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    RegularEducationCourses(Classroom) DesignFundamentalsAR0100........................................................................................3 DriversEducationDE1402(Traditionalclassroom)............................................3

    VirtualEducationCourses(Online) VirtualEducationCourseInformation:..........................................................................5 AmericanGovernmentSS1208O....... ............. ............ ............. ............ ............. ............ ..5AreaStudies:TheMiddleEastSS1234O............ ............. ............ ............. ............ ......5BusinessEssentialsBC0234O...........................................................................................6 ComputerApplicationsBC0270O............ ............. ............ ............. ............. ............ ........6DriversEducationDE1402OA........................................................................................6 EmergingTechnologiesBC0456O..................................................................................7 Health&WellnessHE0098O............................................................................................7 PersonalFinanceBC0204O............ ............ ............. ............ ............. ............. ............ ........7PhysicalEducation-PE1000O............ ............. ............ ............. ............ ............. ............ ....8U.S.History:UnderstandingtheContemporary..........................................................8 UnitedStatesSince1865SS1230O................................................................................8

    CreditRecoveryCourses(Online) CR-AmericanGovernment: Semester1-SS1208AorSemester2SS1209A.........................................................9 CRBiology:Semester1SC1100AorSemester2SC1101A...........................9 CRCommunicationArtsI: Semester1CA0300AorSemester2CA0301A............. ............ ............. ............ ..10CRCommunicationArtsII: Semester1CA0304AorSemester2CA0305A............. ............ ............. ............ ..10CRCommunicationArtsIII: Semester1CA0308AorSemester2CA0309A............. ............ ............. ............ ..10CRContemporaryCommunications: Semester1CA0324AorSemester2CA0325A............. ............ ............. ............ ..11CRAlgebraI:Semester1MA0806AorSemester2MA0807A............ ......11CRGeometry:Semester1MA0810AorSemester2MA0811A........... ......11CRHistoryoftheWesternWorld: Semester1SS1200AorSemester2SS1201A............. ............ ............. ............ ....12CR-U.S.History: UnderstandingtheContemporaryUnitedStatesSince1865 Semester1SS1230AorSemester2SS1231A............. ............ ............. ............ ....12

    FAQ.............................................................................................................................................13 StepsforSummerSchoolEnrollment.................................................... .........................14ParentVueFeePayment......................................................................................................16

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    Regular Education Courses (Classroom)Design Fundamentals AR0100

    Prerequisite: NoneDates: June 3, 2013 through June 25, 2013Location: Blue Valley North

    Room: 429Monday through Thursday 7:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m.

    Fee: $250.00

    Overview: Design Fundamentals serves as a general introduction to all aspectsof the visual arts, giving students exposure to a variety of studio disciplines,

    theory of aesthetics, art history and art criticism. The fee for this course is$250.00.

    Attendance: Students enrolled in credit courses must maintain regularattendance. Students who know they will miss more than two days of class forcamps, vacations, etc. should not enroll.

    Enrollment: Parents can complete the enrollment process by using Synergy.Instructions for completing the enrollment process are included on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4082.

    Drivers Education DE1402 (Traditional classroom)Prerequisite: Kansas Instructional PermitAge Requirements: 15 by August 31, 2013Dates: June 3, 2013 through June 18, 2013

    Location: Blue Valley NorthRoom: TBDMonday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. Noon

    Fee: $275.00

    Overview: Dates and times noted above are for classroom instruction. Drivingtime is scheduled in one-hour blocks on an individual basis and is separate from

    classroom instruction. Students may receive up to six hours of driving time,depending on their demonstrated driving skills. Each student will receive aminimum of four hours of driving time. Driving will be completed by July 26,2013.

