Returning Student FAQ
School Assignment
Q: How do I find out where my child is assigned to attend school in 2012-13?
A: Student assignment strips were distributed to students on May 15th, 2012.
A: Student assignment strips were distributed to students on May 15th, 2012.
Summer School
Q: How do I sign up for summer school?
A: Applications for summer school are available now and the deadline for completed applications to be submitted online is Tuesday, June 26th, 2012. Visit the Student Services section of the web site and click on the “Summer School and Credit Recovery” link. Please read the entire section about summer school before applying. Incomplete applications will not be processed and no late applications will be accepted.
A: Applications for summer school are available now and the deadline for completed applications to be submitted online is Tuesday, June 26th, 2012. Visit the Student Services section of the web site and click on the “Summer School and Credit Recovery” link. Please read the entire section about summer school before applying. Incomplete applications will not be processed and no late applications will be accepted.
Driver’s Ed and Driving Eligibility
Q: How does my student sign up for Driver’s Ed class?
A: Students must complete and return a Driver’s Education Registration form to Student Services, then wait to be contacted by the Driver’s Education program coordinator, Mr. Lovett (Students must be at least 14 ½ years old to participate in class). Submitting a completed driver’s ed form does not guarantee that a student will be selected for summer class; driver’s ed classes fill up fast.
Q: How can my student get a Driver’s Eligibility Certificate?
A: Students earning final passing grades (D or higher) in 3 out of their 4 classes or for year long courses 4 out of 5 courses are eligible for a Driving Eligibility Certificate (DEC). The student or parent may visit the Student Services office to obtain a DEC; complete all the red checked areas; and place completed DECs in the bottom right box of Shelf 4. DEC forms take 2 business days to process and completed DEC forms may be picked up in the gray box on shelf 4 behind the letter tab corresponding with the student's last name. DEC forms expire 30 days from the date at the bottom of the form. Please remember that the office is closed on Fridays so forms dropped off on Thursdays will not be ready for pick up until Tuesday. Students not eligible in June of 2012 may not obtain a DEC until after the first semester of the 2012-13 school year (i.e. January 2013).
Q: I received a letter stating that my child’s driver’s permit/license is being revoked. What can s/he do to get it back?
A: North Carolina law requires students under age 18 to maintain a pass rate of 70% or better in their coursework. Each semester, students’ final grades are reviewed to ensure that they meet this standard (students must pass at least 3 classes if taking 4 semester-long classes and at least 4 classes if taking 5 semester & year-long classes, and at least 5 classes if taking 6 semester & year-long classes). Names of students not meeting the minimum passing percentage will be submitted to Wake County and then to the DMV for permit/license revocation. Students losing their permit/license will be eligible to earn it back based on successful completion of at least 70% of their fall 2012 coursework. Students meeting the stated criteria when first semester report cards are issued at the end of January may complete another Driving Eligibility Certificate form to Student Services for verification of their passing grades. Students do have an opportunity to submit an appeal after they receive the written notification of revocation in the mail. Students should review the accompanying paperwork carefully and submit to the designated address by the deadline listed. This information should not be submitted to Sanderson High School.
Q: How does my student get a driver’s permit? A: To obtain a driver’s permit, your student must be at least 15 years old and bring the following documents to his/her DMV visit:
Be sure to visit http://www.ncdot.org/dmv/ for further information.
A: Students must complete and return a Driver’s Education Registration form to Student Services, then wait to be contacted by the Driver’s Education program coordinator, Mr. Lovett (Students must be at least 14 ½ years old to participate in class). Submitting a completed driver’s ed form does not guarantee that a student will be selected for summer class; driver’s ed classes fill up fast.
Q: How can my student get a Driver’s Eligibility Certificate?
A: Students earning final passing grades (D or higher) in 3 out of their 4 classes or for year long courses 4 out of 5 courses are eligible for a Driving Eligibility Certificate (DEC). The student or parent may visit the Student Services office to obtain a DEC; complete all the red checked areas; and place completed DECs in the bottom right box of Shelf 4. DEC forms take 2 business days to process and completed DEC forms may be picked up in the gray box on shelf 4 behind the letter tab corresponding with the student's last name. DEC forms expire 30 days from the date at the bottom of the form. Please remember that the office is closed on Fridays so forms dropped off on Thursdays will not be ready for pick up until Tuesday. Students not eligible in June of 2012 may not obtain a DEC until after the first semester of the 2012-13 school year (i.e. January 2013).
