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Mark Twain Student Support Center

New Beginnings 2013-14

 

Mission Statement

 

The mission of Mark Twain Student Support Center is to provide excellence in alternative educational opportunities, vital to diverse learners requiring support in academic and social interactions.

 

We implement, with fidelity, a disciplined, safe, and supportive environment for students to develop the values of cooperation, responsibility, and respect for self and others.

 

We collaboratively link home, school, and community as equal stake holders in supporting our students as lifelong learners.

 

We empower students to be higher level thinkers and problem-solvers that can effectively communicate and advocate for themselves.

 

 

Mark Twain Student Support Center

New Beginnings 2013-14

 

Vision Statement

 

Mark Twain Student Support Center is a place where learning comes in many shapes and forms.

 

Mark Twain Student Support Center is committed to providing a school environment where the responsibility for high expectations in learning is shared between our students, our parents, our staff, and our community. 

 

All students and staff are shown dignity and respect, in order to empower students to self-advocate for their needs and wants.

 

We find the teachable moments to provide positive feedback that will focus our students in becoming productive citizens in the global society. 

 

 

Mark Twain Student Support Center

New Beginnings 2013-14

 

Value Statement

 

We will provide clear and consistent expectations.

 

We will provide opportunities for students to observe staff modeling productive citizenship, responsibility, and caring attitudes.

 

We will challenge students to be active participants in their own education.

 

We will empower our students to be self-advocates by understanding themselves and their individual needs.

 

Mark Twain Student Support Center

Programs

2013-2014

 

Elementary School PAL (Positive Alternative Learning)

Time: 8:00am-2:30pm (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday)

  • Friday dismissal at 11:30am

Location: MTSSC

Ideal Student Capacity: 8-10 students per class

Student Profile: Grade Levels K-6

Purpose of Program: Continue education through general studies for students that have been placed in alternative setting from their home school.

Additional Supports: Aggression Replacement Training, Morning Gathering, Thursday Behavior Intervention.

Teachers: Forbis K-3rd, Hogan 4th – 6th

Total Program Capacity: 20 students

Transportation: Will be provided

 

Elementary School PAL Suspension K-6 (Positive Alternative Learning)

Time: 8:00am-2:30pm (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday)

  • Friday dismissal at 11:30am

Location: MTSSC

Ideal Student Capacity: 8-10 students per class

Student Profile: Grade Levels K-6

Purpose of Program: Continue education through general studies for students that have been removed from their home school.

Additional Supports: Aggression Replacement Training, Morning Gathering, Thursday Behavior Intervention

Teachers: Moulder K-6

Total Program Capacity: 10 students

Transportation: Will be provided

 

Middle School A.M. PAL 7 (Positive Alternative Learning-7th grade)

Time: 8:00am-11:30pm (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday)

Location: MTSSC

Ideal Student Capacity: 8-10 students per class

Student Profile: Grade Level – 7th

Purpose of Program: Continue education through general studies for students that have been removed from their home school.

Additional Supports: Aggression Replacement Training, Morning Gathering, Thursday Behavior Intervention

Teachers: Kondro, Ringo

Total Program Capacity: 20 students

Transportation: Will be provided

 

Middle School P.M. PAL 8 (Positive Alternative Learning-8th grade)

Time: 11:30am-2:30pm (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, NO Friday classes)

Location: MTSSC

Ideal Student Capacity: 8-10 students per class

Student Profile: Grade Level – 8th

Purpose of Program: Continue education through general studies for students that have been removed from their home school.

Additional Supports: Aggression Replacement Training

Teachers: Kondro, Ringo

Total Program Capacity: 20 students

Transportation: Will be provided

 

Middle School Evening PAL  (Positive Alternative Learning)

Time: 2:30am-5:30pm (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, NO Friday classes)

Location: MTSSC

Ideal Student Capacity: 8-10 students per class

Student Profile: Grade Levels 7th – 8th

Purpose of Program: Continue education through general studies for students that have been removed from their home school.

Teacher: TBA

Total Program Capacity: 10 students

Transportation: Will be provided

 

High School A.M. PAL 9th Grade Academy (Positive Alternative Learning)

Time: 8:00am-11:30am (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday)

Location: MTSCC

Ideal Student Capacity: 8-10 students per class

Student Profile: Grade level - 9th

Purpose of Program: Continue education through general studies for students that have been removed from their home school. This program will assist students in pursuing necessary credits towards a high school diploma.

