Student Handbook

Student Handbook
2012
James Madison High School
2012 Student Handbook
James Madison High School 2012 Handbook, First Edition

Copyright 2012 James Madison High School. All rights reserved.
No part of this Handbook and/or materials may be reproduced in any form or by any means without written
permission.
Reservation of Rights: James Madison High School reserves the right to make changes to provisions of this
handbook and its rules and procedures at any time, with or without notice, subject to licensing requirements.
This catalog is not a contract or an offer to contract but merely
a general outline of the program being operated presently by the school.
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CONTENTS
PRESIDENTS MESSAGE .......................................................................................................................................... 7
MISSION, VISION, VALUES, AND STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES ........................................................................ 8
MISSION STATEMENT .....................................................................................................................................................8
VISION STATEMENT ........................................................................................................................................................8
VALUES ........................................................................................................................................................................8
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES .......................................................................................................................................9
VISION AND MISSION KEY DEFINITIONS .............................................................................................................. 10
VISION .......................................................................................................................................................................10
MISSION ....................................................................................................................................................................10
ACADEMIC YEAR, HOLIDAYS, CONTACT INFORMATION, HOURS OF OPERATION ................................................. 11
ACADEMIC YEAR ..........................................................................................................................................................11
HOLIDAYS...................................................................................................................................................................11
CONTACT INFORMATION ...............................................................................................................................................11
HOURS OF OPERATION..................................................................................................................................................12
TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................................ 13
MINIMUM HARDWARE AND OPERATING SYSTEM...............................................................................................................13
SOFTWARE .................................................................................................................................................................13
INTERNET CONNECTION AND E-MAIL ...............................................................................................................................13
TECHNOLOGICAL COMPETENCY.......................................................................................................................................13
ADMISSIONS ........................................................................................................................................................ 14
APPLICATION PROCESS ..................................................................................................................................................14
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS...........................................................................................................................................14
ENROLLMENT AGREEMENT ............................................................................................................................................14
DIPLOMA COMPLETION TIME .........................................................................................................................................15
COMPULSORY ATTENDANCE LAWS ..................................................................................................................................15
GETTING STARTED ............................................................................................................................................... 16
ORIENTATION..............................................................................................................................................................16
STUDENT PORTAL ........................................................................................................................................................16
LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (LMS) ........................................................................................................................16
COURSES ....................................................................................................................................................................16
EBOOKS ..................................................................................................................................................................... 17
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STUDY TIPS .......................................................................................................................................................... 17

TOP 5 PLACES NOT TO STUDY EVER ..............................................................................................................................17
TOP 5 CHARACTERISTICS OF AN EFFECTIVE STUDY SPACE .....................................................................................................18
STUDY GOALS AND OBJECTIVES ......................................................................................................................................19
STUDY KEYS ................................................................................................................................................................19
STUDYING AND PARENTING............................................................................................................................................21
A STUDENTS GUIDE TO AVOIDING PLAGIARISM ................................................................................................. 22
AVOIDING PLAGIARISM .................................................................................................................................................22
APA FORMAT .............................................................................................................................................................23
IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER ...........................................................................................................................................24
STUDENT ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITY ................................................................................................................. 24
EXAMS AND GRADING ......................................................................................................................................... 25
PROGRESSING THROUGH THE COURSE
..............................................................................................................................25
ASSESMENTS...............................................................................................................................................................25
GRADE CHALLENGE POLICY AND PROCEDURES ...................................................................................................................25
CHALLENGES TO INDIVIDUAL ASSIGNMENTS WHILE A COURSE IS ACTIVE ...................................................................................26
CHALLENGES TO A FINAL COURSE GRADE AFTER THE COURSE HAS BEEN COMPLETED...................................................................26
GRADING SYSTEM ...................................................................................................................................................27
GRADING CRITERIA.......................................................................................................................................................28
GRADE CHALLENGE POLICY ............................................................................................................................................28
ACADEMIC HONESTY POLICY AND PROCESS ........................................................................................................ 30
PLAGIARISM AND CHEATING ..........................................................................................................................................31
UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO OFFICIAL HIGH SCHOOL MATERIALS ...........................................................................................31
MISREPRESENTATION, FALSIFICATION OF HIGH SCHOOL RECORDS OR ACADEMIC WORK ..........................................................31
MALICIOUS/INTENTIONAL MISUSE OF COMPUTER FACILITIES AND/OR SERVICES ......................................................................32
STUDENT IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS ...............................................................................................................................32
ACADEMIC HONESTRY APPEAL PROCESS ................................................................................................................32
REVOCATION OF DIPLOMA POLICY ..................................................................................................................................32
SHIPMENTS .......................................................................................................................................................... 33
COURSE SHIPMENT POLICY ............................................................................................................................................. 33
SHIPMENT ERRORS .......................................................................................................................................................34

REPLACEMENT FEES ...................................................................................................................................................... 34
PROCESSING FEES.........................................................................................................................................................34
TUITION PAYMENTS ............................................................................................................................................ 35
FINANCE OPTIONS...................................................................................................................................................35
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ............................................................................................................................................36
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT .............................................................................................................................................36
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PAYMENT METHODS ....................................................................................................................................................36

AUTO BILL PAY ............................................................................................................................................................36
E-STATEMENTS ............................................................................................................................................................ 36
SCHEDULE OF FEES ............................................................................................................................................... 37

REFUND POLICY ................................................................................................................................................... 39
GENERAL CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY ........................................................................................................................39
RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES ............................................................................................................................ 40
MAINTENANCE AND CONFIDENTIALITY OF STUDENT RECORDS ..............................................................................................40
FERPA POLICY STUDENT RIGHT TO PRIVACY POLICY ........................................................................................................41
NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY ............................................................................................................................. 43
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT.................................................................................................................................43
STUDENT IDENTITY VERIFICATION PROCEDURES ................................................................................................. 44
COMPLAINT PROCEDURES ................................................................................................................................... 45
TERMINATION POLICY ......................................................................................................................................... 47
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TERMINATION FOR NOT PASSING 8 GRADE ...................................................................................................................... 47
TERMINATION FOR GRADES....................................................................................................................................47

TERMINATION FOR INAPPROPRIATE CONDUCT......................................................................................................48
TERMINATION FOR ACADEMIC DISHONESTY ................................................................................................................... 48
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA PROGRAMS ................................................................................................................... 49

STUDY TRACKS ............................................................................................................................................................. 49
OPEN ELECTIVES ..........................................................................................................................................................51

GRADUATION ...................................................................................................................................................... 52
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS ...............................................................................................................................52
GRADUATION ITEMS ...............................................................................................................................................52
GRADUATION WITH HONORS.....................................................................................................................................52
GRADUATION CEREMONY ..............................................................................................................................................52
JMHS CAREER SERVICES ....................................................................................................................................... 53
ASHWORTH COMMUNITY ..............................................................................................................................................54
TEACHERS AND QUALIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................ 55
COURSES .............................................................................................................................................................. 57
COURSE SPECIFICS ........................................................................................................................................................ 57
BUSINESS AND LIFE SKILLS .............................................................................................................................................58

FOREIGN LANGUAGE...............................................................................................................................................60
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MATHEMATICS ............................................................................................................................................................65
SCIENCE ...................................................................................................................................................................67
SCIENCE LABS..............................................................................................................................................................69
SOCIAL STUDIES ......................................................................................................................................................71
APPENDIX ............................................................................................................................................................ 73
GRADE CHALLENGE FORM .............................................................................................................................................74
STUDENT COMPLAINT FORM ..........................................................................................................................................75
TRANSCRIPT REQUEST FORM..........................................................................................................................................76
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Presidents Message
Greetings,
Welcome to James Madison. Since 1987, we have been setting new standards of
excellence in education.
Today, we are a respected, worldwide leader in self-guided distance learning. We
have successfully combined our resources to bring the finest, most comprehensive
instruction, in the most flexible way possible. Ashworth also offers a broader array of
study options than other online schools, such as: more career-focused instruction
and support, greater accessibility to faculty and academic advisors, more
opportunities to connect with other students, more affordable tuition, and easier
payment plans. Overall, you can look forward to a first-class educational experience
that meets your highest expectations.
For the last 25 years, Ashworth has been educating busy people like you. In fact,
hundreds of thousands of students have entrusted us to help them achieve a better
life. Let Ashworth help you study smarter, advance faster, and reach your goals.
Here's to your new life!
Cordially,
Rob Klapper
President
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Mission, Vision, Values, and Student Learning Outcomes

MISSION STATEMENT
Empower students to achieve their aspirations through flexible, convenient,
affordable, and highly relevant educational programs.
VISION STATEMENT
Be the leading nontraditional learning institute educating people motivated to
improve their lives.
VALUES
1. Access - We believe anyone who wants to learn should have access to
affordable, quality education anytime, anyplace.
2. Accountability - We set measurable goals and are accountable to students and
to each other for our actions, performance, and results.
3. Integrity - We operate with the utmost integrity, and treat both our fellow
colleagues and our students with dignity and respect.
4. Passion - We believe we can make a difference in peoples lives and want to help
each student, faculty and staff member in our diverse community realize his or
her individual potential.
5. Teamwork - We are committed to collaboration and communication among
students, faculty, and staff, as both are essential to achieving great outcomes for
students and our company.
6. Excellence - We strive to uphold high standards in our academic programs,
student experience, and support services, and are continually seeking ways to
improve each of these areas.
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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

By incorporating these institutional outcomes into each of its programs, Ashworth
ensures that graduates are prepared to succeed in varied professional, civic, and
personal settings.
1. Effective Communication
We promote the development of effective oral, written and visual communication
skills that lead to the clear and purposeful expression of ideas, information, and
logical reasoning.
2. Critical Thinking
We foster the development of critical thinking skills that help students recognize the
relevance of perspectives and biases, search for evidence to support conclusions,
analyze problems, reflectively process information, and formulate solutions.
3. Job-Specific and Technical Skills

We promote the development of job specific technical skills and an understanding of
the common body of knowledge associated with a specific program. Those skills,
and that knowledge base, are needed to competently and effectively manage
responsibilities in the workplace.
4. Professional and Life Skills

We promote the development of professional and life skills that include responsibility,
self-motivation, and a personal desire to contribute to the world. Students will make
progress toward becoming engaged and self-reliant learners, demonstrating habits of
intellectual inquiry, and striving toward their maximum potential.
5. Qualifications for Advancement

We provide students with support, as well as the qualifications they need, so they
can confidently apply for jobs, change careers, advance in their current workplace, or
pursue skill-based hobbies and interests.
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Vision and Mission key definitions