Q: I received a letter stating that my child’s driver’s permit/license is being revoked. What can s/he do to get it back?
A: North Carolina law requires students under age 18 to maintain a pass rate of 70% or better in their coursework. Each semester, students’ final grades are reviewed to ensure that they meet this standard (students must pass at least 3 classes if taking 4 semester-long classes and at least 4 classes if taking 5 semester & year-long classes, and at least 5 classes if taking 6 semester & year-long classes). Names of students not meeting the minimum passing percentage will be submitted to Wake County and then to the DMV for permit/license revocation. Students losing their permit/license will be eligible to earn it back based on successful completion of at least 70% of their fall 2012 coursework. Students meeting the stated criteria when first semester report cards are issued at the end of January may complete another Driving Eligibility Certificate form to Student Services for verification of their passing grades. Students do have an opportunity to submit an appeal after they receive the written notification of revocation in the mail. Students should review the accompanying paperwork carefully and submit to the designated address by the deadline listed. This information should not be submitted to Sanderson High School.
Q: How does my student get a driver’s permit? A: To obtain a driver’s permit, your student must be at least 15 years old and bring the following documents to his/her DMV visit:
- Driver’s Education Certificate
- Driver’s Eligibility Certificate (DEC) with School Seal (indicating that the student passed 70% or better of his/her coursework from the previous semester)
- Original Birth Certificate
- Proof of Social Security Number (social security card, W-2 form, tax form)
- Parent’s proof of insurance
- Parent’s valid driver’s license
- Proof of residency (i.e.- Student Assignment form, parent’s electric/gas/water bill, current lease)
- $15.00
Be sure to visit http://www.ncdot.org/dmv/ for further information.
SHS Events
Q: How do I sign up for 9th grade orientation?
A: First of all, welcome to Sanderson High School! Freshman students and their parents are invited to visit with representatives from SHS clubs/sports/activities and select SHS administrators, school counselors, and teachers. Students will learn all about what to expect on the first day of school and throughout their freshman year, and how to make the most of their Spartan experience. Parents attend a separate orientation where they'll learn about topics like expectations for student behavior, busing and car-pooling, how Sanderson communicates with you and keeps you informed on your student's academic progress and school activities/events, and lots more. Registration for this event is ONLINE. Please visit: http://studyskills.net/SandersonHS/register.php
Orientation dates are as follows:
Tuesday, July 24- Students with last names A-G & football team members
Wednesday, July 25- Students with last names H-O & marching band members
Thursday, July 26- Students with last names P-Z
Q: When is Open House?
A: The 2012-13 Open House for new and returning students will be held on Wednesday, August 22nd from 8:30am - 10:00am. This event allows new and returning Sanderson students, and family members, to tour the building, walk their schedules and find locations like the cafeteria, media center, gym, auditorium and more. There is no registration for this event, nor is there specific programming scheduled. Visitors are welcome to arrive and depart at their own convenience. Please note that the staff is preparing for the school year and have responsibilities immediately following Open House and are unavailable after 10:00am.
Q: How do I find out about activities and events going on at Sanderson?
A: The Sanderson web site is the best place to learn about activities and events taking place at Sanderson, whether you’re interested in test dates, sporting events, Student Services events, dances, fine arts performances, or student vacation days, etc. Visit the SHS web calendar and click on “Calendars” to see a full listing of each month’s events. The SHS main page hosts information about SHS news and upcoming events, too. Events and information for the 2012-13 school year will be posted throughout the summer so check back often.
A: First of all, welcome to Sanderson High School! Freshman students and their parents are invited to visit with representatives from SHS clubs/sports/activities and select SHS administrators, school counselors, and teachers. Students will learn all about what to expect on the first day of school and throughout their freshman year, and how to make the most of their Spartan experience. Parents attend a separate orientation where they'll learn about topics like expectations for student behavior, busing and car-pooling, how Sanderson communicates with you and keeps you informed on your student's academic progress and school activities/events, and lots more. Registration for this event is ONLINE. Please visit: http://studyskills.net/SandersonHS/register.php
Orientation dates are as follows:
Tuesday, July 24- Students with last names A-G & football team members
Wednesday, July 25- Students with last names H-O & marching band members
Thursday, July 26- Students with last names P-Z
Q: When is Open House?