    Students must obtain a Kansas Instructional Permit through the KansasDepartment of Motor Vehicles (DMV) prior to the first class. The DMV can becontacted at:

    913-432-2266 913-829-2501

    6507 Johnson Drive -OR- 1839 South RidgeviewMission, Kansas Olathe, Kansas

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    Drivers Education consists of classroom instructions and driving instruction.Students must successfully complete both portions of the course. Dailyattendance is mandatory. It is important for students to maintain regular

    attendance in order to meet course competencies. Please note that any morningor full-day summer camps scheduled during June present possible conflicts for

    the summer session of Drivers Education. Please consider your ability tocommit to the full class schedule before registering for the class. The fee for thiscourse is $275.00

    In the event that a student requires additional driving or classroom instructiontime to pass the course, an additional fee of $100.00 will be charged to cover this

    instruction. The instruction will take place during the next available session ofdrivers education. Please contact the Drivers Education Coordinator at 913-239-4082 if your student needs a special accommodation to complete this course.

    Enrollment: Parents can complete the enrollment process by using Synergy.Instructions for completing the enrollment process are included on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4082.

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    Virtual Education Courses (Online)Virtual Education Course Information:All online courses are available through Blackboard. Students may access thevirtual courses from any location with internet access.

    Electronic communication with the instructor and classmates is a key componentto online courses. Students will participate in online discussions andcommunicate with the instructor through Blackboard and the Blue Valley student

    email system.

    Most resources (i.e., textbooks, and handouts) are provided in an electronicformat are available in Blackboard. If a student requires an actual textbook, theycan check out the book from Blue Valley North. *Textbooks are limited in

    availability; students are strongly encouraged to utilize the web-based materials.

    Online students are required to complete assignments in a variety of formats.

    The student will be required to complete all online assignments within thesummer school session (June 4, 2013 through August 2, 2013).

    The virtual courses are designed to allow students to work at their own pace.Each course contains suggested pacing guidelines to help keep students on trackfor completion.

    Each virtual student is required to attend one orientation session. During theorientation session, students will receive instructions, materials and otherrelevant information.

    Each student is required to attend a proctored final exam. The final exam

    dates, times and locations will be announced during the course orientation.

    No refunds will be given to students who drop the course AFTER June 7,2013.

    American Government SS1208O

    Prerequisite: Students must attend one orientation session and complete a

    proctored final exam.Dates: June 4, 2013 through August 2, 2013Location: Blue Valley North

    Room: N/A course is offered virtuallyGrades: 12Credit: 1/2

    Fee: $250.00Overview: Students study citizenship and the working of our system ofgovernment. Emphasis is placed on rights, responsibilities and privileges ofcitizenship, the development of the U.S. Constitution, the operation of thegovernment, contemporary politics and current affairs. This course fulfills thegraduation requirement. The fee for this course is $250.00.

    Enrollment: Parents can complete the enrollment process by using Synergy.

    Instructions for completing the enrollment process are included on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4221.

    Area Studies: The Middle East SS1234O

    Prerequisite: Students must attend one orientation session and complete aproctored final exam.Dates: June 4, 2013 through August 2, 2013Location: Blue Valley NorthRoom: N/A course is offered virtuallyGrades: 9, 10, 11, 12

    Credit: 1/2Fee: $250.00

    Overview: Students are engaged in a fresh, interactive look at the world outside

    of the European sphere. Emphasis is placed on the development of the uniquehistories and cultures of the Middle East. Students learn about current global and

    geographical issues that emerge from this region and the importance of theMiddle East in global economics and politics. Students demonstrate furtherdevelopment of necessary learning skills in the social sciences. The fee for thiscourse is $250.00.

    Enrollment: Parents can complete the enrollment process by using Synergy.

    Instructions for completing the enrollment process are included on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4221.

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    Business Essentials BC0234O

    Prerequisite: Students must attend one orientation session and complete a

    proctored final exam.Dates: June 4, 2013 through August 2, 2013Location: Blue Valley North

    Room: N/A course is offered virtuallyGrades: 9, 10Credit: 1/2

    Fee: $250.00Overview: This course gives a broad background and contemporary view of

    business topics and careers. The student explores business economic conceptsand the interrelationship of finance, accounting, management, and marketing.The fee for this course is $250.00.

