2014-2015
Student Handbook
Vision of XLR8: The vision of the XLR8 STEM Academy is that all students will graduate with
multiple options for success in college and post-secondary career opportunities.
Mission of XLR8: The mission of the Lynchburg Regional XLR8 STEM Academy is to accelerate
(XLR8) every student to graduation through rigorous, relevant and innovative STEM (Science,
Technology,
Engineering
and
Math)
curriculum
and
hands-on
learning.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WELCOME TO THE XLR8 STEM Academy………….......................................................... 4
XLR8 FACULTY AND STAFF DIRECTORY .........................................................................5
XLR8 CALENDAR INFORMATION ........................................................................................5
CLASS SCHEDULE..................................................................................................................... 5
INCLEMENT WEATHER ......................................................................................................... 6
Delayed Openings........................................................................................................................... 7
Make-up Day Information............................................................................................................... 8
ATTENDANCE POLICY......................................................................................................... 8-9
Daily Class Attendance ................................................................................................................... 8
Returning Following an Absence..................................................................................................... 8
Excessive Absences ........................................................................................................................ 8
Arriving Late.................................................................................................................................... 9
Leaving Early .................................................................................................................................. 9
ACADEMIC POLICIES......................................................................................................... 9-12
Grading Scale ................................................................................................................................. 9
Honor Code .................................................................................................................................... 9
Reporting Grades .........................................................................................................................10
Academic Deficiency.....................................................................................................................10
Semester Exam Policy...................................................................................................................10
Semester Grades ..........................................................................................................................11
Eligibility Criteria for the Senior Year Program ............................................................................11
Criteria for Successful XLR8 Program Completion....................................................................... 11
Career Studies Certificates………………………………………………………………………………………………………..12
Graduation from CVCC……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..12
Graduation Application……………………………………………………………………….…………………………………….12
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES ..................................................................................... 13-14
XLR8 STEM Academy Office ......................................................................................................... 13
Parking at CVCC ........................................................................................................................... 13
Locker Privileges........................................................................................................................... 13
Textbook Loans and Purchases .....................................................................................................14
Student Activities Fee .................................................................................................................. 14
Field Trips ..................................................................................................................................... 14
Photo Release............................................................................................................................... 14
Communication with Families....................................................................................................... 14
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SCIENCE LABS ........................................................................................................................ 14
XLR8 COMPUTER EQUIPMENT AND NETWORKING RESOURCE...................... 15-18
Laptop Computers……………………………….……………………………………………………………………………………15
Network Access…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………15
XLR8 Network and telecommunications Acceptable Use Policy……………………………………………15-18
CONSTRUCTION & TECHNOLOGY LABS....................................................................... 18
EXPECTATIONS FOR STUDENT CONDUCT............................................................... 18-20
Drugs, Alcohol, Weapon, Explosives, or Assault Related Offenses.......................................... 18-20
Non Drugs, Alcohol, Weapon, Explosives, or Assault Related Offenses .......................................20
APPEALS PROCESS ................................................................................................................ 20
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM ...................................................................................................... 20
WITHDRAWAL POLICY ....................................................................................................... 21
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ...........................................................................................22-23
JUNIOR STUDENTS ............................................................................................................... 24
SENIOR STUDENTS…………………………………………………………………….…….25
DIVISION ADVOCATES ……………………………………………………………………..26
SCHOOL ADVOCATES .......................................................................................................... 27
PRINCIPALS.............................................................................................................................. 28
XLR8 MAP.................................................................................................................................. 29
XLR8 CALENDAR .........................................................................................Inside Back Cover
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT............................................................... Back Cover
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Welcome to the XLR8 STEM Academy!
Welcome to the Lynchburg Regional Governor’s XLR8 STEM Academy (XLR8). Here at XLR8,
students and faculty share a unique opportunity to explore and actively learn about science,
technology, engineering, and math and health science. The XLR8 classroom is an engaging and
thought-provoking place, where students develop critical thinking skills through hands-on
project-based learning, preparing them to take on real-world challenges. Throughout the year
we will learn that the qualities of open-mindedness, flexibility, self-motivation, determination,
pride, and hard work will make the school year a success for all.
We have an excellent facility with extensive resources and amazing equipment. We hope you
will share in our appreciation and pride in the building and all the technology provided within it.
We also hope that, throughout the year, you will get to know your fellow students from the
other high schools and will help each other develop good teamwork skills. In many learning
activities here at the XLR8 STEM Academy, group cooperation will determine the outcome of a
project. Remember, we are here to help you develop your critical thinking and study skills, to
motivate you to do your best and prepare you for your future.
We strongly encourage you to make a Commitment to Quality and Project a Positive Attitude
as you pursue your studies. The XLR8 STEM Academy is a place where you can develop lasting
friendships and acquire knowledge and skills which will benefit you throughout your
postsecondary experiences and beyond.
We are very fortunate to have an area of the AREVA Technology Building at Central Virginia
Community College (CVCC) designated for the XLR8 STEM Academy. We continually strive to
maintain our excellent working relationship with the CVCC administration and faculty, and we
do this in part by carefully abiding by the rules and policies of CVCC when we are in their
building. In addition, since XLR8 is located on Central Virginia Community College property,
certain CVCC policies will be followed within our program. These policies are outlined in this
handbook. Please note that this handbook is also located on our website:
www.xlr8academy.com
Best wishes for successful experiences as you take the next step in your educational and career
preparation endeavors! We encourage you to Make a Commitment to Quality, and Project a
Positive Attitude. If each of us is willing to do so, we will all catch the XLR8 spirit, and together
we will make our learning community an engaging, energizing, and enjoyable one!