VISION
Be the leading non-traditional learning institution educating people motivated to improve
their lives.
Leading: we will serve more students than any other online learning institution
Non-traditional: we are a progressive company markedly different from traditional
brick-and-mortar institutions given our course offering, online delivery and
affordable pricing
Learning: we enable students to acquire the requisite knowledge and skills in their
area(s) of interest
Institution: we are an established organization that provides recognized certification
and accreditation
People: the students who embody the Ashworth community
Motivated to improve their lives: students attend Ashworth to enhance their lives by
achieving a career goal, learning a vocation/hobby, or serving as a role model to
others.
MISSION
Empower students to achieve their aspirations through flexible, convenient, affordable,
and highly relevant educational programs
Empower: enable students to take control of their lives
Students: individuals who have taken the proactive step to study and formally
engage in learning
Aspirations: strong desire, longing, or aim
Flexible: adaptable curriculum that allows students to study anywhere and at their
own pace
Convenient: easily accessible and easy to use
Affordable: quality courses at a relatively low price that provide great value
Highly relevant: pertinent content and subject matter that aligns well with realworld skills and knowledge needed in the workplace
Educational Programs: courses that enable students to learn in their areas of
interest
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Academic Year, Holidays, Contact Information, Hours of

Operation
ACADEMIC YEAR
Students may enroll in James Madisons programs at any time of the year. There are
no set class start dates, and students do not have to wait until the beginning of a
new session or new semester. All courses offered are flexible and self-paced, with
students setting their own schedules within certain maximum allowable time frames
per semester and/or program.
HOLIDAYS
James Madison is closed on the following holidays:
New Years Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
CONTACT INFORMATION
The following information may be used to contact James Madison High School.
Students should provide their name and student number on all communications with
Ashworth staff.
Mailing Address:
6625 The Corners Parkway
Norcross, GA 30092
E-mail:
www.education@jmhs.com
Web site:
www.jmhs.com
Community Web site:
www.ashworthcommunity.com
Registrars Office:
E-mail:
Registrar@jmhs.com
Fax (for forms, etc.):
770-417-3030
Fax (for transcripts):
770-729-8578
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Phone Guide
Department
Phone Number
Student Services
1-800-224-7234
Attendance Line
770-729-8400 Ext: 5211
Main
770-729-8400
Admissions (nonstudents)
1-800-362-7070
Fax Destination Guide

FAX NUMBER
DEPARTMENT
TYPES OF FAXES
770-729-8578
EDUCATION
HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPTS
770-417-3030
EDUCATION
DEGREE AND HIGH SCHOOL VERIFICATIONS
770-729-9389
EDUCATION
SEMESTER EXAMS
MGA
Lessons
College transcripts
Transcript waiver letters
Homeschool portfolios
Life/Work exams
770-729-7299
STUDENT
SERVICES
770-729-0961
STUDENT
SERVICES
MULTIPLE-CHOICE EXAMS
In-school deferments
CAREER VERIFICATIONS
Financial information
Shipment waiver letters
Name change verification
770-729-7290
BUSINESS
SERVICES
MILITARY
Special groups
HOURS OF OPERATION
Academic Advisement
8:30 a.m. 8:30 p.m. (Monday Friday) Eastern Standard Time
Student Services
8:00 a.m. 8:30 p.m. (Monday Friday) Eastern Standard Time
8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. (Saturday) Eastern Standard Time
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Technology Requirements
All Students should have access to the internet to submit exams, participate in
course discussions and manage their studies. While the courses have a simple word
processor, we recommend that you have one to use outside of the course.
MINIMUM HARDWARE AND OPERATING SYSTEM
Intel Pentium or Celeron, or AMD Sempron 1.6 GHz or faster
1 GB RAM or more
Windows 7, Windows 2000, XP, or Vista
Sound card, microphone, and speakers
SOFTWARE
Internet Explorer 8.0 or higher or Firefox 2.0.0.3 or higher
Adobe Flash Player 10.0 or higher
MS Word 2000 or higher or a word processor that can create files with the
following extensions: .doc (MS Word 97 through MS Word 2003), .docx (MS Word
2007), or a standard .rtf (rich text format)
Adobe Reader 7.0 or higher (downloaded from the Internet)
INTERNET CONNECTION AND E-MAIL

A reliable broadband Internet connection, either cable or DSL of at least 1000
Kbps for adequate audio-video quality
An e-mail address that will accept all e-mails, including attachments, from the
domain name ashworthcollege.edu
Note: Students are presumed to receive the messages sent to designated e-mail
addresses. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that messages from James
Madison High School are not blocked and that the mailbox is not too full to receive
messages.
TECHNOLOGICAL COMPETENCY
Ability to use e-mail to correspond
Ability to access, create, and save documents in MS Word or standard.rtf (rich text
format)
Ability to browse the Web
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ADMISSIONS
APPLICATION PROCESS
Students may follow the steps below to enroll in James Madison programs.
1. Complete an application online or by phone.
a. Apply online The online application process is simplified to reduce
processing time. The online application can be accessed from our Web
site, http://www.jmhs.com Applicants can indicate the program level,
program type, and discipline area on the online application form.
b. Apply by phone any day of the year (except holidays) by speaking with an
enrollment advisor at 1-800-362-7070.
2. Within 24 hours of receiving the completed enrollment application, we will
provide instructions for online access to the first course and will ship the
associated textbooks/course materials to the student address.
3. Students who are eligible for military benefits should contact a military advisor at
1-877-758-7630.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Students must be at least 14 years of age and have graduated from the 8th grade.
ENROLLMENT AGREEMENT
This Enrollment Agreement (the Agreement) is a legally binding contract when
signed by the student and accepted by James Madison at its offices in Georgia and is
governed by Georgia law. The student signature on this Agreement indicates that the
student has read and understood the terms of this Agreement, has read and
understood any literature received from us, and believes that he/she has the ability
to benefit from the course selected. An electronic signature is a binding signature.
Prospective students are encouraged to read through the catalog and materials prior
to enrolling.
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DIPLOMA COMPLETION TIME

James Madison is a self-paced program that encourages students to set their own
schedule for completing their coursework. However, we feel it is important that
students set goals to average completing 1 lesson every 1-2 weeks. If a student
maintains this schedule they can complete all 23 credits in 2-3 years. Of course the
time students needs depend on the individual and we caution students to set a pace
that is comfortable to them.
COMPULSORY ATTENDANCE LAWS
Students under the age of 18 are responsible for complying with the compulsory laws
of their State. Every State has its own rules and regulations concerning attendance
and James Madison is not responsible for insuring that the student is obeying them.
Parents should consult with their local Board of Education to determine what steps
they should follow to meet the requirements of the law.
James Madison does not maintain attendance records of its students. However we
are able to issue a Status letter and Transcript upon request. In order for us to issue
these documents students must have complete a transcript evaluation, completed
one course and current in their tuition payments.
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Getting Started
ORIENTATION
James Madison hosts "live" streaming video chats 2-3 times each week in which
Student Advisors orient new students on everything they need to know in order to
successfully get started with their course/program. Student Advisors guide new
students through activating their student account, accessing their course materials,
requesting transcripts, submitting exams, and learning how to best take advantage
of all the resources that are available to them. The format is highly personalized and
fully interactive. James Madison advisors speak to new students via streaming video,
and students are able to ask questions via online chat, all of which are answered in
"real time" by the advisors. James Madisons Orientation chats are hosted within our
Student Community, but are also simultaneously streamed to multiple sites such as
Facebook and Twitter to reach as many new students as possible. Students who are
unable to attend one of our live Orientation chats can watch the archived sessions at
any time.
STUDENT PORTAL
The student portal can be accessed through the Ashworth Community:
http://community.ashworthcollege.edu
The link to the student portal will be in the top right hand corner of the screen. After
a student has entered the portal, they will see several useful tools to help manage
their account information. To access the first course of the program, click on the
Lessons link.
LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (LMS)
The LMS is where all the courses of the program will be delivered. Students will
complete all reading assignments, exams and projects at this site. In addition,
students will be able to chat with their instructor during scheduled office hours. No
additional log in information is required to access the LMS.
COURSES
All courses are delivered in two parts. Each part will have between 6-10 exams and
represents a half credit. All students are required to complete Introduction to High
School and Health, regardless of transfer credit earned from their previous school.
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EBOOKS
Ebooks are delivered through the LMS using CourseSmart. When you start your
third course you will be asked to create a password the first time you access the
ebook. After that you will not be required to enter a password again, however if you
want to access your textbook outside of the LMS, you will be required to enter it.
Study Tips
Just as there are certain study techniques that work better for your learning styles,
there are also study environments that are more in sync with your learning style. Of
course, there are general guidelines that apply to every style and that are certainly
worth mentioning. No matter how hard you try, you can never learn while watching
TV or talking on the phone. You may struggle through and grasp some level of
learning, but you will be functioning at a level far below your potential.
TOP 5 PLACES NOT TO STUDY EVER
1.
Your Bedroom
The messages received from your bedroom are sleep and relax. These are
messages you do not want to battle when you are trying to be focused and
alert.
2.
The Kitchen Table

This is a place where people gather or come in and out of quite often. Its a
people area, NOT a study area.
3.
The Den or Family Room

Far too many distractions here-- not to mention temptations such as the TV,
phone, computer, and gaming systems. Dont set yourself up for failure by
setting your study place in an area that competes for your attention.
4.
A Coffee Shop or Cafeteria

Save this for a social gathering with friends. Theres far too much talking,
laughing, and a huge temptation for you to people watch instead of study.
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5.
A Sterile, Silent, Colorless Room or Desk

It is true that you do want to set up a study place where there are few
distractions, but do NOT think that it has to be boring and silent or lack
ambience. If you do not enjoy your study place, you will not want to spend
any time there, and when you are there, it will not be a pleasant experience.
That defeats the whole purpose.
So just where is the best place to study? Good question. The truth is, most good
places to study are places you create for the sole purpose of studying. So, what do
you need to include in this study space?
TOP 5 CHARACTERISTICS OF AN EFFECTIVE STUDY SPACE
1.
Make It Comfortable
Your chair should be well padded and supportive (i.e., a high back office chair
and a smooth top desk or an oversized library chair in your room). You do not
want the kind of comfort you feel when you are lounging on the sofa or
stretched out on your bed, but you do need to be free of discomfort. Also,
make sure the temperature is balanced-- not too hot or too cold-- and that the
air is fresh.
2.
A Well-Lit Preferably Natural Light

Natural light, such as light from a window, is better than artificial light, but if
you must use artificial light, remember that incandescent light, or soft white
light, is better than fluorescent.
3.
A Well Stocked Area

Dont waste time gathering all the study materials and other items youll need.
Instead, when you create your study area, make sure you stock it with items
you will need, such as pens, pencils, paper, highlighters, books, calculators,
staplers, and rulers.
4.
An Enhanced Environment
Its very important that your study place be somewhere you enjoy going. The
most effective way to battle the problems of distraction, poor concentration,
and low self-esteem is to improve your learning environment. Suggestions:
plants, pictures, and colorful desk accessories.
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5.
An Area Full of Positive Messages

Create a positive emotional and mental environment. Surround yourself with
things that carry positive messages. By themselves, they wont do much, but
they will be positive encouragements when your mind wanders and you
become frustrated. Motivational posters, quotes, and reminders of your goals
will serve as positive reinforcement of the value of what you are doing and
how vast your potential is.
STUDY GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