A: The 2012-13 Open House for new and returning students will be held on Wednesday, August 22nd from 8:30am - 10:00am. This event allows new and returning Sanderson students, and family members, to tour the building, walk their schedules and find locations like the cafeteria, media center, gym, auditorium and more. There is no registration for this event, nor is there specific programming scheduled. Visitors are welcome to arrive and depart at their own convenience. Please note that the staff is preparing for the school year and have responsibilities immediately following Open House and are unavailable after 10:00am.
Q: How do I find out about activities and events going on at Sanderson?
A: The Sanderson web site is the best place to learn about activities and events taking place at Sanderson, whether you’re interested in test dates, sporting events, Student Services events, dances, fine arts performances, or student vacation days, etc. Visit the SHS web calendar and click on “Calendars” to see a full listing of each month’s events. The SHS main page hosts information about SHS news and upcoming events, too. Events and information for the 2012-13 school year will be posted throughout the summer so check back often.
Report Cards
Q: How do I get a copy of my child’s report card?
A: Student final report cards are mailed home the week of June 18th. If you do not receive a report card by June 23rd, you may come to the Student Services office between the hours of 8:00am – 12:00pm & 1:00pm – 4:00pm, Monday – Thursday to ask for a copy. Please remember to bring a valid picture ID with you.
Q: My student’s report card says “not promoted.” What does that mean for him/her?
A: In order for a student to be promoted to the next grade level there are certain criteria that need to be met. Should the student not pass all of the required classes/credits, the student does not earn promotion to the next grade level. This does not mean the student will not take classes intended for the next grade level nor does it necessarily mean your student cannot graduate on time; it means their grade level (9, 10, 11 or 12) will remain the same for the next academic year.
See below for promotion requirements:
9th to 10th grade:
Students must have passed the following courses:
English I, 2 Core courses (Math, Science, Social Studies), 3 electives
*minimum of 6 credits
10th to 11th grade:
Students must have passed the following courses:
English I & II, 1 Math, 1 Science,1 Social Studies, + 2 additional credits
*minimum of 12 credits
11th to 12th grade
Students must have passed the following courses:
English I, II and III, and enough credits to graduate with 26 credits at the end of next school year
Q: I have a question about one of the grades on my student’s report card. How do I submit my question so that it’s reviewed and responded to?
A: Please visit the Forms section of the Student Services web page and locate the “Request for Grade Verification” form. If you have access to email, you may complete the “fill in” form and email that to the designated email address. Or, you can print the PDF file, complete by hand, and mail it in to the school or bring it by in person.
Q: My student didn’t do well on his/her report card. Do you have any resources that we can use to help him/her improve? A: Students can access a variety of free tutorial resources to help them improve their reading, comprehensive, vocabulary, math skills, and more: Wake County Success Series- http://www.wcpss.net/success-series/
Study Island- www.studyisland.com (username will be your student’s NC Wise ID number followed by @SHS and the password will be Spartans.
Know How 2 Go- www.knowhow2go.org
How to Study- www.how-to-study.com
Study Guides & Strategies- www.studyqs.net
Khan Academy- www.khanacademy.org
Math Study Tips from actual students (but applies to all classes)- www.etsu.edu/devstudy/MathStudy.htm
Study Skills for college- www.bmb.psu.edu/courses/psu16/troyan/studyskills/general.htm
Q: What is Sanderson’s grading scale?
A: Sanderson’s grading scale is as follows:
A is 93-100
B is 85-92
C is 77-84
D is 70-76
F is 0-69
A: Student final report cards are mailed home the week of June 18th. If you do not receive a report card by June 23rd, you may come to the Student Services office between the hours of 8:00am – 12:00pm & 1:00pm – 4:00pm, Monday – Thursday to ask for a copy. Please remember to bring a valid picture ID with you.
Q: My student’s report card says “not promoted.” What does that mean for him/her?
