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Athletics

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1. How do I know if I am eligible to compete in athletics?

To be eligible, you must be passing five full credits the previous grading period and maintain a 2.0 GPA.

For more information, please visit the following site. Upper Arlington High School Athletic Program

2. What forms do I need to complete to participate in a sport?

There are a variety of forms that we require.

Please view the following page for a complete listing. Forms

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Board of Education

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1. What are the board members term of office?

Arkin expires 12/31/2013
Comfort expires 12/31/2016
Drees expires 12/31/2016
Pizzuti expires 12/31/2013
Royer expires 12/31/2016

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Burbank Early Childhood School

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1. When can I register my child?

Registration is ongoing, and applications are accepted a year ahead of the intended enrollment time.

2. How old does my child have to be to go to Burbank?

Your child must be two and a half by September 30 to be eligible for our full-day preschool program.

3. I would like to find out more about Burbank, what should I do?

Call 614.487.5155 and ask for a packet of information to be mailed to you or ask for a tour.

Our school conducts tours throughout the year that help parents understand how the school works.

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Educational Technology

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1. What are 21st Century Skills?

21st Century Skills refer to the skills, knowledge and expertise students should master to succeed in work and life in the 21st century.

The Partnership for 21st Century Skills has identified six key elements of and a framework for a 21st century education. Partnership for 21st Century Skills

2. Who are the Integration Coaches for 21st Century Skills and what is their responsibility?

The Integration Coaches for 21st Century Skills are: Martha Barley, Jeanne Beaver, Jeff Elliott, Toby Fischer, Andrea Lusk, and Alexa Stazenski. The Integration Coaches are responsible for modeling and coaching staff in ways to teach 21st century skills, integrate 21st Century Skills into the curriculum, and use technology to do so.

The Integration Coaches for 21st Century Skills work with the Educational Technology Department to facilitate and coordinate staff development activities, and communicate with administrators and staff.

3. What is Moodle?

Moodle is a Course Management System (CMS), also known as a Learning Management System (LMS) or a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). It is a web application that educators use to create effective online learning sites.

Learning spaces called “courses” are created, each with its own set of customized resources and activities, called “modules.” Some of the features of Moodle include: Assignments, Chatroom, Choice / Questionnaire, Database, Forum, Glossary, Gradebook, Lesson, Journal, Quiz, Webquests, and Wiki.

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Greensview PTO

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1. What is the PTO?

The PTO is a vital organization designed to represent parents and teachers in an effort to support our children's learning experience.

This is done through a variety of social and educational programs. Greensview PTO

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Hastings, Counselors

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1. Where do I start when my child has a problem at school?

The best place to begin for daily classroom issues is with your child's teacher who is likely to have the most information about the problem. Starting with the teacher also demonstrates your respect.

Bypassing the teacher will make it difficult for the principal to address your concerns.

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Health Services

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1. Where do I find health forms?

Health forms can be found on the following Student Forms page. Student Forms

2. How can my child receive medications at school?

Bring medication in the original, labeled container to the school nurse along with the following form. Prescribed Medication Authorization

3. What do I do if I think my child has a communicable disease or has a health concern?

Call your child's school nurse or see the following section on common diseases and illnesses. Disease / Illness Symptoms

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Intervention Services

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1. What is my first step if my child is having trouble in school?

The first person to contact is your child's classroom teacher. During a discussion with him or her you will develop a plan to assist your child in the area of need. Staff Directory

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Libraries

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1. How do I find a book?

BearNET, the district’s online catalog, is the place to start your search. You can select title from the drop-down menu, type in the title, and select the library all in one simple search. BearNET

2. How do I find a video?

BearNET, the district’s online catalog, is the place to start your search.

You can select audiovisual from the drop-down menu, type in the title, and a list of the schools in which the audiovisual is available will appear. BearNET

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LPDC

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1. Do I need an IPDP if I am using only college course work?

YES. Everyone needs an IPDP

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Personnel

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1. What is the hiring procedure for teachers?

Submit your application to the district office. Principals / directors will review applications and conduct personal interviews.

For more info, and applications, please visit the following Employment Opportunities page. Employment Opportunities

2. What are the requirements for being a substitute teacher?

A teaching certificate is required from the State of Ohio.

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Tremont Elementary School FAQ

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1. How do I get something added to the Tremont website?