It is imperative that you define your study goals and objectives. The best study goals
are always:
Realistic for the Time Allotted
(Example: What is easily accomplished in an hour? A half hour?)
Concrete and Specific
(Example: Read pages 5 20 of the short story in the literature book, NOT
Read some pages in the literature book.)
Significant and Rewardable
(Example: One chapter of reading in history deserves a 15 minute TV break,
snack break, or phone break).
Relevant to Your Priorities
(Finish reviewing chapter 3 in algebra, because there is a test tomorrow is
more important than doing an assignment in English that is not due until the
end of the week).
STUDY KEYS
BELIEVE IN YOURSELF your brain is a complex piece of work and has genius
capacity. It takes time and effort, But if you believe in yourself, you will reach
your true and full potential.
DISCIPLINE YOURSELF Self control and discipline are the cornerstones to

success. Self Discipline is what makes you keep going when the going gets
tough, and this is how study techniques become second nature. When your
self-discipline gives you the strength to maintain your study skills, this is when
your true abilities will soar.
BE PERSISTENT Keep on keeping on! Persistence is more important than

intelligence, luck, and talent.
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DIVIDE AND CONQUER Analyze the task, divide it into smaller, separate tasks,
and put the tasks in priority. Start with the first small step, complete it, and
then cross it off the list.
BECOME AN INFORMATION FILTER You need to learn to distinguish between

what is important to remember and what is not. This takes practice to filter out
the unnecessary information and even more practice to be confident that you
have focused on the correct material.
PRACTICE OUTPUT AS WELL AS INPUT Think of your brain as a computer. The

information you study is data INPUT. Your brain processes this information and
turns it into useful information or OUTPUT. It is up to you to devise several
patterns of output so information can easily be recalled.
DO NOT FEAR MISTAKES Dont be afraid to try something new just because
youre afraid you may get it wrong the first time. Remember: take an action
and if you make a mistake, review the results and identify the mistakes,
decide how to do it better the next time, and then do it again-- only better.
USE ALL OF YOUR DIFFERENT INTELLIGENCES TO CREATE STUDY TOOLS As you

develop your own toolbox of study skills, make use of as many different
intelligences as possible. Combine as many as you can as often as you can and
create a study skills toolbox that empowers you in every way.
ALWAYS BE ACTIVE All study, reading, and listening skills come down to one
thing: You need to USE it. DO something with it. Think about it and evaluate
it, and then WRITE IT DOWN.
PREPAREPREPAREPREPARE Quality preparation makes the difference

between mediocre performance and excellent grades. Prepare your study
environment, your attitude, and your focus, and youll be amazed at the
difference.
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STUDYING AND PARENTING

One of the greatest challenges many distance learners face, though its not
insurmountable, is studying while having to take care of small children. First of all,
give yourself permission to divide your attention.
pretend they arent there.
You cant ignore the kids or
Both safety and love are an issue.
Lets look at some
suggestions for making this situation work for both your children and you.
Give children quality time. Your children have the first right to your time. Make
sure you do not withhold your love by ignoring them in favor of your studies.
Parents who have delayed their high school education must understand that getting
a diploma cannot be their highest priority. Thats not to say that you must totally
sacrifice your education to child rearing, its just that your children come first.
Television.
We do not recommend using your TV set as a surrogate babysitter.
However, with some planning you can use TV as an educational tool during the time
you are studying and supervising the kids activities. A number of public and cable
channels provide interesting, educational programming for younger children.
Give
the little ones an assignment to watch a program and question them afterwards on
what theyve learned. Tell them theyre going to school like you are.
Play groups and co-op baby-sitting. Many parents find time for themselves by
joining with other parents in setting up playgroups and taking turns babysitting
several children at a time.
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A Students Guide to Avoiding Plagiarism

Plagiarism is a violation of the Academic Honesty Policy. Whether it is intentional or
not, plagiarism is cheating; it is both illegal and a breach of academic conduct. This
guide briefly addresses definitions and examples of plagiarism and provides
instructions on how to avoid plagiarism in your assignments.
As a student you will often need to present the ideas and opinions of professionals in
your own words. Your instructor/grader expects you to use the work of others in
your responses; there is no way to avoid this. However, to avoid plagiarism, simply
cite the work of others correctly in APA format, every time.
You should refer often
to the APA Guidelines as well as to a printed or online APA style manual.

The following suggestions can be helpful in preparing your responses.
AVOIDING PLAGIARISM
1. As you take notes, mark the material that is directly copied or paraphrased in a
significant way, perhaps by using a different colored font or by changing the
background color of the information (highlighting the information). When you
finalize your paper, you can easily check to be sure that you have cited this
information.
2. When you are paraphrasing information, read the information and then write it
down from memory. This will help you to avoid using the sentence structure and
words of others. Remember that a paraphrase must still be cited.
3. When quoting directly, copy the persons name that you are quoting into your
notes next to the quote as you take notes and put quotation marks around the
exact words that you copied. Use very few quotes in your papers, quoting only
when the exact phrasing of the information is as important as the information
itself.
4. Always put quotation marks around any direct statement from someone else's
work (or indent and single-space extended quotations). Always give a footnote,
endnote or other form of citation for this quotation.
5. Cite any paraphrase or another writer's ideas of statements.
6. Cite any thoughts you obtained from a specific source in your reading.
7. Cite any material, ideas, thoughts, etc., you received from your reading that
can't be described as general knowledge.
8. Cite any summary (even if your own words) of a discussion from one of your
sources.
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9. Cite any charts, graphs, tables, etc., made by others or any you made using
other's information.
10. Cite any computer algorithm you incorporate into a computer program if you did
not write or create the algorithm yourself. (Excerpt from the Logger, 1995,
p.12.9)
11. Consult your instructor if you have any questions regarding issues of plagiarism
and academic honesty.
Information Which Must Be Cited
Another persons idea, opinion, or theory regardless of the medium

(magazine, book, newspaper, journal, song, email, lecture, TV program,
movie, Web page, letter, advertisement, interview)
Any facts, statistics, graphs, drawingsany pieces of informationthat are

not common knowledge
Quotations of another persons actual spoken or written words
Paraphrase of another persons spoken or written words

Information That Does NOT Have To Be Cited
Generally accepted facts
Ones own experimental results
Ones own experiences, observations, insights, thoughts, or conclusions about

a subject
Common knowledge, including folklore, common sense observations, and

shared information within your field of study or cultural group
APA FORMAT
There are two ways to incorporate the work of others into your work: quoting and
paraphrasing. Use the APA Formatting resources at the bottom of the page
for additional help.
Quote called a direct quote is the use of others exact words and must be
enclosed in quotation marks. These citations should be presented exactly as they are
written and must be attributed to the originator. Note the author names and date in
parentheses in the following example.
Scripts are defined as formats for integrating visuals from a computer
projections, slides, film or videotape into a presentation by one or more persons
(Newsom & Carrell, 2001, p. 374).
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Paraphrase or indirect quotes is material from others work, but it is presented

in your own words. It too must be cited as in the following example.
In general, there are two types of presentations: informational and persuasive
(Newsom & Carrell, 2001).
Useful Resources
Instructional Support Services (ISS): Writing Tutorial Services. (2004). Plagiarism:
What it is and how to recognize and avoid it. Retrieved June 9, 2011, from:
http://www.indiana.edu/~wts/pamphlets/plagiarism.shtml
Purdue University: Online Writing Lab. (2004). Avoiding Plagiarism. Retrieved June
9, 2011, from:
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/research/r_plagiar.html#common#common
Purdue University: Online Writing Lab. (2004). APA Formatting. Retrieved June 9,
2011, from:
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/
IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER
We have access to the internet as well! The internet has made it easier for people to
plagiarize but it has also made it easier for us to find out. If you copy answers or
essays from the internet, we will catch it.
Student Roles and Responsibility

While James Madison is here to provide all students an opportunity to learn in an
online environment that is functional and easy to use, students also hold a
responsibility to James Madison and their studies. All students are expected to
Respect their peers and instructors.
Maintain good academic standing while at Ashworth College.
Follow all deadlines to ensure successful completion of courses.
Complete all assignments and assessments.
Grow academically and intellectually.
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EXAMS AND GRADING

PROGRESSING THROUGH THE COURSE
We recommend that you set aside a regular time each week to study. Your goal
should be to maintain steady progress toward graduation. If you are unable to
complete lesson per week, you should still set a pace that is achievable for you and
stick to it.
Find a pace that works well for you. Do not rush through your courses!
ASSESMENTS
There are assessments at the end of each unit in a course. Some courses have only
a few units and some have many more. Your assessments may be multiple-choice
questions, handwritten exams, essay assignments or specific projects.
Important: Do not submit multiple exams all at once. Always wait on your exam
results before submitting another exam. You can start studying your next lesson but
it is important to know the results of your previous exam before submitting your
next exam.
Please note that handwritten exams are also hand graded. This means that the
results will not be returned to you as quickly as with a multiple choice exam. Please
allow time for your projects and handwritten exams to be processed. Under
normal circumstances we are able to return the graded exam to you in 5-10 business
days.
GRADE CHALLENGE POLICY AND PROCEDURES
James Madison High School faculty members are experts within their fields of study
and have the final authority for assigning grades with the exception of grades that
are found to be a result of arbitrary or capricious grading. If a student believes and is
able to support with clear and credible evidence that capricious or unprofessional
grading has taken place a grade challenge may be initiated on an assignment or on a
final course grade basis.
The grade challenge policy provides guidance on grades within an active course and
governs course final grades. Grade challenges may be made to the faculty on an
individual assignment basis or submitted to the Registrars Office on a final course
grade basis.
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CHALLENGES TO INDIVIDUAL ASSIGNMENTS WHILE A COURSE IS ACTIVE