    Enrollment: Parents can complete the enrollment process by using Synergy.

    Instructions for completing the enrollment process are included on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4221.

    Computer Applications BC0270O

    Prerequisite: Students must attend one orientation session and complete a

    proctored final exam.Dates: June 4, 2013 through August 2, 2013Location: Blue Valley North

    Room: N/A course is offered virtuallyGrades: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: - this course fulfills of the computer technology graduationrequirement

    Fee: $250.00

    Overview: This course offers students a thorough knowledge of wordprocessing, spreadsheet, email, web integration, database and presentat ions and is

    recommended for the student with proficient keyboarding skills using the touchmethod. Students use the above applications to produce personal and businessrelated communications. The fee for this course is $250.00.

    Enrollment: Parents can complete the enrollment process by using Synergy.Instructions for completing the enrollment process are included on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4221.

    Drivers Education DE1402OA

    Prerequisite: Students must attend one orientation session and complete a

    proctored final exam.Prerequisite: Kansas Instructional PermitAge Requirements: 15 by August 31, 2013

    Dates: June 4, 2013 through June 18, 2013Location: Blue Valley NorthRoom: N/A course is offered virtually

    Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: Pass or Fail

    Fee: $275.00

    Overview: The classroom phase of the course will be taken in an online format.The course involves lectures, discussions, and tests over basic principles of carcontrol, turns, parking, the drivers physical and psychological factors in driving,Kansas driving laws and natural laws affecting driving emergency procedures.

    Students must obtain an instructional permit prior to the first day of the course.Students will be required to log driving time with a licensed Drivers Educationinstructor. Students must pass all online assignments and assessments with an

    80% or better in order to pass the course. The fee for this course is $275.00.

    This course concludes on June 18, 2013. Driving must be completed by July 26,2013.

    Enrollment: Parents can complete the enrollment process by using Synergy.

    Instructions for completing the enrollment process are included on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4221.

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    Emerging Technologies BC0456O

    Prerequisite: Students must attend one orientation session and complete a

    proctored final exam.Dates: June 4, 2013 through August 2, 2013Location: Blue Valley North

    Room: N/A course is offered virtuallyGrades: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: - this course fulfills of the computer technology graduation

    requirementFee: $250.00

    Overview: This project-based course will focus on the use of emergingtechnologies as tools for learning. This is a dynamic course with content that isupdated frequently to reflect new technologies that students will be expected touse within the full range of classes taken during their high school program ofstudy. Therefore, this class is recommended for 9

    thand 10

    thgraders. Students

    will employ college readiness skills and technology literacies and apply theseskill sets in assignments for other courses. Students will also be introduced to thetools, processes, and self-management skills required for online courses. The

    fee for this course is $250.00.

    Enrollment: Parents can complete the enrollment process by using Synergy.Instructions for completing the enrollment process are included on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4221.

    Health & Wellness HE0098O

    Prerequisite: Students must attend one orientation session and complete a

    proctored final exam.Dates: June 4, 2013 through August 2, 2013Location: Blue Valley North

    Room: N/A course is offered virtuallyGrades: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: (meets graduation requirement)Fee: $250.00

    Overview: This course is designed to meet the general informational andeducational needs of students in the areas of health issues and wellness. Studentswill gain practical information to support healthy, life-long decision-making.

    Subject matter includes nutrition, prevention and control of disease, injuryprevention and safety, personal health and wellness, mental and emotional health,substance abuse, abuse and misuse, family life and sexuality, consumer and

    community health. The fee for this course is $250.00.

    Enrollment: Parents can complete the enrollment process by using Synergy.Instructions for completing the enrollment process are included on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4221.

    Personal Finance BC0204O

    Prerequisite: Students must attend one orientation session and complete aproctored final exam.

