FL POLICIES

iQera is nonsectarian and complies with anti-discrimination provisions in its programs, admissions policies, employment practices, and operations as specified in ss. 1002.45 and 1000.05, F.S., respectively.

1. Non-Sectarian Policy

• Purpose: Ensure a neutral educational environment, free from religious bias.
• Policy:
  • The curriculum and school activities shall remain secular.
  • Religious beliefs of students/staff must be respected, but not promoted.
• Procedure:
  • Review materials for religious content.
  • Train teachers to recognize and avoid religious bias.
  • Handle complaints through a clear reporting system.

2. Anti-Discrimination Policy

• Purpose: Ensure an inclusive environment for all.
• Policy:
  • No discrimination based on race, gender, religion, age, disability, or any other protected category.
• Procedure:
  • Regular inclusivity training for staff.
  • Reporting and resolution mechanisms for discrimination complaints.
  • Continuous monitoring and policy review.

3. Teacher Responsibilities

• Purpose: Define and uphold the professional conduct and duties of teachers.
• Policy:
  • Adherence to state teaching standards and curriculum guidelines.
  • Maintenance of a safe and inclusive classroom environment.
• Procedure:
  • Regular performance reviews.
  • Mechanisms for reporting and addressing teacher misconduct.
  • Continuous professional development opportunities.

4. Parental Responsibilities

• Purpose: Define the role parents play in supporting their child’s education.
• Policy:
  • Ensure regular attendance of their child.
  • Support the school’s educational and behavioral policies.
• Procedure:
  • Regular communication regarding student progress.
  • Opportunities for parents to engage with the school community.
  • Address parental concerns through established channels.

5. Teacher-Student Interaction Policy

• Purpose: Foster respectful and appropriate interactions.
• Policy:
  • Maintain professional boundaries.
  • Recognize and respect the diverse needs of students.
• Procedure:
  • Training on appropriate interactions and red flags.
  • Reporting mechanisms for concerns.
  • Regular review and updates based on feedback.

6. Teacher-Parent Interaction Policy

• Purpose: Clarify expectations for interactions between teachers and parents.
• Policy:
  • Constructive and professional communication.
  • Respect for privacy and boundaries.
• Procedure:
  • Scheduled conferences and updates.
  • Communication guidelines and best practices training.
  • Mediation processes for conflicts.

7. Academic Integrity Policy

• Purpose: Uphold and promote honesty in academic endeavors.
• Policy:
  • No tolerance for cheating, plagiarism, or academic dishonesty.
• Procedure:
  • Utilize plagiarism detection tools.
  • Clear consequences for violations.
  • Integrity education for students.

8. Student Eligibility Policy

• Purpose: Criteria for student enrollment, continuation, and participation in extracurriculars.
• Policy:
  • Adherence to academic and behavioral standards.
• Procedure:
  • Regular evaluations for continued eligibility.
  • Clearly communicated standards to students and parents.

9. State Assessment Requirements

• Purpose: Ensure compliance with Florida state assessment mandates.
• Policy:
  • Mandatory participation in state assessments unless valid exceptions.
• Procedure:
  • Prepare students adequately for assessments.
  • Clearly communicate testing schedules and expectations.
  • Provide accommodations as needed.

10. Attendance and Participation Requirements

• Purpose: Encourage consistent student engagement.
• Policy:
  • Mandatory attendance as per Florida state requirements.
• Procedure:
  • Clear definitions of excused and unexcused absences.
  • Regular monitoring and reporting of attendance.
  • Consequences and support systems for chronic absenteeism.

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