Additional Supports: Aggression Replacement Training, Morning Gathering, Thursday Behavior Intervention

Teachers: Christian, Jacobi, Ward

Total Program Capacity: 30 students

Transportation: Will be provided

 

High School P.M. PAL (Positive Alternative Learning)

Time: 11:30pm-2:30pm (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, No Friday Classes)

Location: MTSCC

Ideal Student Capacity: 8-10 students per class

Student Profile: Majority grade levels – 10th, 11th, 12th

Purpose of Program: Continue education through general studies for students that have been removed from their home school. This program will assist students in pursuing necessary credits towards a high school diploma.

Additional Supports: Aggression Replacement Training

Teachers: Christian, Jacobi, Ward, Wills

Total Program Capacity: 40 students

Transportation: Will be provided

 

High School Evening Edmentum – On Campus

Time: 2:30pm-5:30pm (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, No Friday Classes)

Location: MTSSC Pod A Lab/Pod B Lab

Ideal Student Capacity: 10-15 students per lab

Student Profile: Majority grade levels - 11th and 12th

Purpose of Program: Continue education through higher level on-line coursework for students to pursue a high school diploma.

Teacher: Jacobi

Total Program Capacity: 15 students

Transportation: Will be provided

 

High School Edmentum – Off Campus

Time: Teacher/Parent/Student discretion

Location: Parent/Student discretion (off campus)

Ideal Student Capacity: TBD

Student Profile: Students that have not experienced success at home school, MTSSC, or have other extenuating circumstances.

Purpose of Program: Continue education through on-line coursework necessary for students to pursue a high school diploma. Teachers will introduce students to Edmentum and mentor through its entirety.

Teachers: TBA

Total Program Capacity: TBD

Transportation: Will not be provided

 

High School Evening PAL (Positive Alternative Learning)

Time: 2:30pm-5:30pm (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, No Friday Classes)

Location: MTSCC

Ideal Student Capacity: 8-10 students per class

Student Profile: Majority grade levels 10th, 11th, 12th

Purpose of Program: Continue education through general studies for students that have been removed from their home school. This program will assist students in pursuing necessary credits towards a high school diploma.

Teachers: TBA

Total Program Capacity: 40 students

Transportation: Will be provided

 

High School Evening PAL 2

Time: 2:30pm-5:30pm (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, No Friday Classes)

Location: MTSSC

Ideal Student Capacity: 5-10 students

Student Profile: Grades levels 7th -12th

Purpose of Program: Continue education through a placement into PAL 2 after other programs have not been successful. This individualized program will assist students in pursuing necessary credits towards a high school diploma.

Teacher: Ward

Total Program Capacity: 10 students

Transportation: Will be provided

 

Missouri Options AM

Time: 8:00am-11:30am (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, No Friday Classes)

Location: MTSSC

Ideal Student Capacity: 8-10 students

Student Profile: High school student  

Purpose of Program: Designed to replace the GED, this state approved program is a combination of academics and work/community service projects. Upon completion, students will receive a high school diploma.

Teacher: Witherspoon

Total Program Capacity: 10 students

Transportation: Will be provided

 

Missouri Options PM

Time: 11:30am-2:30pm (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, No Friday Classes)

Location: MTSSC

Ideal Student Capacity: 8-10 students

Student Profile: High school student 

Purpose of Program: Designed to replace the GED, this state approved program is a combination of academics and work/community service projects. Upon completion, students will receive a high school diploma.

Teacher: Witherspoon

Total Program Capacity: 10 students

Transportation: Will be provided

 

Missouri Options Prep AM

Time: 8:00pm-11:30pm (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, No Friday Classes)

Location: MTSSC

Ideal Student Capacity: 8-10 students

Student Profile: High school student 

Purpose of Program: For students scoring below expectations on the TABE test or not having completed any of the three pre-requisite courses (health, personal finance, government). Upon completion of the Missouri Options Prep class, students may then transition into Missouri options.

Teacher: Wills

Total Program Capacity: 10 students

Transportation: Will be provided

 

Missouri Options Prep Evening

Time: 2:30pm-5:30pm (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, No Friday Classes)

Location: MTSSC

Ideal Student Capacity: 5-10 students

Student Profile: High school student 

Purpose of Program: For students scoring below expectations on the TABE test or not having completed any of the three pre-requisite courses (health, personal finance, government). Upon completion of the Missouri Options Prep class, students may then transition into Missouri options.

