Navigators' Journal
22-23 Student & Parent, Vol. 1, Edition 1
I am looking forward to an amazing school year at Kirkland Ranch Academy of Innovation; a school unlike any other!
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Meet the Teacher Day - August 5th
August 5th is our annual Open House/Meet the Teacher day! Please see the flyer below with detailed information about this date. All schedules will be accessible online via MyStudent beginning August 3rd. Please complete the steps in the online registration document prior to 8/5.
Times to meet the teacher:
8-10 AM
1-3 PM
School Supply Lists
Teachers will upload a video introduction of themselves to their MyLearning/Canvas Courses no later than 8/4/22.
If you are purchasing school supplies prior to the supply lists being posted, it is always good to get some standard supplies when taking advantage of sales:
- Pens & Pencils
- Colored Pencils
- Notebook Paper
- Composition Notebooks
- Spiral Notebooks
- Glue Sticks
- A folder for each class
- 3-ring binders
- Backpack
Dress Code 2022 - 2023
Each district school board shall adopt a dress code policy that prohibits a student, while on the grounds of a public school during the regular school day, from wearing clothing that exposes underwear or body parts in an indecent or vulgar manner or that disrupts the orderly learning environment. (F.S. 1006.07)
The principal, or designee, shall determine the appropriateness of dress and appearance in accordance with the guidelines distributed by the school, school board policy, and guidelines contained herein. The principal, or designee, will make the decision if a student’s appearance meets school and community standards. The principal’s decision on the appropriateness of dress is final as long as it does not contradict the official district policy listed herein or elsewhere.
Principals may add additional dress code guidelines unique to their school. These changes must be reasonable in scope, consistent with guidelines contained herein and elsewhere in district policy and the school must give parents/guardians adequate notice of said changes. Parents should be provided notice beginning-of-year or at least three weeks prior to the initiation of any new policy.
These guidelines are in effect while on any District School Board of Pasco County school or campus, at any school function, or on any school-sponsored transportation.
• Students must wear clothing that has fabric on the front, back, and sides (under the arms) and shoes
• Shirts and dresses must have fabric in the front, back, and on the sides (under the arms)
• Shirts must have straps
• Clothing must cover undergarments (this includes straps and waistbands)
• Fabric covering chests, genitals, and buttocks must be opaque
• Clothing must be suitable for all scheduled classroom activities including physical education, science labs, wood shop, and other activities where unique hazards exist
• Specialized courses may require specialized attire, such as sports uniforms or safety gear
The following types of clothing, items, accessories, and apparel are considered inappropriate for the school environment:
• Any clothing that exposes underwear, body parts, and/or skin in an indecent or vulgar manner
• Any clothing that substantially disrupts the school environment or causes safety concerns
• Any clothing that depicts profanity, drugs, violent images, or vulgarity in any form
• Any clothing that depicts sexually implicit or explicit images
• Any clothing that depicts gang-related images, indicates gang affiliation or antisocial group affiliation
• Wallet chains, spiked jewelry, dog collars, or similar items
• Slippers or similar shoes
• Pajamas or costumes (unless approved by school administration for special events, etc.)
• Hats, bandanas, or head coverings (unless preapproved administratively for medical, religious reasons, and/or for special school activities)
Wearing clothing or accessories that depict a firearm or weapon or express an opinion regarding a right guaranteed by the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution is not grounds for disciplinary action or referral to the criminal justice or juvenile justice system under this section or F.S. 1006.13
Violations of these provisions of the dress code are subject to the following consequences as defined by F.S.1006.07(2)(d1) and F.S. 1006.07(2)(d2):
• For a first offense, the student shall be given a verbal warning, and the school principal or designee shall call the student’s parent or guardian.
• For a second offense, the student is ineligible to participate in any extracurricular activity for a period of time not to exceed five (5) days, and the school principal or designee shall meet with the student’s parent or guardian.
• For a third or subsequent offense, the student shall receive an in-school suspension for a period not to exceed three (3) days, the student is ineligible to participate in any extracurricular activity for a period not to exceed thirty (30) days, and the school principal or designee shall call the student’s parent or guardian and send the parent or guardian a written letter regarding the student’s in-school suspension and ineligibility to participate in extracurricular activities. (F.S. 1006.07, 1003.01)
Students in violation of the dress code:
• Will be required to change into appropriate clothing, contacting the parent/guardian as needed
• Students may be required to remain in the front office until the above condition is met per principal or designee discretion
• May receive a discipline referral and receive consequences as appropriate for repeated breaches of the policy
22-23 bell schedules
Save the Date - Important Events
Everyone can access our events on our school calendar that is available on our website. CLICK HERE to check it out.
Open House - August 5th
First Day of School - Wednesday, August 10th
Thanksgiving Break - November 19th - 27th
Winter Break - December 17th - January 2nd
Spring Break - March 11th - 19th
Last Day of School - May 26th
Schedule Changes
Schedule changes will be approved for the following situations:
1) Student already took the course and received credit for course
2) Student does not take the pre-req courses needed to be successful in the course.
Student Parking
Student Drop-off & Pick Up
At the light, turn off Curley Road onto Innovation Drive. Take the first left towards the school. Take the second right to enter the loop. Come to a complete stop near the sidewalk to allow the student to exit or enter the car. Continue around the loop, turn left, and then right onto Innovation Drive to exit the campus. Please follow the yellow lines on the map below.
Student Drop-Off time: 6:55
Student Pick-Up time: 2:05
Transportation - Bus Hub Stops
Please read the transportation Information.
PBIS
"PBIS Rewards helps schools create a positive climate in which every student can learn and grown academically, socially, and emotionally."
Check-in/Check-out
Lunch Information
Free & Reduced Lunch
The Free and Reduced Meal Application for the 2022-2023 school year is now available online at www.pascoschoolmeals.com. If you are unsure if you qualify, you can also review the income eligibility guidelines on our website.
MySchool Bucks
School meal accounts can be funded through the MySchoolBucks meal payment service. Just visit MySchoolBucks.com. You also have the option of paying directly in the cafeteria with cash, check, credit or debit. Contactless pay will be available at registers where credit cards are accepted. Students can use contactless cards, or Google Wallet, Android Pay and Apple Pay from their phones.
Please contact Food and Nutrition Services with any questions by emailing fns_finance@pasco.k12.fl.us or calling 813-794-2522.
SAC - School Advisory Council
CLICK HERE to let us know you would like to be part of the KRAI SAC
Volunteer
There will be opportunities for parents to volunteer with our school. The volunteer application must be completed every school year. You can now submit your volunteer application for the 22-23 school year by clicking on the link below. We appreciate your support!
Free immunizations for students!
The Pasco Health Department is providing free immunizations for students. See the flier below for more information.
Donations
Contact Info
Main School Line - (813) 346-2300
Taylor Richmond, Attendance Secretary
Julia Thompson, ESE & School Counselor Secretary
Iris Garcia , Principal's Secretary
Jay Philipsen, Bookkeeper
Katie Juarez, Registrar - Fax (813) 346-6392
Shirley Surratt, Data Entry
Kelly Frasier, Clinic Assistant
Elyse Taylor, School Nurse
Nikki Tomes, Cafeteria Manager
Website: https://krai.pasco.k12.fl.us/
Location: 32555 Innovation Drive Wesley Chapel, FL 33545
Phone: (813) 346-2300