A: In order for a student to be promoted to the next grade level there are certain criteria that need to be met. Should the student not pass all of the required classes/credits, the student does not earn promotion to the next grade level. This does not mean the student will not take classes intended for the next grade level nor does it necessarily mean your student cannot graduate on time; it means their grade level (9, 10, 11 or 12) will remain the same for the next academic year.
See below for promotion requirements:
9th to 10th grade:
Students must have passed the following courses:
English I, 2 Core courses (Math, Science, Social Studies), 3 electives
*minimum of 6 credits
10th to 11th grade:
Students must have passed the following courses:
English I & II, 1 Math, 1 Science,1 Social Studies, + 2 additional credits
*minimum of 12 credits
11th to 12th grade
Students must have passed the following courses:
English I, II and III, and enough credits to graduate with 26 credits at the end of next school year
Q: I have a question about one of the grades on my student’s report card. How do I submit my question so that it’s reviewed and responded to?
A: Please visit the Forms section of the Student Services web page and locate the “Request for Grade Verification” form. If you have access to email, you may complete the “fill in” form and email that to the designated email address. Or, you can print the PDF file, complete by hand, and mail it in to the school or bring it by in person.
Q: My student didn’t do well on his/her report card. Do you have any resources that we can use to help him/her improve? A: Students can access a variety of free tutorial resources to help them improve their reading, comprehensive, vocabulary, math skills, and more: Wake County Success Series- http://www.wcpss.net/success-series/
Study Island- www.studyisland.com (username will be your student’s NC Wise ID number followed by @SHS and the password will be Spartans.
Know How 2 Go- www.knowhow2go.org
How to Study- www.how-to-study.com
Study Guides & Strategies- www.studyqs.net
Khan Academy- www.khanacademy.org
Math Study Tips from actual students (but applies to all classes)- www.etsu.edu/devstudy/MathStudy.htm
Study Skills for college- www.bmb.psu.edu/courses/psu16/troyan/studyskills/general.htm
Q: What is Sanderson’s grading scale?
A: Sanderson’s grading scale is as follows:
A is 93-100
B is 85-92
C is 77-84
D is 70-76
F is 0-69
Recent Grads
Q: How can I pick up my diploma?
A: Come to Student Services between the hours of 8:00am – 12:00pm & 1:00pm – 4:00pm, Monday – Thursday with a valid ID. Please note that diplomas are not released unless all fines/fees have been cleared and the student has completed his/her WCPSS graduation intentions survey.
Q: I just graduated. How do I request a transcript for a college/university, a scholarship or employer? A: Please note that a final senior transcript is sent free of charge for all students who requested them at any time during or following their college application process on the CFNC web site (www.cfnc.org ). A final senior transcript is sent free of charge to out of state colleges/universities if designated on the student’s WCPSS graduation intention survey. A final senior transcript is also sent free of charge to the NCAA Clearinghouse if designated on the student’s graduation intention survey.
If you need an additional transcript, please note the following: if the college/university is in-state, you request a FREE transcript using the CFNC Transcript Manager feature of their web site (www.cfnc.org). If the college/university is out-of-state, or if you need a transcript for a scholarship or employer, you will need to visit www.wcpss.net/transcripts/ and complete the online request.
A: Come to Student Services between the hours of 8:00am – 12:00pm & 1:00pm – 4:00pm, Monday – Thursday with a valid ID. Please note that diplomas are not released unless all fines/fees have been cleared and the student has completed his/her WCPSS graduation intentions survey.
Q: I just graduated. How do I request a transcript for a college/university, a scholarship or employer? A: Please note that a final senior transcript is sent free of charge for all students who requested them at any time during or following their college application process on the CFNC web site (www.cfnc.org ). A final senior transcript is sent free of charge to out of state colleges/universities if designated on the student’s WCPSS graduation intention survey. A final senior transcript is also sent free of charge to the NCAA Clearinghouse if designated on the student’s graduation intention survey.
If you need an additional transcript, please note the following: if the college/university is in-state, you request a FREE transcript using the CFNC Transcript Manager feature of their web site (www.cfnc.org). If the college/university is out-of-state, or if you need a transcript for a scholarship or employer, you will need to visit www.wcpss.net/transcripts/ and complete the online request.