Individual lesson assessment grades are to be handled between student and faculty
while a course is in session. A grade challenge must be initiated within one (1) week
for individual lesson assignments (threaded discussions, multiple-choice exams,
essays, etc.). The process begins with the original faculty member. The student must
discuss the grade concerns with the faculty member who issued the grade. It is
advisable to use correspondence through a verifiable means such as email.
CHALLENGES TO A FINAL COURSE GRADE AFTER THE COURSE HAS BEEN
COMPLETED
The following policy and procedures apply to all final course grade challenges. The
Grade Challenge Form is to be used only to challenge a course final grade.
1. If a student believes he or she received a final course grade based on
capricious or unprofessional grading the student must discuss within 7 days of
the final grade being posted the dispute with the faculty member who issued
the grade. The correspondence must be tracked through a verifiable means
such as email.
2. If a satisfactory solution cannot be found, the student may request a Grade
Challenge Form from the Registrars Office or download the form from the
student portal (www.myashworth.com). The form is to be completed and
submitted for review to the Registrars Office via email at eryall@jmhs.com or
by fax to 770-417-3030.
3. A Grade Challenge Form must be initiated within 21 days of the final course
grade posting date.
4. After reviewing the Grade Challenge Form and supporting documentation for
completeness, the form will be forwarded to the Chief Academic Officer or
designated representative. If supporting documentation or recommendation is
missing, the form will be returned to the student for completion.
5. The Chief Academic Officer may consult with the faculty member in an
attempt to resolve the dispute. In most cases, the faculty member's decision
is final unless the Vice President determines that extenuating circumstances
warrant a grade change.
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6. Grade challenges may not be appealed beyond the Chief Academic Officer. All
documents submitted for Grade Challenge are entered in the permanent
record of student and faculty.
It is the students responsibility to provide the necessary information to support the
challenge. The students Grade Challenge Form must include all required information
as well as clearly written justification for the grade challenge to be considered. The
burden of proof rests with the student to provide any additional supporting
documentation. Examples of necessary information include: medical verification if
exception is due to illness, with copies of any documentation to substantiate the
request being made, e.g. message center posts. Please Note: Upon submission of a
Grade Challenge Form and any supporting documents, faculty may be notified of the
challenge and asked for their perspective and made aware of documents.
GRADING SYSTEM
Each course is graded by taking the average of the grades received for the exams
and/or assignments within the course. The following point totals correspond to the
following grades:
POINTS
GRADE
100-90
89-80
79-70
65-69
Below 65
All exams can be resubmitted once if you are not satisfied with your score.
Caution: We will record your most recent attempt as your final score for the
exam even if it is lower than your first attempt.
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GRADING CRITERIA
A = Excellent.
The student has demonstrated a thorough understanding of the content and skills
presented in the course and consistently initiates thoughtful questions and can see
many sides of an issue. The student writes logically and clearly. He or she also
integrates ideas throughout the course and, as appropriate, from previously
completed courses in a program.
B = Good to very good.
The B student is an excellent writer and maintains consistent performance and
understanding of course content that goes beyond the minimum requirements.
C = Satisfactory
The C student demonstrates a minimal comprehension of the skills and subject
matter included in the course and accomplishes only the minimum requirements,
while displaying little or no initiative.
D = Below average
The students performance is barely acceptable. Assignments are late or missing and
there is not even a minimal understanding or mastery of course content skills.
F = Failing
Quality and quantity of work is unacceptable.
GRADE CHALLENGE POLICY
The grade challenge policy provides guidance on grades within an active course and
governs course final grades. If a student believes, and is able to support with clear
and credible evidence, that capricious or unprofessional grading has taken place, a
grade challenge may be initiated on an assignment or on a final course grade basis.
Grade challenges may be made on an individual assignment basis through the
Academic Advisors or submitted to the Registrars office on a final course grade
basis.
Challenges to Individual Assignments While a Course Is Active
Individual lesson assessment grades are to be handled between student and
Academic Advisors while a course is in session. A grade challenge must be initiated
within seven (7) days of the grade posting date for individual lesson assignments
(multiple-choice exams, and essays).
The process begins with the student, who
must discuss the grade concerns with the Academic Advisors. The disputed grade
will
be reviewed
and/or
re-graded
as applicable.
It
is advisable to use
correspondence through a verifiable means such as e-mail.

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Challenges to a Final Course Grade After the Course Has Been Completed
The following policy and procedures apply to all final course grade challenges. The
Grade Challenge Form is to be used only to challenge a course final grade.
1. If a student believes that he or she received a final course grade based on
capricious or unprofessional grading, the student must make the Education
Operations office aware of the grade dispute within seven (7) days of the final
grade being posted.
The correspondence must be tracked through a
verifiable means such as e-mail.

2. If a satisfactory solution cannot be reached, the student must submit a Grade
Challenge Form (located on the Student Portal, in this College Academic
Catalog, and in the Student Handbook) to the Registrars office.
3. A Grade Challenge Form must be initiated within 21 days of the final course
grade posting date.
4. After reviewing the Grade Challenge Form and supporting documentation for
completeness, the form will be forwarded to the Chief Academic Officer or
designated representative.
If supporting documentation or justification is
missing, the form will be returned to the student for completion.

5. The Chief Academic Officer may consult with the Education Operations staff
member in an attempt to resolve the dispute.
In most cases, the staff
member's decision is final unless the Vice President determines that

extenuating circumstances warrant a grade change.
6. Grade challenges may not be appealed beyond the Chief Academic Officer.
All documents submitted for Grade Challenge are entered in the permanent
record of the student and faculty member(s).
It is the students responsibility to provide the necessary information to support the
challenge. The students Grade Challenge Form must include all required information
as well as a clearly written justification for the grade challenge to be considered. The
burden of proof rests with the student to provide any additional supporting
documentation. An example of necessary information includes medical verification if
exception is due to illness, with copies of any documentation to substantiate the
request being made, e.g., message center posts. Please note: Upon submission of a
Grade Challenge Form and any supporting documents, the faculty members(s) may
be notified of the challenge and asked for their perspective and made aware of the
supporting documentation.
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Academic Honesty Policy and Process

Academic integrity is the hallmark of excellence and the foundation of higher
education which requires honesty in scholarship, research, and all course work.
Students are expected at all times to submit their own work for all assignments, to
present their own work and ideas in all discussions, and to properly cite original
authors and others when referring to sources used. Students can succeed in their
classes and programs without violating the Academic Honesty Policy.
To maintain the high quality of education provided by James Madison High School,
the Faculty and Administration must address any charge of a violation of academic
honesty in order to preserve the integrity of the high schools programs. At each
penalty level the case is reviewed by the Academic Review Board. The due process
procedures include a formal request for inquiry and research to prove or disprove the
charge. A proven violation carries academic penalties. Students who violate the
Academic Honesty Policy will receive a warning on a first offense, will be put on
probation for a second offense, and will be cancelled from the institution on a third
offense. Students may appeal the cancellation but may not appeal the warning or
the probation. The result of the investigation may lead to the following disciplinary
action that can include but is not limited to:
1. Warning
Documented counseling by staff
Attend training workshop, write a paper on academic integrity
Revision and resubmission of work
Submission of alternate assignment
2. Probation
Documented counseling by staff
Attend training workshop, write a paper on academic integrity
Revision and resubmission of work
Submission of alternate assignment
Fail the assignment
Cancelled from course, suspension from the institution
3. Cancellation
Cancellation from James Madison High School
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The following violation types deserve close attention because they summarize
various violations of academic honesty. This list below is not exhaustive but captures
the predominant violations which occur. Students must strive to honor the
regulations to preserve the integrity of their grades and degrees.
PLAGIARISM AND CHEATING
Plagiarism and cheating are acts of stealing and are types of fraud.
Plagiarism is an act of taking someone elses words or ideas and using them or
representing them as ones own work. This includes not properly citing the
source of the words or ideas. When students use direct quotations, they must
use quotation marks and cite the relevant sources. When students paraphrase
material, quotation marks are not used, but the sources still must be cited.
Students must also cite sources for any use of language, ideas, theories, data,
figures, graphs, programs, electronic information, or illustrations.
Cheating is an act of breaking rules of honest and original work. Cheating

includes purchasing essays, copying another persons assignment or paying
someone to do ones work. It also includes sharing ones own work with another
student by allowing them to copy all or part of ones paper. Students are not
permitted to receive, attempt to receive, knowingly give, or attempt to give any
unauthorized assistance in the preparation of any work required to be submitted
for credit as part of a course.
UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO OFFICIAL HIGH SCHOOL MATERIALS

Students may not take, attempt to take, or in any unauthorized manner gain access
to, alter, or destroy any materials pertaining to the administration of the educational
process (including exams, grade records, answer keys, etc.).
MISREPRESENTATION, FALSIFICATION OF HIGH SCHOOL
ACADEMIC WORK
RECORDS OR
Students will not knowingly provide false information when completing High School
forms or applications (including admissions forms, enrollment agreements, use of
false or counterfeit transcripts, etc.) or in any work submitted for credit as part of a
course.
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MALICIOUS/INTENTIONAL MISUSE OF COMPUTER FACILITIES AND/OR

SERVICES
Students are strictly prohibited from the malicious or intentional misuse of computer
facilities and/or services. Violations of state and federal laws (including copyright
violations, unauthorized access of systems, alteration/damage/destruction or
attempted alteration/damage/destruction, use for profit, etc.) or the High Schools
rules regarding computer usage (including account violations, damage or destruction
of the system and/or its performance, unauthorized copying of electronic
information, use of threatening or obscene language, etc.) will result in immediate
prosecution.
STUDENT IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS
Student numbers are issued to specific people for the purpose of conducting High
School business. Any abuse of these numbers (including obtaining for malicious use
or attempting to obtain for malicious use, false identification or attempted false
identification, etc.), shall be cause for permanent cancellation from the High School.
ACADEMIC HONESTRY APPEAL PROCESS
Students have the opportunity to appeal Academic Cancellation decisions through
the Academic Honesty Appeal process. Forms are available through the registrars
office or through the student portal. Follow the directions on completing the form
and its submission.
Submitting an appeal does not guarantee re-instatement. Your account must be
current prior to any appeal review. If you are reinstated, then you will remain on
Academic Probation until the necessary improvements are made in your academic
performance. Failing to meet the Ashworth standard may result in a second
cancellation from the program. After a second cancellation as a result of academic
performance, you will forfeit your right to an appeal and will remain cancelled
permanently.
REVOCATION OF DIPLOMA POLICY
If, after a diploma has been awarded, a diploma recipient is found responsible for a
violation of the Student Conduct Code involving academic dishonesty or fraud
committed while a student, then James Madison High School may impose, as a
sanction, a revocation of the diploma, subject to internal procedures.
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SHIPMENTS
All courses include an ebook and everything you need to complete the course.
However, some students have opted to have a printed textbook as well. The policy
below applies to all students regardless if you are receiving textbooks.
COURSE SHIPMENT POLICY
James Madison High School ships one course at a time to a student. When
approximately two-thirds of the exams/projects have been returned and passed, the
next course will be made available online, if payments are current. Your transcript
will need to be evaluated before you receive your third course.
You may pay extra for more than one course shipped at a time.
1. To have one years number of courses (General = 4; College Preparatory = 5)
shipped at once:
a. Tuition for one year must be paid in full.
b. Waiver letter must be signed that states you may not receive any refunds
after the courses are shipped.
2. To have all courses shipped at once:
a. Tuition must be paid in full.
b. Subject review form must be reviewed by the student and returned to the
school if courses are being changed.
c. Waiver letter must be signed that states you may not receive any refunds
after the courses are shipped.
d. Contact the school for assistance.
3. Payment for laboratory courses must be received before they can be shipped.
The nonrefundable fee may be paid by charge card, check-by-phone, paper
check, or by adding it to the next months invoice.
Please contact the school for pricing and shipping information.
You have 60 days to notify JMHS if there are any shipment errors, missing courses,
or incomplete or wrong course materials. After 60 days, you will be responsible for
replacement fees.
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SHIPMENT ERRORS
If you receive a shipment that is incorrect or incomplete, please call 1-800-224-7234
for assistance. You have 60 days to notify the school. After 60 days, you will be
responsible for any replacement fees.
REPLACEMENT FEES
If you need to replace any of your study materials, please call for assistance. Your
account must be current before we can reship any items.
There will be a replacement fee for each item. You may have the replacement fee
added to your next invoice with your tuition payment and the item will ship, if your
account is current.
Alternatively, you may pay the replacement fee by check or charge. When the check
or charge has posted to your account, the item will ship.
PROCESSING FEES
A $50 processing fee is required when a course has been shipped to you and you
decide that you want to drop the course. You cannot drop required courses, only
electives.
This processing fee plus any associated replacement fees are required for all dropped
courses. Your account must be current before you can drop a course. Please contact
the school for assistance.
The fees may be added to your next months invoice and the course will be dropped
immediately. If you prefer to pay by a separate check or charge, the course will be
dropped from your program when the check or charge is posted to your account.
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TUITION PAYMENTS
FINANCE OPTIONS
Monthly Payment Plan Option
Students can make a small down payment and break the remaining tuition into low,
interest-free monthly payments. Each month JMHS sends a statement to the student
that reflects the current balance. Students are allowed to adjust the payment
amount and due date. JMHS provides students maximum flexibility by allowing them
to enroll in just one semester at a time. There are no hidden fees and all textbooks
are included in the tuition amount.
For students making monthly payments, the first monthly payment is due one month
after JMHS accepts the student Enrollment Agreement; subsequent payments are
due every month thereafter. Students will be invoiced each month until their tuition
is paid in full. Students who signed up for Auto Bill Pay will have their credit card or
bank account debited every month until their tuition is paid in full. Students are
responsible for updating account information should the card expire or be closed, in
order to avoid late or returned-payment penalties. Students who are paying by
check will have the check sent to their bank for payment electronically through the
automated clearinghouse. If there are insufficient funds in the student account, JMHS
may resubmit the check for payment and a collection fee may be imposed. The first
amounts we receive from the student in monthly payments will be credited toward
the Nonrefundable Fees, Administrative Fees, and/or Registration Fees.
If a student fails to make any payment within 10 calendar days of its due date, JMHS
may cancel this Agreement. In addition, the entire tuition obligation will become due
and payable immediately and the student will no longer be entitled to any refunds
unless the default is cured within 15 calendar days of our notice to the student. A
late fee of $7 will be charged for each monthly payment that is not paid within 10
days of its due date. Under this Agreement, for each check, draft, or money order
that is dishonored, the student will be charged a fee of $20 if such check, draft, or
money order is not made good within 10 days from the date we mail the notice of
such dishonor to the most recent student address shown in our records.
Students must remain current with their monthly payments in order to continue to
receive their course materials. Students cannot obtain transcripts or status letters if
their accounts are past due.
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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Tuition payment must be made in U.S. funds only. Students in Canada and other
foreign countries will be responsible for payment of any applicable transfer fees and
customs duties.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
Some employers pay for education tuition for their employees. Students should
check with their employers to see if they qualify for tuition reimbursement under the
Employee Education Assistance Act, IRS Code, Section 127.
PAYMENT METHODS
In addition to checks and money orders, JMHS also accepts Visa, MasterCard,
American Express, and Discover. Students can choose to pay by mail, phone, or
online.
By Mail: When the monthly statement arrives, students should include a