If you would like to submit information or photos for the Tremont website, email Stacie Pancoast (spancoast@uaschools.org) and include the following:

* Brief description of the event/project
* Your name, class or grade level
* Photos (.jpeg, .jpg, .gif, .png, .bmp)
* Any related links

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UA International Baccalaureate High School

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1. What are prerequisites for being an IB student in grade eleven at UA?

Upper Arlington will have an open enrollment policy for both certificate and diploma candidates. Other than in Mathematics and Global Language, there are no courses specifically designated as pre-IB.

Nevertheless, students should read carefully each department's program requirements. There will be courses in some instances that must have been taken to be prepared, for selected IB courses. Each diploma candidate will sit with the IB Coordinator in the tenth grade to plan a full diploma program for the eleventh and twelfth grades. Students in the ninth and tenth grades interested in the IB Program should take as many graduation requirements as possible to free time in the eleventh and twelfth grades to meet all the diploma requirements.

2. Will this program be available only to top students?

All IB courses will be open to all students. In fact, we believe that most of our students can obtain an IB diploma if they can devote the time in addition to their involvement in a wide variety of school and community activities.

3. What are the requirements to obtain an IB diploma?

Students can take a variety of paths to obtain the diploma. Cynthia Ballheim, IB coordinator, will help each interested student plan their path. Diploma students will take external and internal exams in six subject areas. Internal exams are scored by UA teachers, while external exams are scored by IB teachers from around the world.

In addition to meeting the requirements of the six core subject areas, students must also take a course called Theory of Knowledge, write an Extended Essay (similar to our current Senior Thesis requirement) and participate in 150 hours of activities centering on creativity, action, and service, or CAS. There are many IB mandated procedures, which can make scheduling complex. If you have any questions or comments, please contact Cynthia Ballheim, or your guidance counselor.
Email Cynthia Ballheim

4. Do all students in an IB program generally earn the IB Diploma?

Around the world, approximately seventy-five percent of the students who participate in the IB Diploma Program earn the IB Diploma. Those who do not earn the Diploma may receive IB Certificates for IB courses successfully completed. We at Upper Arlington anticipate that our students will be at least as successful as their peers across the country and throughout the world.

5. How do students benefit from obtaining an IB diploma?

The intellectual rigor and high academic standards will prepare students for higher education and assist them in the college admissions process. Most importantly, students will gain a much deeper understanding of international affairs and diverse cultures. Additionally, colleges and universities see the program as a rigorous college preparatory program that expands students' understanding of international affairs. IB students are desirable candidates for college admission and have a higher acceptance rate to top universities.

6. Are there differences between IB and AP courses?

The requirements listed above-that students take courses from across the broad curriculum and that they complete the three core components-distinguish the IB program from a collection of individual AP courses. However, the two programs do not necessarily conflict with one another and in many cases students can satisfy the requirements of both programs in the same course and sit for both exams if they elect.

Students will experience courses conforming to international standards across the broad curriculum. The courses and the core components will ensure that these students are well prepared regardless of where they decide to go to college, what they decide to study, and what they choose to do with their lives.

Students electing to take individual IB courses instead of pursuing Diploma requirements will receive certificates for successfully completing the course. Many colleges grant college credit (similar to AP credit). Diploma candidates often have advantages in competing for college admission and scholarships; many colleges, in fact, go so far as to grant sophomore status for incoming IB Diploma recipients.

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Upper Arlington High School FAQ

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1. How do I get a message to a student?

Call the Main Office at 614.487.5200 and we will try to get the message to the child

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Wickliffe FAQ

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1. When did Wickliffe become "Wickliffe Progressive Community School"?

Wickliffe became a "community school" at the start of the 2006-2007 school year after applying for and receiving a $50,000 Community School Grant from the Ohio Department of Education.

2. Does that make Wickliffe different from the other elementary schools in UA?

No. Community schools like Wickliffe must have a "sponsor." Wickliffe's “sponsor” is the Upper Arlington City Schools, which means Wickliffe has the same operating standards as all schools in UA schools.

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Windermere Elementary School FAQ

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1. How do I get something added to the Windermere website?

If you would like to submit information or photos to be added to the Windermere website, email Paula Martens (pmartens@uaschools.org) and include the following:

Brief description of the event/project
Your name, class or grade level
Photos (.jpeg, .jpg, .gif, .png, .bmp)
Any related links