    Dates: June 4, 2013 through August 2, 2013Location: Blue Valley NorthRoom: N/A course is offered virtually

    Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: Fee: $250.00

    Overview: This course is designed to cover the important skills in personalfinance that every person should have before leaving high school. Coursecontent includes basic business decisions such as getting and keeping a job,employee pay and benefits, checking accounts, banking services, income tax,

    investing, insurance, credit, consumer protection, consumer decision-making, and

    an introduction to economics. The fee for this course is $250.00.

    Enrollment: Parents can complete the enrollment process by using Synergy.Instructions for completing the enrollment process are included on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4221.

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    Physical Education - PE1000O

    Prerequisite: Students must attend one orientation session and complete a

    proctored final exam.Dates: June 4, 2013 through August 2, 2013Location: Blue Valley North

    Room: N/A course is offered virtuallyGrades: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: - this course meets the graduation requirement

    Fee: $250.00

    Overview: This course is directed toward developing and improving physicalfitness knowledge and ability, knowledge of rules and interest in physicalactivities with individual and small group sports. Students will be required tocomplete both online assignments as well as logging fitness hours using a heartrate monitor. During the summer semester, students will be required to completeand document 10 hours per week of physical exercise. Organized sports or

    activities will not be counted towards the exercise requirements. Students will bepersonally required to meet with the instructor four times per semester at pre-arranged times to completed the downloads. The fee for this course is $250.00.

    *Only semester 1 content is offered during the summer term. Students will berequired to complete content from both (semester 1 and 2) to receive the full (1)

    credit for the course.

    Enrollment: Parents can complete the enrollment process by using Synergy.Instructions for completing the enrollment process are included on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4221.

    U.S. History: Understanding the Contemporary

    United States Since 1865 SS1230O

    Prerequisite: Students must attend one orientation session and complete aproctored final exam.Dates: June 4, 2013 through August 2, 2013

    Location: Blue Valley NorthRoom: N/A course is offered virtuallyGrades: 11

    Credit: - this course meets of the graduation requirementFee: $250.00

    Overview: Students will begin this course studying the foundational themes inour nations creation, i.e., creation of government, federalism, rule of law, etc.

    The emphasis of this beginning unit will be how these foundational themesdefined the nation in 1865. This prerequisite knowledge is a necessity tounderstanding the contemporary United States and will be used as a building

    block from which to study all future events. The fee for this course is $250.00.

    *Only semester 1 content is offered during the summer term. Students will be

    required to complete content from both (semester 1 and 2) to receive the full (1)

    credit for the course.

    Enrollment: Parents can complete the enrollment process by using Synergy.

    Instructions for completing the enrollment process are included on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4221.

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    Credit Recovery Courses (Online)

    Credit recovery students are required to attend a weekly meeting with their

    instructor. The dates and times of these meetings will be distributed duringorientation.

    Credit recovery courses are available ONLY to students who have

    previously failed a course. Students should enroll in the corresponding

    course in which they previously failed (semester 1 = fall, semester 2 =

    spring). Student transcripts will reflect both courses (traditional course and

    the credit recovery course).

    Students who need to complete 2 or more credit recovery courses are

    strongly encouraged to enroll and pay for one course at a time. *Students

    who complete the first credit recovery course early (before August 2, 2013)

    can enroll, pay and complete a second credit recovery course. All credit

    recovery coursework must be completed by August 2, 2013.

    CR - American Government:

    Semester 1 - SS1208A or Semester 2 SS1209A

    Prerequisite: Students must attend one orientation session. Students will meet

    weekly with the instructor.Dates: June 10, 2013 through August 2, 2013

    Location: Blue Valley NorthRoom: N/A course is offered virtuallyGrades: 12

    Credit: - this course fulfills the graduation requirementFee: $250.00

    Overview: Students study citizenship and the working of our system of

    government. Emphasis is placed on rights, responsibilities and privileges ofcitizenship, the development of the U.S. Constitution, the operation of the

    government, contemporary politics and current affairs. This course fulfills thegraduation requirement. The fee for this course is $250.00.

    Enrollment: Credit recovery courses are limited to enrollment by studentswho have previously failed the course. Parents can complete the enrollment

    process by using Synergy. Instructions for completing the enrollment process areincluded on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4221.

