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Table of ContentsZero Block & Pilot Online Learning Academy 3Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy 4Class Placement Criteria 5Summer School Offerings 5Service Learning & Uniforms 6Athletics & Cheer Try Outs 6College Prep: Counseling Resources 7

Questions? Contact the Office of Admissions 619.725.9118 | admissions@aolp.org

Important Dates to Note

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Important DatesDate Time Event or Requirement

March 1 NA Summer School Registration: Online

May 1 NA Summer Sports Camp Registration Opens

July 1 NA Final Transcripts & Immunization Records Due

July 30 NA OLP Physician Physicals on Campus

August 1 TBA Physician Physicals & Permissions Due

August 1 TBA Volleyball Tryouts

August 8 TBA Cross Country, Golf, Tennis Tryouts

August 10 9 AM-1 PM Transfer Student Orientation Day (Required Attendance)

August 12 8:00 AM Class Pictures & Meeting (Required Attendance)

August 17 7:45 AM First Day of School

Dec. 19-21 8-11:30 AM Final Exams (Mandatory Attendance)

Zero Block & Online ClassesAs students and parents begin preliminary course selection planning, it is important to consider that OLP offers a “zero block” as well as a series of online courses through its Pilot Learning Academy.

The primary purpose of zero block and the Pilot Online Learning Academy is to offer students greater access to broader course selections.

More specifically, zero block and online classes free up space in a student’s schedule by adding a 7th period into her academic rotation so that she may take more electives in a subject of interest or move more quickly into advanced courses. Zero block and online courses are an option for any OLP student and do not require additional tuition. Zero block meets from 6:45 am – 7:35 am (Mon. – Thurs.). Therefore the school requires a firm commitment on the part of participating students. Please note, any student who requests to drop a zero block or online course after April 20, 2016 will be charged a $400 withdrawal fee.

» Zero Block & Online Course offerings include Speech & Debate I, Art I & II, Instrumental Ensemble I & II, Physical Education I & II, Video Production I, Health and Saint Augustine High School Concert Band and more!

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Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)OLP strives to develop mastery of 21st-century skills in each student in order that she becomes an engaged agent of change in our global society. Technology plays a critical role in the way we collaborate and communicate in that same world. OLP requires that all students have access to the tools of the 21st-century via a mobile device. With respect to OLP’s

mission and the economic diversity of our families, OLP does not mandate the specific device each student uses, but rather, has adopted a “Bring Your Own Device” (BYOD) policy that outlines minimum specifications

for whatever device a family chooses.

This policy and practice guides the use of interactive instruction and learning that connects our students more meaningfully to the world outside, and, just as effectively, the world outside to the classroom.

2016-2017 BYOD Minimum RequirementsTablet Specifications

(iPad/Android/Windows)Internal SD

16GB

Screen Resolution 1024x600

Wi-Fi 802.11 g/n

Battery Life 4 hours

System Age Younger than four years

Software Google Drive App

Laptop Specifications (MAC/PC/Chromebook)

RAM 1GB

Hard Drive: 250 GB

Screen Resolution: 1024x768

Wi-Fi: 802.11 g/n

Battery Life: 4 hours

System Age: Younger than four years

Software: Google Drive Desktop Client

Summer School Offerings Course offerings

Semester: Art I, Speech & Debate I| 3 weeks | $425.

Year long courses: Beginning Algebra, Algebra 1*, Algebra II*, Biology*, and Spanish II and III* all run June 13 - July 22 for $775 each.

Visit www.aolp.org/academics/summer-school/ for more information and to register for classes.

Classes run 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Enrollment Please read the course descriptions and review the prerequisites for each course prior to registering. Class space is on a first come, first served basis and all registrations and payments must be completed online. There is a payment plan option.

Enroll now online at aolp.org/academics/summer-school/ before April 30, 2016.

Contact Summer School Director, Mrs. Leticia Oseguera at loseguera@aolp.org with any questions.

English class placements are made based on the following:

» Language Arts & Reading grades

» Teacher Recommendations

» Prior Transcripts

Math Class Placements are made based on the following:

» Mathematics Grades

» Teacher Recommendations

» Prior Transcripts

*Please call 619-725-9170 to schedule an appointment with a counselor.

Class Placement Criteria

OLP Curriculum Guide

To learn more about pathways, courses and prerequisites, access the 2016 - 2017 Course Description Guide at http://www.aolp.org/academics/olp-curriculum/ .

