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recommended and nntst be in support prior to submitting the application to the entry/exit committee. If the student is accepted, Phoenix will interview the student and parent to review the structure of the program, transportation needs and develop flee PEP. After students attend Phoenix for a minimum of one semester they maybe eligible to return to their home school. Specific criteria will determine the exiting of such students: meeting the PEP goals and objectives, completion of a written reflection paper, daily attendance requirements, 75% average in each completed academic course, tluee positive recommendations from teachers, counselor or support staff; appropriate behavior at least 80% each week, and application of conflict resolution skills with students and staff. CURRICULUM Instruction in the core academic areas of English, mathematics, science and social studies is provided by certified classroom teachers and enhanced by the NovaNet Learning System and the Scholastic Read 180 System. The NovaNet courseware allows the instructors to meet individual student needs, and to match curricula objectives for the State and district, A career and technical education teacher provides instruction in the uses of technology as well as provides career assessments and services. To etllrance academic skills, Phoenix teachers also focus on character development and building self- esteem. Participatory decision-making, behavior modification and mentoring relationships will facilitate these goals. STRENGTHS OF THE PROGRAM • Academic progranl features instruction for amulti-grade population. Curriculum is aligned with End-of Course assessments and with locally produced curriculum guides aligned with major textbooks. • A flexible instructional delivery system for individualized instruction-web based learning, computer assisted learning, individualized learning packets, flexible scheduling, workforce/career opportunities, and accelerated services for students needing to meet competency requirements as well as graduation. • Program services include learning styles assessment, personal education plan (PEP), behavior modification plan, computer technology and health screening. • Before and after school activities, quarterly Saturday activities, parent/student participation incentives, and service learning. Cultural enriclunent-field trips, weekend excursions, exploration classes and non-traditional physical activities such as Tae Kwon Do and swimming.