    CR Biology:

    Semester 1 SC1100A or Semester 2 SC1101A

    Prerequisite: Students must attend one orientation session. Students will meetweekly with the instructor.Dates: June 10, 2013 through August 2, 2013

    Location: Blue Valley NorthRoom: N/A course is offered virtuallyGrades: 9, 10

    Credit: 1 this course fulfills the graduation requirement for one unit ofBiological ScienceFee: $250.00 per semester

    Overview: Biology is the study of all living things and how they interact withtheir environment. This introductory course is designed for students who desire ageneral overview of biology including the survey of plants, animals, human

    beings, ecology and genetics. The fee for this course is $250.00.

    Enrollment: Credit recovery courses are limited to enrollment by studentswho have previously failed the course. Parents can complete the enrollment

    process by using Synergy. Instructions for completing the enrollment process areincluded on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4221.

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    CR Communication Arts I:

    Semester 1 CA0300A or Semester 2 CA0301A

    Prerequisite: Students must attend one orientation session. Students will meetweekly with the instructor.Dates: June 10, 2013 through August 2, 2013

    Location: Blue Valley NorthRoom: N/A course is offered virtuallyGrades: 9

    Credit: 1Fee: $250.00 per semester

    Overview: Communication Arts I, is a skill-based course, focusing on themes ofidentity and the individuals journey as a hero. The curriculum contains a

    balance of reading, writing, listening, speaking, and viewing skills. Forcomprehension and pleasure, students read novels, plays, short stories, poetry andnon-fiction. Students write narratives, poetry and exposition. The class includes

    the study of literary terms, vocabulary and conventions, as well as the applicationof research skills. The fee for this course is $250.00.

    Enrollment: Credit recovery courses are limited to enrollment by students

    who have previously failed the course. Parents can complete the enrollmentprocess by using Synergy. Instructions for completing the enrollment process areincluded on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4221.

    CR Communication Arts II:

    Semester 1 CA0304A or Semester 2 CA0305A

    Prerequisite: Students must attend one orientation session. Students will meet

    weekly with the instructor.Dates: June 10, 2013 through August 2, 2013

    Location: Blue Valley NorthRoom: N/A course is offered virtuallyGrades: 10

    Credit: 1Fee: $250.00 per semester

    Overview: Communication Arts II is a skill-based course, focusing on thetraditional elements of story and the connection of self with others. To enhancecomprehension and pleasure in the sophomore year, students read challenging

    novels, plays, short stories, poetry, and non-fiction. Students analyze literature

    and poetry through expository, persuasive, and narrative writing techniques. Theclass includes application of literary terms in literature and the refinement ofvocabulary, research skills and accuracy in conventions. The fee for this course

    is $250.00.

    Enrollment: Credit recovery courses are limited to enrollment by studentswho have previously failed the course. Parents can complete the enrollment

    process by using Synergy. Instructions for completing the enrollment process are

    included on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4221.

    CR Communication Arts III:

    Semester 1 CA0308A or Semester 2 CA0309A

    Prerequisite: Students must attend one orientation session. Students will meetweekly with the instructor.

    Dates: June 10, 2013 through August 2, 2013Location: Blue Valley NorthRoom: N/A course is offered virtually

    Grades: 11, 12Credit: 1Fee: $250.00 per semester

    Overview: Communication Arts III explores the ongoing struggle between the

    needs of the individual and of an ever-changing society in American. Studentsinterpret and analyze works by various American authors. Through readerresponse, essays, technical writing and a research project, students begin to

    further develop personal styles of writing. Students will also continue to focuson critical thinking within the contexts of reading, writing, listening, speakingand viewing. The fee for this course is $250.00.

    Enrollment: Credit recovery courses are limited to enrollment by studentswho have previously failed the course. Parents can complete the enrollment

    process by using Synergy. Instructions for completing the enrollment process areincluded on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4221.