General Info
Q: When can I expect to receive my student's schedule for the 2012-13 school year?
A: For all current students and newly enrolled students, schedules will be mailed the week of August 13th. Students enrolling after this time will receive their school schedule in the mail shortly after the enrollment has been completely processed. Students enrolling closer to the start of the school year will not receive schedules in the mail.
Remember that schedules are subject to change based on the availability of school resources and staffing; the student’s actual fall 2012 schedule will be distributed on the first day of class in homeroom.
Q: How can I change my schedule?
A: Students had a two week period in March to research their course offerings, talk with parents, teachers and school counselors about their choices, and register for classes. Students also had an additional week in May to review their 2012-13 course selections and make any desired changes. Students will not have additional opportunities to change their 2012-13 class schedules.
Q: I moved recently, how do I update my address/contact information?
A: Come to Student Services between the hours of 8:00am – 12:00pm & 1:00pm – 4:00pm, Monday - Thursday with a current electric, gas, or water bill or new lease, signed within the past 45 days and complete a change of address form. Please remember to bring a valid picture ID.
Q: My student is transferring to another school for the upcoming school year. How do I get a copy of my student’s records for the new school?
A: With your written permission the new school will request the student’s official records from Sanderson (keep in mind that in this instance, email is not an acceptable form of written permission). If you would like an unofficial transcript, you can come to Student Services between the hours of 8:00am – 12:00pm & 1:00pm – 4:00pm, Monday – Thursday to complete a transcript request form. Remember to bring a valid picture ID with you.
Q: I’d like to get in touch with my teacher from this semester. How can I do that?
A: Sanderson teachers work on a 10-month calendar, so he/she may not be available during the summer. To find the email addresses of a faculty member, visit http://sandersonhs.wcpss.net/gen_info/staff.php. If you have questions regarding a grade from a particular class, download/complete the Request for Grade Verification form on the Forms page under the Student Services section and submit the completed form as directed.
Q: My student would like to apply for a Sanderson parking pass for 2012-13. How does s/he do that?
A: Please visit the SHS web site “Forms” page, housed under the Student Services department. Read the entire document entitled “WCPSS & SHS Parking Regulations.”Then, print and complete the “SHS Parking Permit Application” for 2012-13 (applications should be available online near the end of June). Be sure to read each item carefully, paying close attention to dates/deadlines, and list of required paperwork that must accompany your application when you return it to the main office. These forms will also be available in the school’s main office.
Q: My student (rising junior/rising senior) would like to apply for off-campus lunch for 2012-13. How does s/he do that?
A: Please visit the SHS web site “Forms” page, housed under the Student Services department. Read the entire document entitled ”Off Campus Lunch Application” for 2012-13. Be sure to read each item carefully, paying close attention to dates/deadlines, and paperwork that must accompany your application when you return it to the main office. These forms will also be available in the school’s main office.
Q: How can I find out about athletics at Sanderson?
A: To get a general description about athletics at Sanderson and to learn about upcoming seasons, optional summer programs, tryout and practice dates, required medical forms, and more, go to the Sanderson website and click on athletics. http://sanderson.wcpss.net/athletics. After looking at the website, if you have additional questions, you may contact the Sanderson High School Athletic Director, Coach Tony Lewis, at rlewis1@wcpss.net.
Q: How do I find out about activities and events going on at Sanderson?
A: The Sanderson web site is the best place to learn about activities and events taking place at Sanderson, whether you’re interested in test dates, sporting events, Student Services events, dances, fine arts performances, or student vacation days, etc. Just click on the “Calendars” link to see a full listing of each month’s events. The SHS main page hosts information about SHS news and upcoming events, too. Check back often as new info is posted frequently, especially during the school year.
Q: How can I get in touch with my student’s school counselor over the summer?
A: Counselors work limited schedules over the summer. They will not be available for general appointments, or to address emails and phone calls as they would during the school year. Please make sure you have checked each of the FAQs for this summer. If you do not see the question/answer you need, please complete the online contact form and submit your question/concern online.
Q: I need a copy of my student’s immunization records. How can I get that information?
A: Come to Student Services office between the hours of 8:00am – 12:00pm & 1:00pm – 4:00pm, Monday – Thursday to complete a required form. There is a $5.00 fee for this service.