check, money order, or credit card information, and mail the payment in the
enclosed postage-paid envelope by the due date indicated on the statement.
By Phone: Credit card, debit card, and electronic check payments are
accepted over the phone. Students should contact a Student Services
representative at 800-224-7234 during normal business hours.
Online: Students can make online payments through the JMHS Student Portal
at any time by credit card, debit card, or electronic check. Students should
log into the online Student Portal and follow the simple, step-by-step
instructions.
AUTO BILL PAY

Students can use a credit card to sign up for Auto Bill Pay and receive a savings on
their tuition amount.
E-STATEMENTS
Students can sign up for eStatements via the Student Portal.
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Schedule of Fees
Fee
Purpose of Fee
Fee Amount
Trigger
Admission Fee
Students Fee for processing
$75.00
Enrolling into the HS
admission into the school.

Standard
Students are charged for
Shipping/
the learning management
Technology Fee
system that supports their
Program
$40.00
Enrolling into the

ebook only program.
program
Shipping to
Students are charged for
$150.00
Enrolling into a
addresses outside
shipping course materials
one-time fee
degree program or
the continental
outside of the continental
United States
U.S.
Transcript
The first copy of a
$5.00 per
Student requests a
Request Fee
transcript is free. There will
transcript
copy of their
certificate.
be a fee for all other
transcript
transcripts requested.
Portfolio
Students are charged a fee
Assessment Fee
to evaluate portfolios that
$50.00
A charge is added to
the account when
are submitted.
the student portfolio

has been evaluated
Program Change
A student may switch
$50.00 per
Student requesting
Fee
between general and
program
a switch in
college prep at any time by
change
programs.
A late fee will be charged
$7.00 per
Students monthly
for each monthly payment
late payment
payment not being
paying a program transfer

fee.
Late Fee
that is not paid within 10
made within 10 days
days of its due date.
of its due date.
Dishonored check,
For each check, draft, or
$20.00 per
A dishonored check,
draft, or money
money order that is
dishonored
draft, or money
order
dishonored, the student will
check, draft,
order not made
be charged a fee if such
or money
good within 10 days
check, draft, or money
order
from the date JMHS
order is not made good
mails the student
within 10 days from the
notice of such
date JMHS notifies the
dishonor.
student.
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Registration Fee
Registration fee
The lesser of
Enrolling into a
(a) 20% of
degree program or
the Total
certificate and
Price listed
cancelling before
on the
completing 5% of
Enrollment
the program.
Agreement
and (b)
$200.
Readmission Fee
Students whose accounts
$25.00
have been canceled (but
Student requests to
be readmitted
have not been academically

dismissed) are eligible for
reinstatement or
readmission and will be
charged a fee to do so.
Replacement
There will be a fee for all
Diploma Fee
replacement diplomas
$25.00
Student requests a
replacement
requested.
diploma
Refunds
The refund due to the student will be the Amount Paid to Date less the Amount Owed
by Student as of the date the student cancellation is accepted and processed. If the
Amount Owed by Student is greater than Amount Paid To Date as of the date of
cancellation, the student owes JMHS the difference and such amount is payable
within 30 days. Upon cancellation, a student whose tuition is paid in full is entitled to
receive all materials, including kits and equipment.
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Refund Policy
GENERAL CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY
Students may cancel their program at any time.
Cancellation requests may be
submitted in any manner, but a written request is recommended.

If Students Withdraw
Amount Student
Owes
Within 5 calendar days of the day the student enrolls/signs this
$0 full refund
Agreement
After 5 calendar days:
Nonrefundable Fees +
If the student has not submitted any lessons
Registration Fees
If the student has submitted less than 10% of the lessons
Registration Fees +
10% of Adjusted
Tuition
If the student has submitted 10% or more of the lessons but less
than 25% of the lessons
Registration Fees +
25% of Adjusted
Tuition
If the student has submitted 25% or more of the lessons but less
than 50% of the lessons
Registration Fees +
50% of Adjusted
Tuition
If the student has submitted more than 50% of the lessons
Registration Fees +
100% of Adjusted
Tuition
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Rights and Responsibilities

MAINTENANCE AND CONFIDENTIALITY OF STUDENT RECORDS
James Madison High Schools policy regarding confidentiality is in keeping with the
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), which affords student certain
rights with respect to their education records. This includes the following.
1. The right to inspect and review the student's education records within 45 days
of the day James Madison High School receives a request for access
2. The right to request the amendment of the student's education records that
the student believes are inaccurate
3. The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information
contained in the student's education records, except to the extent that FERPA
authorizes disclosure without consent.
One exception which permits
disclosure without consent is disclosure to school officials with legitimate

educational interests. School officials are individuals or entities working for or
on the behalf of the educational institution. A school official has a legitimate
educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order
to fulfill his or her professional responsibility.
As allowed within FERPA
guidelines, James Madison High School may disclose education records

without consent to officials of another school, upon request, in which a
student seeks or intends to enroll.
4. The right to file a complaint with the US Department of Education concerning
alleged
failure
by
James
Madison
High
School
to
comply
with
the
requirements of FERPA
At its discretion, James Madison High School may provide Directory Information in
accordance with the provisions of the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act.
Directory Information is defined as that information which would not generally be
considered harmful or an invasion of privacy if disclosed.
Students may withhold
Directory Information by notifying the Registrar in writing; please note that such
withholding requests are binding for all information to all parties other than for those
exceptions allowed under the Act.
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FERPA POLICY STUDENT RIGHT TO PRIVACY POLICY

Buckley Amendment
The Buckley Amendment, or the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974
(FERPA), is a law regarding the protection of a students education records.
postsecondary school is required to provide certain privacy protections for those

education records that it does maintain.
Education records include both directory
and non-directory information.

This law applies to institutions that receive federal funds through programs that are
administered by the United States Department of Education.
James Madison High
School has adopted this policy as the industry standard in records maintenance and
operations.
Access to Information
An eligible student under FERPA is a student who has reached 18 years of age or
attends a postsecondary institution. In order to disclose education information about
an eligible student attending James Madison High School, we would need his or her
written consent to share personally identifiable information beyond the directory
information.
against
However, there are a number of exceptions to FERPA's prohibition
nonconsensual
disclosure
of
personally
identifiable
information
from
education records.
For students who are 17 or younger, all rights regarding education records are given
to the students parents.
Internally, each James Madison High School employees access to a students
education information is based on a legitimate educational interest and need to
know.
Education Record
An education record is any record that is maintained by James Madison High School
in its educational process. Transcripts or a grade report would be examples of this.
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Directory Information
FERPA does allow institutions to declare certain items to be defined as Directory
Information.
Directory Information can be given out without the prior consent of
the eligible student or parent. For James Madison High School, Directory Information
includes the following:
Name
Dates of Attendance
Major
Degree Awarded, if any
Distinction (Honors, Deans List, etc)
Students may request that their Directory Information be made private.