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    CR Contemporary Communications:

    Semester 1 CA0324A or Semester 2 CA0325A

    Prerequisite: Students must attend one orientation session. Students will meetweekly with the instructor.Dates: June 10, 2013 through August 2, 2013

    Location: Blue Valley NorthRoom: N/A course is offered virtuallyGrades: 12

    Credit: 1Fee: $250.00 per semester

    Overview: Contemporary Communications is a year-long course that will focuson collegiate-level and corporate-level communication skills through a

    technologically-innovative, fast-paced, advance course of study. Students willdevelop abilities in technical reading and writing, oral presentation, desktop

    publishing, researching and reading contemporary and classical fiction and

    nonfiction. The fee for this course is $250.00.

    Enrollment: Credit recovery courses are limited to enrollment by studentswho have previously failed the course. Parents can complete the enrollment

    process by using Synergy. Instructions for completing the enrollment process areincluded on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4221.

    CR Algebra I:

    Semester 1 MA0806A or Semester 2 MA0807A

    Prerequisite: Students must attend one orientation session. Students will meetweekly with the instructor.Dates: June 10, 2013 through August 2, 2013

    Location: Blue Valley NorthRoom: N/A course is offered virtually

    Grades: 9, 10Credit: 1Fee: $250.00 per semester

    Overview: Students will master algebraic skills essential for the study of highermathematics. This course is designed to bring together past experiences in

    algebraic concepts and extend these experiences through the real number system.The course stresses understanding of the structure of different number systemsand learning to appreciate the need for precision of language. The fee for this

    course is $250.00.

    Enrollment: Credit recovery courses are limited to enrollment by studentswho have previously failed the course. Parents can complete the enrollment

    process by using Synergy. Instructions for completing the enrollment process areincluded on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4221.

    CR Geometry:

    Semester 1 MA0810A or Semester 2 MA0811A

    Prerequisite: Students must attend one orientation session. Students will meetweekly with the instructor.

    Dates: June 10, 2013 through August 2, 2013Location: Blue Valley NorthRoom: N/A course is offered virtuallyGrades: 9, 10, 11

    Credit: 1Fee: $250.00 per semester

    Overview: Students are provided the opportunity to extend knowledge in

    algebraic concepts through the study of geometric relationships. Studentscommunicate mathematical ideas and geometric arguments by a variety of meansincluding 2-column proofs, flowcharts, paragraphs and indirect arguments. The

    information about geometric relationships and the variety of communicationstrategies and logic skills should prove extremely valuable in future courses inmathematics as well as other fields of knowledge. Topics include

    transformations, congruence, linear and quadratic equations, right triangulartrigonometry, the basic ideas of coordinate geometry, direct and indirect proofs,and applications of formulas, ratio and proportion, statistics and probability. Thefee for this course is $250.00.

    Enrollment: Credit recovery courses are limited to enrollment by studentswho have previously failed the course. Parents can complete the enrollment

    process by using Synergy. Instructions for completing the enrollment process areincluded on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4221.

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    CR History of the Western World:

    Semester 1 SS1200A or Semester 2 SS1201A

    Prerequisite: Students must attend one orientation session. Students will meetweekly with the instructor.Dates: June 10, 2013 through August 2, 2013

    Location: Blue Valley NorthRoom: N/A course is offered virtuallyGrades: 10

    Credit: 1Fee: $250.00 per semester

    Overview: Students study modern western civilizations, primarily European,dating from the Renaissance to the present. Emphasis is placed on the use of

    important concepts from political science, economics, geography and sociology.Students demonstrate knowledge of the development of the modern westernworld and apply their knowledge to understand current world affairs. The fee for

    this course is $250.00.

    Enrollment: Credit recovery courses are limited to enrollment by studentswho have previously failed the course. Parents can complete the enrollment

    process by using Synergy. Instructions for completing the enrollment process areincluded on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4221.

