Simpson Academy for Young

Women
1321 S. Paulina, Chicago, Illinois 60608

Marisa Velasquez
Candace K. Almore
Debra Crawford

Principal
Assistant Principal
Dean of Students

2014-2015 Simpson Agenda

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Semester 1 Class Schedule

Period

Class/Teacher

Room

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

Semester 2 Class Schedule

Period
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

Class/Teacher

Room

Simpson Mission Statement

Simpson Academy for Young Women mission is to prepare, educate and empower teen
mothers.
Simpson Vision Statement

Simpson Bell Schedules 2014-2015

Regular Bell Schedule
(M, T, W, TH)

Simpson Grading Scale

Period 1

8:00-8:51

90-100

Period 2

8:55-9:46

80-89

Period 3

9:50-10:41

70-79

Period 4

10:45-11:36

60-69

Period 5

11:40-12:31

0-59

Period 6

12:35-1:26

Period 7

1:30-2:21

Period 8

2:25-3:16

Friday Bell Schedule

Period 1
Period 2

8:00-8:44
8:48-9:32

Period 3

9:36-10:20

Mentorship

10:24-10:34

Period 4

10:38-11:22

Period 5

11:26-12:10

Period 6

12:14-12:53

Period 7

1:02-1:46

Period 8

1:50-2:34

Simpson Dress Code

All students must be in Simpson Dress Code. The school reserves the right to determine
the appropriateness of student attire. If you are out of dress code, you will be directed to
room 117 to acquire appropriate school attire for the day. Some sort of collateral will be
requested to secure this clothing. Clothing must be turned in after the bell rings at the end
of the day in room 117. The Simpson Dress Code is as follows:
Preferred
Simpson Polo Shirt
Simpson T-Shirt
Other Simpson Attire
Required
Appropriate clothing including:
o Pants, solid-color leggings, knee length shorts, knee- or ankle-length
dresses
o Full-coverage tops
Prohibited
Hats, jackets, hoodies of non-Simpson attire
Scarves, sleep bonnets
Inappropriate or offensive language
Ripped jeans
Flip flops or open- toed sandals
Any clothing that reveals cleavage, midriff, leg above the knee
Any clothing that reveals undergarments
Cold Weather Dress
Hats, scarves, gloves, and other winter attire are not to be worn in the building and must
be stored in a locker. Simpson is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Simpson ID Cards
Students and staff members must wear Simpson issued photo ID cards to ensure the
safety of all students and to prevent trespassers from entering the building. This rule will
be strictly enforced.
The ID card is necessary to enter the building, enter classrooms, check out library
materials, enter the lunch line, and participate in extra-curricular activities.
Students entering the building without an ID card (lost, stolen, forgotten) will be given the
option of purchasing a new one for $10 or purchasing a temporary ID card for $1.
Students are to present their ID cards to any staff member upon request. Failure to do so
is an act of insubordination. Students will be subject to disciplinary action for using
someone elses ID card.

Simpson Graduation Requirements/CPS

24 course credits are required for graduation
1 credit represents a years successful work in a subject
0.5 credits equals a semester passed
Subjects

Credits

English I, II, III, IV

Math

Science

Social Science

Fine Arts

World Language

Physical Education**
Career to Education/ROTC/
Advanced Academic Options

Electives

Consumer Education

Pass

Public Law

Pass

PSAE/ACT

Junior Year

Drivers Education

Pass

Total of 24 Credits and 40 Service Learning Hours are required for graduation
** This includes 1 semester of Health required freshman year
Grade Promotion