Information that has not been declared Directory Information will require a release
from the student before it can be shared.
Examples of Confidential Information
Examples of confidential information are below, although this is not an exhaustive
list.
Grades
GPA
E-mail Address
Phone Number
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NonDiscrimination Policy
James Madison High School is committed to providing an environment that is free
from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, or
veteran status in its educational programs, activities, and/or employment practices.
If any student, teacher, staff, or applicant has a question or concern regarding
compliance with this policy, that person may direct the question or concern to the
Director of Student Services.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

James Madison High School complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of
1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and subsequent
amendments. It is the policy of James Madison High School not to exclude or deny
individuals with disabilities an equal opportunity to participate in, and have access
to, educational program benefits and services. The ADA does not require
modifications or adjustments that would fundamentally alter the nature of the
education or the learning outcomes of a course or degree program being sought,
lower the academic standards, or compromise the integrity of the school,
department, or program. The ADA does not require an institution to bear undue
hardship which includes any action that is unduly costly, extensive, or disruptive.
James Madison High School grants reasonable accommodations to qualified students
with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are granted with documented proof of
the claimed disability as long as the accommodation does not compromise essential
requirements of a course or a program of study, and/or does not impose a financial
administrative burden beyond what is deemed reasonable and customary. To qualify
for support, students must complete and submit the James Madison High School
Verification of Disability Form, available on the Student Portal, in this High School
Catalog, and in the Student Handbook.
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Student Identity Verification Procedures

Student Identification Numbers
Student numbers are issued to specific people for the purpose of conducting James
Madison High School business. It is the responsibility of the student to protect the ID
from other people learning of it or using it. Any abuse of these numbers (including
obtaining for malicious use or attempting to obtain for malicious use, and false
identification or attempted false identification) shall be cause for permanent
dismissal from James Madison High School. (See Academic Honesty Policy)
Student Portal Access
Students are required to create a password to access the Ashworth Community and
Student Portal. The Student Portal is where a student can view his or her Academic
and Personal records and should only be accessed by the student on the account.
Students should protect their password from others and not share it with anyone
else. School employees do not know the students password and can only reset it
upon request. If the password is reset, the student will be instructed to create a new
one before he or she is able to access his or her account.
eBooks
James Madison uses CourseSmart to deliver all eBooks in its courses. Students will
be required to create a separate password for their eBook account the first time they
access their eBook account. School employees do not know student passwords and
cannot reset them. Students who forget their password or need it reset will need to
contact CourseSmart directly.
E-mail
James Madison will use the e-mail listed on the students account to send Academic
and School updates. These communications can be personal in nature and for this
reason we recommend that students use an e-mail that is not shared with others.
Student Verification
If James Madison suspects that a students account has been compromised, we may
block access until we have verified the students identity. This process is done only to
protect the students interest. Students are responsible for all comments, exams,
and assignments posted on their account. If a student believes that his or her
account was compromised by someone else, he or she must change the password
immediately and notify the school.
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Complaint Procedures
Student Complaint Policy
Student complaints should be brought to the attention of the college in an informal
fashion. Informal resolution includes, but is not exclusive of, communication with
academic advisors, student representatives, faculty, or with a department or
institution representative in question. Many issues can be resolved informally once
the college is aware of the concern. It is important to keep documents and records
that provide evidence of any issue.
If informal steps do not resolve the issue, the next step is the formal process. After
exhausting informal means to a resolution, the student can submit a Student
Complaint Form to the appropriate department representative as per the instructions
on the form. This form is available on the Student Portal, in this College Academic
Catalog, and in the Student Handbook.
To file a complaint with James Madison High School, students must submit the
Student Complaint Form, preferably via e-mail, within 30 days of occurrence of the
issue or event.
Complaints regarding administrative, financial, technical, student
service, or community issues should be sent to the Director of Student Services.

Complaints regarding faculty/academic advisor performance, program content,
program effectiveness, or library services should be directed to the Chief Academic
Officer.
For complaints about grades, students should follow the Grade Challenge
Policy.
All complaints regarding harassment on the basis of gender, race, color,
religion, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation should be directed to

the Chief Academic Officer. Contact information is included in the Student Complaint
Form, located on the Student Portal, in this College Academic Catalog, and in the
Student Handbook.
Upon submission of a complaint form and any supporting documents, the student will
be notified of any outcome of an official review and determination within 30 days
after James Madison High School receives the complaint. All documents will become
a permanent part of a students record.
If the student believes that the proposed resolution was unsatisfactory, students
may follow the Student Grievance Policy.
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Student Grievance Policy

A grievance may arise out of a decision reached or action taken by a member of the
faculty, staff, or administration of James Madison High School. A basic grievance is
that the college has violated a published policy. The Student Grievance Policy does
not include grade appeals. The purpose of the Student Grievance Policy is to provide
a process for an impartial review and to ensure that the rights of students are
properly recognized and protected.
The first step to resolve a grievance is to ensure that all informal and formal
channels of resolution have been exhausted first per the Student Complaint Policy.
If the student believes that the resolution received was unsatisfactory, the student
may contact the agencies below.
Please note that these agencies require that a
complainant work with the institution first to exhaust all avenues for resolution.
Georgia state agency:

Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission (NPEC)
2082 East Exchange Place, Suite 220, Tucker, GA 30084
Distance Education Training Council (DETC):

DETC: Contact online at www.detc.org.
Better Business Bureau: BBB

BBB: Contact online at www.bbb.org.
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Termination Policy
TERMINATION FOR NOT PASSING 8TH GRADE
Students under the age of 18 must supply proof that they have passed the 8th grade
and/or were promoted to the 9th grade. Students who are unable to provide proof
will be unable to continue with the program; termination will be according to the
contract between the student and the school.
TERMINATION FOR GRADES
James Madison High School strives to provide all of our students with all of the skills
expected of a high school graduate. With this in mind, JMHS has adopted academic
standards that we expect all of our students to maintain. Failure to meet these
academic standards may result in academic termination for grades.
Students who fail four or more lessons in the Introductory Course will automatically
be subject to academic termination for grades.
Students in the General and Career Programs are expected to earn a C or higher in
each course. Students in the College Preparatory program are expected to earn a
B or higher in each course. If a student falls below these standards, a JMHS
Student Advisor will review the students performance and place the student on
academic probation, require a switch to General (for College Prep students) or
consider academic termination for grades.
Students who are terminated for grades have the opportunity to appeal for reenrollment. If you decide to appeal, please contact JMHS and a letter will be sent to
you defining the guidelines of a proper appeal. If you are terminated for grades a
second time, no appeal for re-enrollment will be allowed.
If we terminate you due to exceptionally poor academic performance, you may be
entitled to a refund or you may owe the school additional tuition. This is based on
the number of lessons youve completed and the tuition youve paid. Any amount
you owe or are due will be determined by the Tuition Protection Agreement printed
on the back of our Enrollment Agreement. The Enrollment Agreement is a contract
you have signed with the school, and it follows the guidelines of the Distance
Education and Training Council.
Any credits earned will be awarded only when all applicable fees are paid in full.
Only the school, at its discretion, can initiate the academic termination procedure.
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TERMINATION FOR INAPPROPRIATE CONDUCT

James Madison High School expects all students to communicate with the school in a
courteous manner. No calls, e-mails, or written communication may be made in a
profane manner. No work submitted for grading may contain profanity or be of an
inappropriate subject.
Parents and/or guardians may speak on the behalf of minors. Students may not
impersonate their parent/guardian on the phone, or in any form of correspondence.
JMHS is an educational institution. Please be sure that your e-mail address is
appropriate for use in a school. If it is not, we will request that you change to one
that is appropriate or to not use e-mail.
Any student violating the above policies will be terminated from the program.
Termination fees will be determined by the Enrollment Agreement between the
student and the school.
Any credits earned will be awarded only when all fees are paid in full. A transcript will
not be sent until all fees are paid in full.
TERMINATION FOR ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
Academic dishonesty will result in the following consequences.
1.
Academic termination may result immediately.
2.
Students will not receive any credits earned with James Madison High
School.
3.
A student who is terminated for academic dishonesty will be required to pay

any applicable cancellation fees per the Enrollment Agreement.
4.
The student may not reenroll in James Madison High School.
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High School diploma programs

STUDY TRACKS
When you enrolled, you selected the General Diploma Program, or College
Preparatory Diploma Program. All programs are aligned to the state of Georgia
requirements and the Common Core Standards.
GENERAL Track: 23 cREDITS
The General Track is for students who want to earn a high school
diploma and intend to continue their education at a community college
or technical school.
Many community colleges will accept students with a general diploma.
However, JMHS suggests that you contact the college of your choice to
ask about the admission requirements. It is important to know at the
beginning of your JMHS program the classes that you need, not at the
end.
The general diploma program can be completed in two to three years if

a steady work pace is set. Each student is allowed four years from the
date of enrollment to finish.
College Preparatory Track: 23 creditS
The College Preparatory Track is for students who plan to continue

their education at a postsecondary institution. It offers more
challenges, demands more of the high school student, and has written
assignments, research projects, and more problem-solving
assignments.
The college preparatory diploma program can be completed in three to

four years if a steady work pace is set. Each student is allowed four
years from the date of enrollment to finish.
In extenuating circumstances, a student may apply for a six-month extension

beyond four years to complete a diploma program. Approval is at the
discretion of the Academic Principal of James Madison High School.
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General Track
College Preparatory Track
23 Credits*
23 Credits*
Introduction To High School
Introduction To High School
Health
Health
Pre-Algebra
Algebra I
English I
English I
Vocabulary Studies
Biology
Open Elective**
Reading and Literature
American History
Spanish I
Physical Science
American History
English II
Geometry
Algebra I
English II
Personal Finance
Chemistry
Open Elective**
Spanish II
U.S. Gov. and Economics
Vocabulary Studies
Biology
Algebra II
English III
U.S. Gov. and Economics
Geometry
English III
Public Speaking
Personal Finance
World History
Physics
Earth Science
World History
English IV
Pre-Calculus
Algebra II
English IV
Open Elective**
Open Elective**
Open Elective**
Earth Science
Course are delivered in 2 parts, each .5 credits.
**
We have selected courses for your electives; you may choose other courses
on the Student Portal using the list provided on the portal.
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OPEN ELECTIVES
Below are courses you may choose for your elective choices. The courses in bold are
the courses we have recommended and have preselected for your program. If you
would like you change these selections, please visit the Student Portal and make
your selection.
General Track
College Prep Track
Career Track
Geography
Pre-Calculus
Spanish III
Geometry
Spanish I
Algebra II
Spanish II
Pre-Calculus
Spanish III
Spanish I
Geography
Spanish II
Chemistry
Spanish III
Physics
Geography
Accounting
Chemistry
Introduction to Sales
Fitness
Fitness
Nutrition
If you plan to attend college after graduation, please consult with their registrar to
get information on what courses you should take as your electives. We selected
language courses based on our knowledge of what is typically expected on High
School Graduates; however some programs may want you to take more
science and math courses.
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GRADUATION
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
To earn a high school diploma from JAMES MADISON HIGH SCHOOL, you must meet the
following requirements:
You must complete at least five courses with JAMES MADISON HIGH SCHOOL.
You must pass all courses.
You must meet all of your financial obligations with JAMES MADISON HIGH
You must complete 23 credits.
SCHOOL by paying your balance in full.
You must be enrolled in the program for more than 6 months.
GRADUATION ITEMS
Upon graduation, you will receive the following:
Diploma (usually in 2-3 weeks)
Unofficial transcript (usually in 2-3 weeks)
Ring (you will be sent information on how to order your ring as you near
graduation. After you graduate, the ring will be delivered in 8-10 weeks.)
GRADUATION WITH HONORS

Students who graduate with 3.0 or higher will be eligible for James Madisons Honor
Society and will receive special recognition on their diploma.
GRADUATION CEREMONY
Starting in 2007, James Madison began a tradition of celebrating and honoring the
achievements of our graduates in a yearly graduation ceremony in Atlanta, Georgia.
Every year, hundreds of students make the journey to receive their high school and
career diplomas, undergraduate and graduate certificates, and associate, bachelors
and masters degrees. Information on graduation is posted on the JMHS Web site
early in the year for the summer celebration. Please note that the graduation date
changes each year.
Students eligible to graduate must meet the graduation requirements for their
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specific programs. In order to walk across the stage and receive their degree,
diploma, or certificate, students must register with JMHS, reserve a cap and gown
through James Madison High School, and participate in the graduation rehearsal.
JMHS Career Services
There are at least three ways that James Madison provides career support services. JMHS
provides the Ashworth Career Center resources. And, the Ashworth Community is a place
to connect with others who have similar career interests.
Career Search Manual