    CR - U.S. History:

    Understanding the Contemporary United States Since 1865

    Semester 1 SS1230A or Semester 2 SS1231A

    Prerequisite: Students must attend one orientation session and complete a

    proctored final exam.Dates: June 10, 2013 through August 2, 2013Location: Blue Valley North

    Room: N/A course is offered virtually

    Grades: 11Credit: - this course meets of the graduation requirement

    Fee: $250.00 per semester

    Overview: Students will begin this course studying the foundational themes in

    our nations creation, i.e., creation of government, federalism, rule of law, etc.The emphasis of this beginning unit will be how these foundational themes

    defined the nation in 1865. This prerequisite knowledge is a necessity tounderstanding the contemporary United States and will be used as a building

    block from which to study all future events. The fee for this course is $250.00.

    *Only semester 1 content is offered during the summer term. Students will be

    required to complete content from both (semester 1 and 2) to receive the full (1)

    credit for the course.

    Enrollment: Credit recovery courses are limited to enrollment by studentswho have previously failed the course. Parents can complete the enrollment

    process by using Synergy. Instructions for completing the enrollment process areincluded on PAGE 12.

    For additional information about the course call 913-239-4221.

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    FAQ

    Q: What dates are the virtual orientations?

    A: Tuesday, June 4, 2013 A completed schedule is posted on the VirtualEducation website http://www.bluevalleyk12.org/virtualed

    Q: What if I am unable to attend on the dates of the virtual

    orientation?

    A: Students are required to attend one orientation session. If the studentis unable to attend any of the scheduled sessions, they will need to contact

    Robert Asquith at 913-239-4344 to schedule an appointment. *Studentswill not receive access to the online course until the orientation has been

    completed.

    Q: What if I am unable to attend on the date of the virtual final

    exams?

    A: Students who are unable to complete the proctored final exam during

    the scheduled session will need to contact Robert Asquith at 913-239-4344to schedule an appointment.

    Q: I didnt receive a virtual orientation packet in the mail. Where

    can I obtain a copy of the materials?

    A: Complete copies of the summer school packets may be obtained from

    the summer school website. http://www.bluevalleyk12.org/virtualed

    Q: What are the fees for the virtual classes?

    A: The fees for virtual classes including credit recovery courses are$250.00 per course per semester. The fee for drivers education is

    $275.00.

    Q: When are the fees due for the virtual classes?

    A: Fees are due at the time of registration and must be paid online usingBV Parents Online/ParentVue.

    Q: What is the last date to drop the course and still receive a refund?

    A: Students who drop a virtual course prior to Monday, June 10, 2013 areeligible for a refund. Students who drop after June 10, 2013 will notreceive a refund. Summer Academy is financially supported throughstudent tuition.

    Q: I am on free/reduced lunch. Do I need to pay the summer school

    fees?

    A: Free or reduced status applies to the elementary Step Up program only.Fees for virtual or credit recovery courses are not adjusted for free/reducedstatus.

    Q: How many students are in the design fundamentals class?

    A: Each design fundamentals class has a limit of 25 students per class.

    Q: The classes are full can my student be added to the wait list?

    A: The Summer Academy courses do have wait lists. The wait listcriteria are based on content, facility, equipment and teacher availability.For additional information about the wait lists, contact 913-239-4221.

    Q: Is transportation provided?

    A: The district does not provide transportation for the summer session.

    Q: How many traditional classes can my student miss?

    A: Students enrolled in the summer academy are strongly encouraged toattend all instructional sessions. Any student who will miss more than twodays of class for camps, vacations, etc. should not enroll. *Studentsenrolled in credit recovery courses are required to meet with theirinstructor each week throughout the summer term.

    Q: Will my student need any supplies?

    A: Students enrolled in design fundamentals course are not required topurchase supplies for this course.

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    Q: What are the requirements to enroll in a virtual education course?

    A: Students must have access to a computer with Internet access.Students are required to have the full version of Microsoft Office (Word,PowerPoint, Excel and Access) if they are enrolled in the ComputerApplications course. Students enrolled in other virtual courses must have

    a word processing program available to them. For a specific list oftechnology requirements visit http://www.bluevalleyk12.org/virtualed.