Freshman Sophomore

5-7 credits necessary

Sophomore Junior

11-14 credits necessary

Junior Senior

17-21 credits necessary

Attendance Policies and Procedures

Daily attendance is mandatory. There are severe consequences for truancy, tardiness, and
cuts. Students are expected to attend every class every day because good attendance is

necessary for academic success. Missing any classes without cause is considered truancy
and subject to disciplinary action. Parents/Guardians are contacted for every absence.
Excused Absences
Upon returning to school, the student is to bring a note signed by either parent or legal
guardian stating the students full name, date, and specific reason for absence. The school
will determine the validity of the absence. The student is responsible for arranging make
up work with their teacher. The only valid causes for absences are the following:
Extreme Illness
Observance of Religious Holiday
Death in the immediate family
Family emergency
WIC Appointments with documentation
Doctors appointments with documentation
Other situations will be handled on a case by case basis
Extended Absences
An extended absence of more than three days requires parents to notify the counselor.
Documentation supporting need for absence is required.
Early Dismissal
Students must be picked up by a parent or legal guardian if an early dismissal is required.
Students cannot be released on their own. If you are 18 or older, permission from a parent
or guardian is still required.
School Functions
Students participating in school activities must receive permission from their classroom
teachers prior to the event. The class teacher must sign an official field trip/permission slip.
A teacher may refuse to grant permission if the student is not meeting class requirements
at the time of the function. Students must be in Simpson attire in order to participate on a
field trip unless otherwise indicated.
Activities Eligibility
In order to participate in school activities including field trips, school events, sports teams,
clubs, and organizations, students must meet the following requirements :
No more than 2 disciplinary infractions a month
Minimum of 75% monthly attendance
No more than 2 phone/electronic tickets (cell phone, iPods) in a month
No more than 1 unserved detention
No more than 1 failing grade
Students who are ineligible to participate in school activities will report to their regular
classes.

Contact Information
Students and parents are required to keep the school informed of any change in name,
address, or phone number throughout the school year. An emergency contact is required
for each student in case of emergency.
Discipline Code
Simpson follows the Chicago Public School systems Code of Conduct. Each Simpson
student receives a copy of the Code of Conduct. Please see document if you have
questions or concerns.
Respect of Property
Vandalizing, marking, or theft of school or personal property will result in arrest and severe
disciplinary action pursuant to Chicago Public School policy. Students are not allowed to
have any of the following in school: permanent or semi-permanent markers, spray paint,
liquid paper, or related items. Anyone defacing property will automatically be required to
pay for the clean up and restoration of the defaced property.
Electronics
Students are forbidden to use the following during class periods: cell phones, CD players,
MP3 players or iPods, gaming systems, or any related items. If any of the above
electronics are seen during class periods, students will receive an Electronics Ticket
resulting in a one-day ban. Any student receiving three Electronic Tickets within a week
will be issued a one-week electronics ban.
If a student is placed on a one-week ban due to policy violation, a parent/legal guardian
will be required to pick up the electronic item at the end of the week. Simpson is not
responsible for any loss or damage of any personal electronic equipment.
Student Lunchroom Expectations
1. Simpson has a closed campus. Students are not permitted to exit the building at
any time during the school day.
2. All tables, chairs and surrounding areas must be left clean.
3. Students are not permitted to leave the lunchroom for any reason, unless a pass
has been issued.
4. Students are not allowed to sit on the lunch tables.
5. All food must be eaten in the lunchroom.
Simpson High School Health Center
Rush Health Center at Simpson provides primary care, dental and mental health services
at no cost to Simpson students. When missing a class due to a scheduled clinic
appointment, students are required to notify the classroom teacher with an appointment
slip prior to their appointment. Without an appointment, students will only be permitted to
go to the clinic in case of true medical emergency.

Call (773) 534-7812, extension 4-7202 or stop by the health clinic to schedule your
mandatory school physicals, immunizations, or dental appointments. The health center
also provides preventive health care education, treatment of acute health problems, initial
emergency treatment of injuries or illness, referral and linkage to other appropriate
resources.

Community Partnerships

RUSH University Hospital

Salvation Army
Chicago Childcare Society
Advocates for Adolescent Mothers
Literature for All of Us
The Posse Foundations
Alternatives, Inc.
Between Friends
Heartland Human Care Services, Inc.

Marisa Velasquez Principal

Mvelasquez1@cps.edu
773-534-7812
Candace Almore Assistant Principal
Ckalmore@cps.edu
773-534-7812 Ext. 47201
Debra Crawford Dean of Students
Djcrawford@cps.edu
773-534-7812
Counselor