Teacher: Edwards

Total Program Capacity: 10 students

Transportation: Will be provided

 

MARK TWAIN STUDENT SUPPORT CENTER

PBIS MATRIX

LOCATION

BE RESPECTFUL

BE RESPONSIBLE

BE COOPERATIVE

 

 

CLASSROOM

* Follow adult directions the first time.

* One person speaks at a time.

* Clean up around you before you leave.

* Respect others and their belongings.

* Keep hands, feet , and all other objects to yourself (KHFAAOOTY).

* Arrive on time.

* Wear your ID at all times.

* Use level 0-2 voice.

* Bring school supplies to school.

* Complete assignments on time.

* Return all materials to the proper place.

* Push in your chair, straighten desk to table.

* Settle problems with kind words.

* Use appropriate school language.

* Put away all electronic devices.

* Be ready to work when you arrive.

 

 

 

 

HALLWAY

 

 

 

* Follow adult directions the first time.

* Stop and listen for instructions.

* Use appropriate school language.

* Be considerate of others’ learning.

* Keep hands, feet, and all other objects to yourself (KHFAAOOTY).

* Stay with your class.

* Wear your ID at all times.

* Use level 0-2 voice.

* Get a hall pass from your teacher.

* Keep to one side of the hall.

* Move directly to your next class.

 

* Settle problems with kind words.

* Report problems you cannot solve yourself.

* Use appropriate school language.

* Help others that need assistance.

* Be polite.

* Wait silently for current class to exit.

 

 

 

 

RESTROOM

* One person at a time out of the classroom.

* Stop and listen for instructions.

* Clean up after yourself.

* Use the facility quickly and quietly.

* Get adult permission.

* Use level 0 voice.

* Flush when you are finished.

* Wash hands with soap and water.

* Move directly back to class.

* Be sure the bowl is clear before you exit.

* Report problems you cannot solve yourself.

* Place paper towels in trash container.

* Report graffiti immediately.

 

 

 

 

 

GATHERING

AREA/CAFE

* Follow adult directions the first        time.

* One person speaks at a time.

* Clean up around you before you leave.

* Respect others and their belongings.

* Keep hands, feet, and all other objects to yourself (KHFAAOOTY).

* When the gathering begins, sit quietly and listen closely.

* Arrive on time.

* Wear your ID at all times.

* Use level 0-4 voice.

* Stay in your seat until asked to move.

* Return all materials to the proper place.

* Turn-in signed behavior sheet.

* When the gathering begins, perform the 3-part breathing exercise.

* Get off bus, enter building, sit in assigned area.

* Use appropriate school language.

* Turn-off and put away all electronic devices.

* Wait your turn to get your food.

* When the gathering begins, actively participate in the activity.

MTSSC STAFF

Dr. Mark J. Weller , Principal

Mr. Eddie Thomas , Dean of Students

Mrs. Naomia Anderson , Office Manager

Teaching Staff

Mrs. Marilyn Forbis, Elementary School PAL Teacher

Mrs. Cathy Hogan, Elementary School PAL Teacher

Mr. Aaron Moulder, Elementary School PAL Teacher

Mrs. Brenda Ringo, Middle School PAL Teacher

Dr. Cynthia Poindexter-Kondro, Middle School PAL Teacher

Mrs. Cheryl Christian, High School PAL Teacher

Mrs. Carol Jacobi, High School PAL Teacher

Ms. Tara Ward, High School PAL Teacher

Mr. Earnest Wills, High School PAL/MoOpt Prep Teacher

Dr. Melody Witherspoon, Missouri Options Teacher

Ms. Robin Dees, Professional Library Specialiist

Mrs. Carla Garison, Special Education Paraprofessional

Mrs. Toni Johnson, Special Education Paraprofessional

Mrs. Tasha Little, Special Education Social Worker

Mrs. Barb Halpern, Special Education Speech Language Pathologist

Mrs. Chyna Randal, Special Education/ATCOP Teacher

Mrs. Tanya Walsh, Special Education Teacher

Mrs. Angie Williams, Special Education Area Coordinator

Mr. Gabriel Walker, Support Specialist

Mr. Michael Wakim, Support Specialist

Ms. Anissa Williams, Building Instructional Aide

Security Department

Mr. Joseph Marshall, Security Officer

Mr. Theo Stowe, Security Officer

Support Staff

Ms. Yolanda Rodgers-Garvin, Social Worker

TBA, Cafeteria Manager

Mr. Michael Coleman, Lead Custodian

Mr. Kevin Seawood, Custodian

Mr. Anne Welty,Technology Specialist