A: For all current students and newly enrolled students, schedules will be mailed the week of August 13th. Students enrolling after this time will receive their school schedule in the mail shortly after the enrollment has been completely processed. Students enrolling closer to the start of the school year will not receive schedules in the mail.
Remember that schedules are subject to change based on the availability of school resources and staffing; the student’s actual fall 2012 schedule will be distributed on the first day of class in homeroom.
Q: How can I change my schedule?
A: Students had a two week period in March to research their course offerings, talk with parents, teachers and school counselors about their choices, and register for classes. Students also had an additional week in May to review their 2012-13 course selections and make any desired changes. Students will not have additional opportunities to change their 2012-13 class schedules.
Q: I moved recently, how do I update my address/contact information?
A: Come to Student Services between the hours of 8:00am – 12:00pm & 1:00pm – 4:00pm, Monday - Thursday with a current electric, gas, or water bill or new lease, signed within the past 45 days and complete a change of address form. Please remember to bring a valid picture ID.
Q: My student is transferring to another school for the upcoming school year. How do I get a copy of my student’s records for the new school?
A: With your written permission the new school will request the student’s official records from Sanderson (keep in mind that in this instance, email is not an acceptable form of written permission). If you would like an unofficial transcript, you can come to Student Services between the hours of 8:00am – 12:00pm & 1:00pm – 4:00pm, Monday – Thursday to complete a transcript request form. Remember to bring a valid picture ID with you.
Q: I’d like to get in touch with my teacher from this semester. How can I do that?
A: Sanderson teachers work on a 10-month calendar, so he/she may not be available during the summer. To find the email addresses of a faculty member, visit http://sandersonhs.wcpss.net/gen_info/staff.php. If you have questions regarding a grade from a particular class, download/complete the Request for Grade Verification form on the Forms page under the Student Services section and submit the completed form as directed.
Q: My student would like to apply for a Sanderson parking pass for 2012-13. How does s/he do that?
A: Please visit the SHS web site “Forms” page, housed under the Student Services department. Read the entire document entitled “WCPSS & SHS Parking Regulations.”Then, print and complete the “SHS Parking Permit Application” for 2012-13 (applications should be available online near the end of June). Be sure to read each item carefully, paying close attention to dates/deadlines, and list of required paperwork that must accompany your application when you return it to the main office. These forms will also be available in the school’s main office.
Q: My student (rising junior/rising senior) would like to apply for off-campus lunch for 2012-13. How does s/he do that?
A: Please visit the SHS web site “Forms” page, housed under the Student Services department. Read the entire document entitled ”Off Campus Lunch Application” for 2012-13. Be sure to read each item carefully, paying close attention to dates/deadlines, and paperwork that must accompany your application when you return it to the main office. These forms will also be available in the school’s main office.
Q: How can I find out about athletics at Sanderson?
A: To get a general description about athletics at Sanderson and to learn about upcoming seasons, optional summer programs, tryout and practice dates, required medical forms, and more, go to the Sanderson website and click on athletics. http://sanderson.wcpss.net/athletics. After looking at the website, if you have additional questions, you may contact the Sanderson High School Athletic Director, Coach Tony Lewis, at rlewis1@wcpss.net.
Q: How do I find out about activities and events going on at Sanderson?
A: The Sanderson web site is the best place to learn about activities and events taking place at Sanderson, whether you’re interested in test dates, sporting events, Student Services events, dances, fine arts performances, or student vacation days, etc. Just click on the “Calendars” link to see a full listing of each month’s events. The SHS main page hosts information about SHS news and upcoming events, too. Check back often as new info is posted frequently, especially during the school year.
Q: How can I get in touch with my student’s school counselor over the summer?
A: Counselors work limited schedules over the summer. They will not be available for general appointments, or to address emails and phone calls as they would during the school year. Please make sure you have checked each of the FAQs for this summer. If you do not see the question/answer you need, please complete the online contact form and submit your question/concern online.
Q: I need a copy of my student’s immunization records. How can I get that information?
A: Come to Student Services office between the hours of 8:00am – 12:00pm & 1:00pm – 4:00pm, Monday – Thursday to complete a required form. There is a $5.00 fee for this service.
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