CarpoolsIf interested in forming a carpool, please register online at www.aolp.org/carpool by June 1, 2016.

A list will be compiled by zip codes and will be mailed back to you in July to assist families in forming carpools on your own. If you do not wish for your information to be published, please do not respond.

Service LearningService LearningAll OLP freshmen, sophomores and juniors are required to complete 25 hours of service each year with an officially recognized nonprofit organization as part of the OLP graduation requirements. Seniors will complete a synthesis project within their senior religion course. Freshmen may begin to record their service for the 2016- 2017 school year as of June 1, 2016. Check out the OLP website, aolp.org/faith-service/service-learning/ for verification directions and information about interesting and unique service learning opportunities.

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Instruction is offered by premier OLP coaches. Registration will begin May 1, 2016. See the website for more details, including dates, times and fees. All freshman are required to have a physicians physical completed after June 14, 2016 so as to be valid for the entire academic year. All physicals are due to the OLP Office of Admissions by August 3, 2016. OLP recommends having an annual physical with your regular physician during the summer but if this is not possible due to timing and insurance coverage, physician physicals will be hosted on OLP Campus on July 30, 2016 to complete this requirement. All physicals must be completed and signed by an MD or DO only.

OLP AthleticsOLP Summer Sports Camps

OLP/Saints Cheer TeamAll incoming STUDENTS can try out for the OLP/ Saints Cheer team. The commitment begins in May 2016 with tryouts and practices and continues through the winter sport season (Feb. 2017). There are practices during the summer (with scheduled vacations) and then both before and after school during the school year.

» Interested? Come learn more at the informational meeting, Thursday, April 14, 2016 in the OLP Event Center from 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.

Tryouts will take place Monday, April 18, 2016 – Wednesday, April 20, 2016 from 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM in the OLP Event Center.

» Questions? Contact the Head Cheerleading Coach, Mr. Casey Popp at cheer@aolp.org.

Athletic Offerings» Fall: Cross Country,

Golf, Tennis, Volleyball

» Fall/Winter: Cheer

» Winter: Basketball,

Soccer, Surf

» Winter/Spring: Rowing

» Spring: Lacrosse, Track & Field, Swim & Dive, Sand Volleyball, Gymnastics, Softball, Archer

Uniforms

College Prep: Counseling ResourcesOLP college counselors are available to help students and their parents with the careful planning and consideration that is required when preparing for college admission. OLP takes a grade level approach to academic and college planning.

Our counseling program assists students in selecting colleges or universities that match their interests, goals and abilities.

Counseling Objectives for Incoming Students

» Introduce counseling services (academic, college, and personal)

» Introduce Family Connection: College and Course Planning Website

» Clarify Academy of Our Lady of Peace graduation requirements and Expected School-wide Learning Results

» Develop four-year academic plan, based on student’s interests and goals

» Review the University of California and California State Universities admission criteria (A-G Requirements)

» Discuss co-curricular opportunities at Academy of Our Lady of Peace and how student involvement can enhance a college application

» Begin a college resume

» Practice college entrance exams (PSAT)

» Explore summer enrichment programs

Family Connection by NavianceOLP uses Naviance’s Family Connection, a Web-based college and career planning service designed especially for students and families to provide useful information for college and career decisions. Family Connection is linked with each counselor’s office to allow them to track and analyze data about each student’s college and career plans. It provides up-to-date information that is specific to our school.

Mrs. Teri HeardLast names

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Head Counselortheard@aolp.org

Mrs. Nicholle WyattLast names begin with

A-M (11th/12th)

nwyatt@aolp.org

Ms. Monique MutherLast names begin with

M-Z (9th/10th)

mmuther@aolp.org

Mrs. Jill Hicke Last names begin with A-L (9th/10th)

& Sisters & Scholars Coordinator

jhicke@aolp.org

OLP Counselors

The “Sisters and Scholars” program works to meet the needs of students who have identified learning challenges. The program coordinator works as an advocate and resource for students who have been officially diagnosed with the need of special learning accommodations.

OLP Uniforms are supplied through Mills Uniform Company. Uniforms can either be ordered in person at the Kearny Mesa Mills Store, 3949 Ruffin Road, Suite D, San Diego, CA 92123, or online at millswear.com. Their phone number is 858-836-2181. The school code is 125. There are many uniform offerings; some are required while others are optional. Please visit our website and look for “Uniform Requirements” under the Student tab to review the uniform offerings and OLP dress code.

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