades 6-12)
Upper School Graduation Requirements
  • Maimonides Diploma Bronze
  • Maimonides Diploma Silver
  • Maimonides Diploma Gold
GPA Recognition Levels (Grades 6-12)
Tikkun Olam Requirements
  • Middle School
  • Upper School
Tikkun Olam Recognition Levels (Grades 6-12)
AP Testing
Senior Expectations
Seniors Not Traveling to Israel
Graduation Eligibility
Graduation Ceremony Participation
Physical Education (Grades 6-12)
Transcripts
Change in Student Enrollment Status
Report Cards and Parent/Teacher Conferences
  • Lower School
  • Upper School
Student Placement
Lower School Guidance Counselor
Textbooks
  • Lower School
  • Upper School
Field Trips and Overnights
Resolution of Concerns
Principles of Good Practice for Parents
Classroom Visitation
Library
Library Hours
Library Rules
Circulation
Overdue Books
Computer Use in Library
School Religious Policies
  • Lower School
  • Lower and Upper School
Kashrut Policy
SDJA Kitchens
Birthday Celebrations
  • Lower School
Selected Approved Food Vendors
Acceptable Certifications
Approved Candies and Snacks
Hebrew Instruction Policy-New Students
  • Lower School
  • Upper School
Derekh Eretz
Tikkun Olam
Tefillah
Lower School Dress Code (K-5)
  • Kippot
  • Girls
  • Outerwear
  • Shabbat, Special Events and Field Trips
  • SDJA Logo
  • Physical Education Dress Code
Lower School Dress Code Violations
Upper School Dress Code
  • Daily Attire
  • Body Piercing and Tattoos
Middle and Upper School Dress Code Violations
Upper School Detention Policy
Lower School Discipline Policy
Lower School Behavior Rules and Courtesies
Campus Rules and Courtesies
Fighting
Upper School Discipline Policy
The Ten Principles
  • Menschlichkeit
  • Accountability
  • Character
  • Citizenship
  • Compassion
  • Environmental Consciousness
  • Honesty
  • Responsibility
  • Wellness
  • Kavanah
Consequences for Violating the Ten Principals
  • Possession and or Under the Influence of Alcohol
  • Stealing
  • Vandalism
  • Possession/Use of Tobacco
  • Any Weapon or Explosive Not Listed
  • Defiance of School Authority
  • Academic Dishonesty
  • Violations of the Dress Code
  • Cutting Class or Leaving School without Permission
  • All other offenses
Fire and Earthquake Drills
Accidents/Illnesses/Medications
School Nurse
Transportation Services
Transportation Rules and Regulations
  • While Riding the Bus
  • At the Bus Stop
  • School Bus Danger Zones
  • School Bus Loading
  • School Bus Unloading
  • School Bus Red Light Crossing
  • Discipline Policy (Transportation)
  • General Items
2010-11 Transportation Routes
Recycling Initiative
Internet Policy
Rules and Codes of Ethics for Computer Use
Social Media Policy
Map of Campus
Fundraising
Annual Gifts
Capital Gifts
Legacy Gifts
Parent Teacher Organization
PTO Store
Levana’s Garden
Admissions Parent Ambassadors
Athletic Booster Club
Music Booster Club
Zikaron V’Tikvah
Healthy Habits Committee
Alumni Association

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