See Career Search Manual available in career course materials.
Career Center
http://www.ashworthcollege.edu/resources/career-center/
Career Articles
http://www.ashworthcollege.edu/resources/career-center/articles/
Get tips on writing your resume and cover letter, learn the dos and don'ts of
interviews, and read about exciting new career possibilities.
Career Profiles
http://www.ashworthcollege.edu/resources/career-center/career-profiles/
Ever wonder what you could do with your degree? Get information on the jobs
available to individuals with your education and experience.
Salary Stats
http://www.ashworthcollege.edu/resources/career-center/salary-stats/
Learn your salary potential with earnings estimates based on occupations and years
of experience.
Career Outlook Guide

http://www.ashworthcollege.edu/resources/career-center/career-outlook-guide/
View up-and-coming career trends, learn the training and education needed, find out
what workers do on the job, assess working conditions, and more.
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Delta Epsilon Tau Honor Society Membership

http://www.ashworthcollege.edu/community/alumni/delta-epsilon-tau/
Graduating JMHS students who have achieved a cumulative grade point average of
3.0 or higher can be nominated for membership in Delta Epsilon Tau, an
international honor society.
ASHWORTH COMMUNITY
JMHS offers its students and alumni access to a career job board, program, and
interest-specific groups and fields within its online Community. Participation is
voluntary.
Job Board
http://community.ashworthcollege.edu/community/career-services/job-board
Groups
http://community.ashworthcollege.edu/groups
Fields
http://community.ashworthcollege.edu/community/fields
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Teachers and Qualifications
Sherri Billings, M.A., Kennesaw State University

State of Georgia Educator Certificate GACE Skills Test I, II & III and Mathematics 022 & 023
Sherri has been working with students in all areas of math since 1999. In addition to
her teaching experience, she started a satellite GED prep program and has earned a
Masters degree in Teaching Mathematics.
Bryan Carver, B.S., University of Georgia
State of Georgia Educator Certificate T-4, Secondary Science grades 7-12
Bryan is one of James Madisons original teachers and has over 10 years of teaching
experience in Biology, Chemistry, Computers, Health, Marine Science, and Physical
Science.
Ingrid Herrmann, M.D., Guadalajara Medical School, MPH Florida International
University
Ingrid has over 10 years of teaching experience in Biology, Chemistry, and, in
addition to her teaching Biology at James Madison, she is a College Professor of
Microbiology and Nutrition at Santa Fe College.
Merrol Moore, B.S., Kennesaw State University
State of Georgia Educator Certificate T-4 English 6-12
Merrol has over 10 years of classroom experience teaching English and was winner of
the 2009 Fulton County Schools Collaboration Award. In addition, she is a member of
Sigma Tau Delta (English Honor Society), Phi Kappa Phi, and the National Society of
Collegiate Scholars.
Andy Pasarilla, M.Ed, Piedmont College
State of Georgia Educator Certificate T-6, Comprehensive Social Science Grades 7-12
Andy has distinguished himself in the classroom, receiving nominations for Teacher
of the Year three times and is listed in Whos Who among American High School
Teachers. Andy has taught Geography, Economics, and American Government.
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Leslie Retchko, M.A., Armstrong Atlantic University

State of Georgia Educator Certificate Math GACE Test 022, 023
Leslies core belief is that every student has the ability to excel academically. She
has over 20 years of experience in teaching math and is one of the original teachers
of James Madison.
Angela Ruff, B.S.E., Western Illinois University
State of Georgia Educator Certificate, Spanish (P-12), ESOL Endorsement
Angela has taught Spanish for over 20 years at all levels. She has spent time in
Mexico, Costa Rica, and Peru, studying the language, and has a passion for teaching.
Eric Schlegel, M.Div, Vanderbilt University
State of Georgia Educator Certificate Math (6-12)
Eric has extensive experience in delivering differentiated math instruction to students
utilizing a variety of assessment tools, utilization of technology, cooperative learning
strategies, investigative learning activities, motivational strategies, and questioning
techniques.
Emily White, M.A., Miami University (OH)
Certificates: RICA, CSET, CBEST
Emily is also a Graduate Assistant at the University of South Carolina. She has a love
for literature and is a passionate and imaginative communicator. She has taught
Journalism and English in High School and College-level classes.
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COURSES
COURSE SPECIFICS
The following is a list of all James Madison High School courses and whether they are
required or may be chosen as an elective in the two diploma programs. JMHS will
choose all of your courses and set up your program of study after your transcript has
been evaluated but you will have the option to change one or several courses or
leave your schedule as it is. Items you will need to provide are also listed, if
applicable. You should not choose a course if you do not have or have access to the
items needed.
Science laboratory courses are offered for an extra fee. Students must have had or
be taking the corresponding science course to be eligible to take the laboratory class.
If students are going to a postsecondary institute after high school graduation,
please ask if a laboratory course is required. Most colleges do require laboratory
science courses. These classes are extra electives and do not count in the number of
electives listed for each diploma program. Please contact JMHS for more information.
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BUSINESS AND LIFE SKILLS
Accounting
Using examples from the business world to illustrate concepts, Accounting I will
provide an introduction to accounting before focusing on the basic accounting cycle,
and accounting for payroll systems.
Credits: 1 Unit
Course ID: CE021, CE022
Course Area: Business
Course Type: Academic/General
Personal Finance
Personal Finance explores one of the most important aspects of life planning. This
course covers a variety of topics including Income Tax Planning, Consumer Credit,
Insurance, Investments and Retirement planning.
Credits: 1 Unit
Sales careers enable student to not only be able to sell any product with ease, but
have the confidence to approach total strangers and make a connection with them.
This course is for anyone interested in a Sales career or just wants to learn skills to
help in all aspects of business.
Credits: 1 Unit
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Fitness
This course teaches the importance of Exercise and Wellness. Topics include
Cardiovascular Fitness, Flexibility, Body Mechanics, Diet and Weight Management.
Credits: 1 Unit
Course Area: Life Skills
Nutrition
This Course will introduce student to healthy eating and what is in the food student
eat. The topics that will be covered include: Nutritional Guidelines, Vitamins,
Minerals, Food Safety and eating for peak performance.
Credits: 1 Unit
Introduction to High School

An introduction to the policies of James Madison High School and the skills necessary
to be a successful distance learner. This High School Course is only offered as part of
the College Prep Diploma program and the General Diploma program.
Credits: 1 Unit
Course ID: JM011, JM012
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FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Spanish I
Achieve proficiency in basic Spanish spelling, vocabulary, grammar and punctuation
with the goal of engaging in simple conversations, expressing oneself in common
situations, writing in Spanish and understanding Spanish dialogue. This course
includes multiple choice exams that can be taken online and hand graded exams.
Credits: 1 Unit
Course ID: LA021, LA022
Course Area: Foreign Language
Course Type: Academic/College Prep
Spanish II
Intermediate study of fundamental Spanish, with emphasis on grammatical
structures and conversation. Prerequisite: Spanish I. General Program elective; three
language courses required for College Prep Program. This course includes multiple
choice exams that can be taken online and handgraded exams.
Credits: 1 Unit
Spanish III
Advanced study of fundamental Spanish, with emphasis on grammatical structures
and conversation. Prerequisite: Two years of Spanish. General Program elective;
three language courses required for College Prep Program.
Credits: 1 Unit
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LANGUAGE ARTS
English I
An examination of classical and contemporary non-fiction, poetry, short stories,
drama, and novels, focusing on the integration of the three fundamental disciplines
of language arts: literature, grammar, and composition. Skills are developed through
a series of writing assignments. This course includes multiple choice exams that can
be taken online and handgraded exams.
Credits: 1 Unit
Course ID: EN011 and EN012
Course Area: English
Course Type: General
English for Life and Work II
A continuation of English for Life and Work I, which builds on the foundations, set in
the first course, through further examination of popular literature genres. This course
includes multiple choice exams that can be taken online and handgraded exams.
Credits: 1 Unit
Course ID: EN021, EN022
English for Life and Work III
Follows English for Life and Work II, emphasizing the analysis of American literature,
including short stories, novels, non-fiction, poetry, and drama and a review of
grammar, usage, and composition. This course includes multiple choice exams that
can be taken online and handgraded exams.
Credits: 1 Unit
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English for Life and Work IV

The final course in the series, including readings and study of additional selections of
classical and contemporary literature. Includes review lessons in grammar and
composition. This course includes multiple choice exams that can be taken online and
handgraded exams.
Credits: 1 Unit
College Preparatory English I

The techniques involved in the creation of various genres and styles of literature.
Includes readings from myths, fables, novels, drama, and biography, with attention
to the use of grammatical structures, vocabulary, and theme development. Includes
essay assignments. Students read a novel and use it in a project. This course
Credits: 1 Unit
College Preparatory English II

An examination of the genres, writing techniques, themes, and styles associated with
fine literature. Emphasis is on vocabulary and writing skill development. Includes
essay assignments. Students read a novel and use it in a project. This course
Credits: 1 Unit
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College Preparatory English III

The literary genres, themes, and styles of American Literature. Grammar,
vocabulary, and writing skills are developed through exercises and are assessed
through required essay exams. Students read a novel and use it in a project. This
course includes multiple choice exams that can be taken online and handgraded
exams.
Credits: 1 Unit
College Preparatory English IV