    Q: How much time should I plan for my virtual coursework?

    A: Each virtual class requires approximately 8-10 hours per week.

    Students are required to complete assignments, readings, quizzes andonline discussion forums.

    Q: Can my family take a vacation during summer school?

    A: Although virtual courses have a flexible schedule, students arerequired to complete coursework within a specific timeframe. It is highly

    recommended that students who will miss more than one week ofinstruction not enroll in a summer course due to the compacted semester.*The summer semester is less than 8 weeks and students are required tocomplete the same curriculum as a typical semester.

    Steps for Summer School Enrollment1. Please navigate to https://bvpo.bluevalleyk12.org to begin entering

    your course request.

    2. Enter your district username and password to access your account(StudentVue).

    3. Select Course Request from the HOME screen.

    The Home Screen is where you can see current events from your school; access the SchoolCalendar, Course History, Course Request, Grades, etc.

    4. To begin selecting your course offerings, please select Click here tochange course requests

    Not sure what courses you need to take to fulfill your graduation requirements?See the highlighted courses under the Graduation Status Summary.

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    5. You are now ready to start searching for course options. SelectDepartment and click Search Courses

    You may also search by Course Title or Course ID.

    6. A list of courses from within the department you selected will appear.You are now ready to make your selection. Remember year-long

    courses require both (even and odd) courses to be requested. After

    making your selections, please select Click here to move selected

    request to Selected Course Requests

    To see the course description, just click on the triangle to the left of the course title.*This example shows the student requesting Emerging Technologies as a course and Entrepreneurship as an

    alternate.

    7. Repeat Steps 5 and 6 until you have entered 14 course selectionsand 4 alternates.

    ***Do not use the Back button in your browser, please use the

    buttons within the program.If you will be a Junior or Senior in the upcoming school year and plan

    to enroll in a CAPS course, space is limited. When making your course

    selections, please be sure to add your CAPS course as one of your 14

    options. To reserve your enrollment in CAPS, you will need to

    submit an application form. Completing the application will prioritize

    and hold a spot for you in CAPS. To complete the CAPS application

    go to http://www.bluevalleyk12.org/capsapp. The application may be

    completed before or after enrolling.

    8. You should now be back on the Selected Course Request screen andsee your course selections, please verify that you have 14 courses

    selected and 4 alternates.

    If you accidently selected a course or an alternateselect Remove before proceeding to the nextstep. Alternates should be selected in priority order.

    9. You are now ready to select Lock Course Request which will lock inyour choices.

    10.You should now see the message that your Course requests arelocked in.

    11.Please print two copies of your request, by either going to File Printor Ctrl+P or Command+P (MAC users). ***One copy is for your

    records and one copy needs to be returned to your counselor.

    12.Select Close in the upper-right corner.

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    Fee Payment System will open on

    Monday, April 8, 2013.

    Now that you have completed the summer enrollment process, please wait

    until Monday, April 8th before proceeding to the fee payment section of

    ParentVue to finalize your child's enrollment in the Blue Valley Summer

    Academy. (Fees do not generate until the summer schedule is simulated

    in our student information system.) Payment must be received by

    Wednesday, May 1st. Any course that is canceled because of lowenrollment and/or staffing will trigger an automatic refund of yourpayment.

    ParentVue Fee Payment

    1. Select I am a parent and log in using your username and password.

    2. Select which student (if you have more than one) you would like to

    view. Then select the Fee tab.

    3. Select Pay Fees.

    4. A list of fees will open. Select Add beside the fee you wish to pay, thenclick checkout.

    5. Select payment type: e-check or credit card from the drop down on theright side.

    6. Paying by e-check. Fill in all the required fields and then select SubmitPayment.

    A receipt will display but it may take up to 30 seconds for it to load. Please do not press anybuttons while it is loading.

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    7. Paying by credit card: Fill in all the required fields and Submit to CardIssuer.

    8. A receipt will display after your transaction has processed.