A chronologically organized study of the genres, themes, and styles of British
Literature. Literary techniques, grammar, vocabulary, and writing skills are
developed through exercises and are assessed through required essay exams.
Students read a novel and use it in a project.
This course includes multiple choice
exams that can be taken online and handgraded exams.
Credits: 1 Unit
Reading/Literature
A study of short stories, novels, non-fiction, poetry, and drama from American and
European literature. This course includes multiple choice exams that can be taken
online.
Credits: 1 Unit
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Vocabulary Studies
Study the Greek and Latin bases, prefixes, and suffixes that serve as the foundation
for so much of our language. Etymological, or root, meanings of words are analyzed
and compared to current meanings and usages. This course includes multiple choice
exams that can be taken online and handgraded exams.
Credits: 1 Unit
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MATHEMATICS
Pre-Algebra
Making the transition from concrete arithmetic to the abstract concepts of Algebra I
and Geometry. This course includes multiple choice exams that can be taken online
and handgraded exams.
Credits: 1 Unit
Course ID: MA021, MA022
Course Area: Mathematics
Algebra I
The fundamentals of algebraic and geometric problem solving are explained.
Common Core standards are taught and reinforced as the student learns how to
apply the concepts in real life situations
Credits: 1 Unit
Course Type: General/Academic
Algebra II
Intermediate algebra and geometry, with introductory trigonometry and algebraic
concepts. Common Core standards are taught and reinforced as the student learns
how to apply the concepts in real life situations. Prerequisites: Algebra I and
Geometry.
Credits: 1 Unit
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Pre-Calculus
A foundation for success in calculus, beginning with a review of algebra, geometry,
and the basics of trigonometry and upper level algebraic concepts. Prerequisites:
Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II. Prerequisites: Algebra II.
Credits: 1 Unit
General Mathematics
Fundamental mathematical concepts encompassing whole numbers, fractions,
decimals, percents, and measurement, as well as solving and using equations.
Mathematical problem-solving is integrated with real-world situations to make the
exploration of math a relevant experience. Sets the stage for the study of Algebra,
Geometry, and beyond.
Credits: 1 Unit
Geometry
An advanced course covering geometric figures, master proofs, theorems, and other
geometric concepts. Prerequisite: Algebra I.
Credits: 1 Unit
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SCIENCE
Biology
In-depth coverage of biology topics related to the characteristics, behaviors, growth
and development, and classifications of living things. Students think critically about
the earths natural environment and appreciate the diversity and interactions of life
forms, including humans. Scientific methods related to theories and hypotheses,
experimentation, and data gathering techniques are taught with a view toward realworld applications. Lab course is separate.
Credits: 1 Unit
Course ID: SC041,SC042-General, SC051,SC052-Academic
Course Area: Science
Chemistry
Understanding chemical principles through experimental observations and data, and
how these principles can be used to explain phenomena in daily life. Lab course is
separate. Lab course is separate. Prerequisite: Algebra I and Geometry.
Credits: 1 Unit
Course ID: SC081, SC082
Physics
Theoretical and practical physics, challenging the student to understand the realistic
balance between theory and practical applications of key concepts. Lab course is
separate. Lab course is separate. Prerequisite: Algebra I and Geometry.
Credits: 1 Unit
Course ID: SC091,SC092
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Health Science
Issues in social, mental, physical, and nutritional health, providing a foundation on
which to make decisions that promote well-being.
Credits: 1 Unit
Physical Science
A conceptual approach to understanding physical science concepts and how they
relate to everyday life and the world around us. Lab course is separate.
Credits: 1 Unit
Earth Science
A fascinating exploration of earth science principles and how they relate to everyday
life experiences and observations, introducing fundamental concepts of geology,
oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy.
Credits: 1 Unit
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SCIENCE LABS
Physical Science Lab Kit

Hands-on exercises and safe experiments that demonstrate the fundamental
chemistry and physics principles learned in Physical Science. Some equipment is
provided, with students providing common materials found at home. Extra credit
elective for either Program; additional fee required
Credits: 1 Unit
Course ID: SC20
Biology Lab Kit

Development of the scientific literacy and inquiry associated with biology. The
scientific method is demonstrated through various activities including analysis,
dissections, and microscope probes. Some equipment is provided, with students
providing common materials found at home. Extra credit elective for either Program;
additional fee required
Credits: 1 Unit
Course ID: SC21
Chemistry Lab Kit

A reinforcement of the principles of chemistry through laboratory experiments,
emphasizing the formation of conclusions by observation...data collection, analysis,
and interpretation...and manipulating apparatus. Some equipment is provided, with
students providing common materials found at home. Extra credit elective for either
Program; additional fee required
Credits: 1 Unit
Course ID: SC22
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Physics Lab Kit

Key principles of physics demonstrated through a variety of exercises and safe
experiments. Some equipment is provided, with students providing common
materials found at
home. Extra credit elective for either Program; additional fee required
Credits: 1 Unit
Course ID: SC23
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SOCIAL STUDIES
General World History

An in-depth study of our global communitys past, emphasizing the people and
events that changed past societies and how these changes affect our modern
society. Additional skills learned throughout the course will culminate in one final
research project.
Credits: 1 Unit
Course ID: SS051, SS052
Course Area: Social Studies
American History
A thematic approach to the history of America, with themes drawn from the social
science disciplines, provides an understanding of how past events affect us today.
Additional skills learned throughout the course will culminate in one final research
project.
Credits: 1 Unit
Course ID: SS031, SS032- General, SS041, SS042- Academic
American Government and Economics

An in-depth examination of the political system in the United States, and how
American citizens practice free enterprise to produce, exchange, and consumer
goods and services in a democracy.
Credits: 1 Unit
Course ID: SS011, SS012- General, SS021, SS022- Academic
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World Geography
Exploration of the earths physical features and the humans, animals, and plants that
inhabit the planet. Examine the origins and interactions of people, places, and things
and discover why and how physical and human features occur and how their
interactions have shaped countries and culture. Emphasis is placed on understanding
and interpreting geographic and environmental data to make practical solutions for a
better future.
Credits: 1 Unit
College Preparatory World History

An in-depth study of our global communitys past, emphasizing the people and
events that changed past societies and how these changes affect our modern
society.
Credits: 1 Unit
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Appendix
The following forms are provided here.
Grade Challenge Form
Student Complaint Form
Transcript Request Form
Additional forms can be requested by emailing: registrar@jmhs.com
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GRADE CHALLENGE FORM

Please review the Grade Challenge Policy and Procedures. This Grade Challenge Form is only to be used
with regard to the course final grade. Grade challenges on a final course grade must be initiated within
three (3) weeks of the final grade posting date. Grade challenges may not be appealed beyond the Chief
Academic Officer.
The process begins with the original faculty member. The student must discuss the challenge with the
faculty member who issued the grade. If a satisfactory solution cannot be found, the student may
submit a Grade Challenge Form to the Registrars Office. After reviewing the Grade Challenge Form and
supporting documentation for completeness, the form will be forwarded to the Chief Academic Officer.
The Chief Academic Officer consults with the faculty member in an attempt to resolve the challenge. In
most cases, however, the faculty member's decision is final unless the Chief Academic Officer
determines that extenuating circumstances warrant a grade change. A resolution to the situation and/or
the grade change will be made in consultation with the faculty member.
It is the students responsibility to provide the necessary information to support the challenge. Examples
of necessary information include: Medical verification if exception is due to illness, copies of any
documentation to substantiate the request being made, e.g. e-mails. If any type of documentation or
recommendation is missing, the form will be returned to you for completion.
The Grade Challenge Form and accompanying documentation should be emailed to the Registrars Office
at eryall@jmhs.com or faxed to the Registrar at 770-417-3030. Please include the completed signed
form and any supporting documentation.
Please Note: Upon submission of a Grade Challenge Form and any supporting documents, faculty may
be notified for their perspective and made aware of documents.
STUDENT INFORMATION:
Student Name: ___________________________________
Student Number: ________________
COURSE INFORMATION:
Course ID: _______________________________
Section ID: _______________________________
Course Start Date: _________________________
Course End Date: __________________________
Number of Weeks in Course: _________________
Points Earned/Total Points in Course: __________
Faculty: _________________________________
Final Course Grade: ________________________
PETITION:
Justification No request will be considered without providing detailed reasons why you believe you
have received an improper grade and / or why your grade should be reconsidered. Your response
should reflect mastery of written communication at the appropriate level.
Student Signature ___________________________________________

Date __________________
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FOR JMHS OFFICIAL USE ONLY:
Request Approved
Request Denied
Final Grade: __________

Action Taken and Outcome:
Chief Academic Officer Signature ______________________________
Form GCF120511
Date __________________
STUDENT COMPLAINT FORM

Please review the Student Complaint Policy and Procedure. This Student Complaint Form is to
be completed by a student who has exhausted other informal efforts to a resolution with any
Ashworth College/JMHS staff. This form needs to be sent to Ashworth College in writing within
30 days of the occurrence. Additional forms are available on/through the learning
management system.
Student Complaint Forms and supporting documents need to be directed to the appropriate
email provided:
Administrative issues, financial issues, technical issues, student service issues, or
community issues. Send form to: education@ashworthcollege.edu
Instructional issues, faculty/tutor performance, program content, program effectiveness,
or library services. Send form to: registrar@ashworthcollege.edu
Other policy, harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age,
disability or sexual orientation. Send form to: registrar@ashworthcollege.edu
Upon submission of a Student Complaint Form and any supporting documents, student will be
notified of any outcome of an official review and determination within 30 days after Ashworth
College receives the complaint. All documents will become a permanent part of the students
record. If the student feels the proposed resolution is unsatisfactory, the student may follow
the Student Grievance Policy. Please see our Student Grievance Policy for further information.
STUDENT INFORMATION:
Date: __________
Student ID: ____________
E-mail: _________________________________
Subject of Complaint: Administrative
Supporting Document Attached: Yes
Student Name: _____________________

Phone Number: ____________________
Instructional
Other
No
Complaint Information Please provide a clear statement with detailed information of your
complaint. Include information such as dates, staff whom you have worked with, reason for
your complaint, etc. If more space is needed, please continue on another sheet.
Student Signature ___________________________________________
Date __________________
Student Name: ______________________________________________________________________
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FOR AC/JMHS OFFICIAL USE ONLY:

COMPLAINT VERIFIED
COMPLAINT NOT VERIFIED
Action Taken and Outcome:
Ashworth College/JMHS Staff Signature

______________________________________
Form SCF120625
Date ___________
Transcript Request Form

Instructions for the Student
Please fill out this form and send the completed form to your previous High School
If your school requires a fee to issue a transcript please include it with this form to
avoid any delay.
Instructions for the School

Please send an official copy of the students transcript listed below to:
P.O. Box 923147
Norcross, GA 30010-3147
Please include a school profile and course description, if available.
The student listed below is responsible for any fees for this service
Student Name: _______________________ Student Number: JM______________
Birth Date: ___/___/_____
SSN#:_________________________
Phone #: ________________
Maiden Name or Name when attending previous School: _________________________
Name of previous School: ____________________________________________

Address: __________________________________________________________
City: _____________________________
State: _____ Zip:______________
Enrolled from _________ to __________
Phone: __________________
Student Signature: _________________
Date: ___/___/_____
James Madison High School P.O. Box 923147

Norcross, GA 30010-3147
Ph: 770-729-8400
Fax: 770-729-8578
July 2012

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STUDY TIPS .......................................................................................................................................................... 17

SHIPMENT ERRORS .......................................................................................................................................................34

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PAYMENT METHODS ....................................................................................................................................................36

SCHEDULE OF FEES ............................................................................................................................................... 37

TERMINATION FOR NOT PASSING 8 GRADE ...................................................................................................................... 47

TERMINATION FOR GRADES....................................................................................................................................47

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA PROGRAMS ................................................................................................................... 49

OPEN ELECTIVES ..........................................................................................................................................................51

BUSINESS AND LIFE SKILLS .............................................................................................................................................58

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LANGUAGE ARTS .........................................................................................................................................................61

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Mission, Vision, Values, and Student Learning Outcomes

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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

3. Job-Specific and Technical Skills

4. Professional and Life Skills

5. Qualifications for Advancement

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Vision and Mission key definitions

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Academic Year, Holidays, Contact Information, Hours of

New Years Day

Day after Thanksgiving

Community Web site:

Fax (for forms, etc.):

Fax (for transcripts):

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770-729-8400 Ext: 5211

Fax Destination Guide

HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPTS

DEGREE AND HIGH SCHOOL VERIFICATIONS

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Windows 7, Windows 2000, XP, or Vista

Sound card, microphone, and speakers

Adobe Flash Player 10.0 or higher

Adobe Reader 7.0 or higher (downloaded from the Internet)

INTERNET CONNECTION AND E-MAIL

Ability to browse the Web

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DIPLOMA COMPLETION TIME

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