Susan Cash, Director
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XLR8 FACULTY AND STAFF
DIRECTORY
The XLR8 STEM Academy faculty is ready for
you to join them in an exciting and
challenging year!
Each faculty member is responsible for
coordinating various aspects of the
programs. The courses each faculty
member teaches and some of his or her
additional responsibilities are included
below. To find out more, please check out
the faculty page on www.xlr8academy.com.
Susan Cash, Director
OFFICE- 6202, scash@xlr8academy.com
Phone: 434-832-7731
SDV 100, Instructor
Partnership Coordinator
Faculty Advisor
Attendance
Coordinator
School
Counselor
Registrar
Bookkeeper
Marci Brown
OFFICE: 6205,
3205
Phone: 832-7827
Introduction to
Engineering
Design (IED),
Instructor
Dr. Yalitza Figueroa
OFFICE- 6205, fugueroay@cvcc.vccs.edu
Phone: 434-832-7734
Chemistry for
Engineers, Instructor
Greg Hawley
OFFICE: 6205, hawleyg@cvcc.vccs.edu
Phone: 434-832-7734
Computer
Integrated
Machining (CIM),
Instructor
Dr. Carl Pettiford
Office 6205, pettifordc@cvcc.vccs.edu
Phone: 434-832-7734
Digital Electronics (DE),
Instructor
Internship Advisor
Beth Shelton
OFFICE-6205, sheltone@cvcc.vccs.edu
Phone: 434-832-7734
College Algebra,
Elementary Statistics,
Engineering Math,
Instructor
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Dr. John Vadnal
OFFICE- 6205, vadnalj@cvcc.vccs.edu
Phone: 434-832-7734
Principles of
Engineering
(POE),
Instructor
TBD
Office- 6205
Phone: 434-832-7734
Physics, Instructor
XLR8 CALENDAR INFORMATION
The XLR8 STEM Academy will follow the
calendar in the back of this handbook. The
XLR8 STEM Academy may be in session
several days during the year when base
schools are closed for teacher workshops or
vacations. When this situation occurs,
students are expected to attend XLR8 STEM
Academy classes.
This policy does not apply during inclement
weather. In the case of inclement weather,
please refer to the Inclement Weather
section that follows.
CLASS SCHEDULE
All students are expected to arrive by 7:45
am. Classes dismiss by 11:15 am.
Students are expected to report to their
assigned area when they are scheduled for
a particular class.
INCLEMENT WEATHER
Students should listen to the local radio and
television stations for the official delay or
closing of Central Virginia Community
College. During snow or icy road conditions
please listen to the radio or television,
check the CVCC home page News & Events
section or call 434.832.7600 to listen to
recorded messages. Each of the local
television stations maintains an up-to-date
list of closings and delays. Students and
parents may also register with e2Campus
to receive TXT messages.
The STEM academy administration will not
issue separate closing or delay information.
Students are advised not to call the XLR8
STEM Academy office for closing
information.
If a student’s base school has an inclement
weather day when the XLR8 STEM Academy
is open, the student is not expected to
attend XLR8 STEM Academy classes.
Students should not attempt to travel to
the XLR8 STEM Academy when the school
officials in their school division close
schools due to hazardous weather
conditions.
If a student’s base school and the XLR8
STEM Academy are open but the weather
conditions near the student’s home are
inclement, it is up to the discretion of the
parent and student as to whether or not the
student will drive to the XLR8 STEM
Academy. The XLR8 STEM Academy faculty
will provide students with guidelines for
home activities during snow days.
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Refer to the chart below for reference:
Base
School
CLOSED
OPEN
CLOSED
CVCC
CLOSED
CLOSED
OPEN
when the XLR8 STEM Academy is operating
on a regular schedule.
STEM Academy
CLOSED
CLOSED
Parent/Guardian
Decision; student not
expected to attend
When students miss school they are
strongly encouraged to contact the XLR8
faculty for assignments and/or check
Blackboard for class assignments. When
students return to XLR8, the faculty will
work with them so class work can be made
up.
If inclement weather begins during XLR8
STEM Academy class hours, students will be
dismissed at the discretion of the Director.
Students
using
school
division
transportation services will be dismissed
when the vehicles arrive at the XLR8 STEM
Academy. Students driving their personal
cars or in car pools will be dismissed
according to the desires of their parents as
indicated on the Inclement Weather
Preference Form which must be on file in
the XLR8 STEM Academy office. If there is a
question about road conditions, students
will be permitted to call parents for
permission to drive.
Delayed Openings Base High School
If a student’s base high school is operating
on a one-hour delayed schedule due to
inclement weather, the student should
report late to the XLR8 STEM Academy. This
policy should be followed in all cases, even
One common question asked is, “If my base
high school is closed but roads in my
residential area are clear, should I come to
XLR8 STEM Academy?” A student’s parent
or guardian must make the decision
whether or not a student will attend under
those conditions.
If the home high school is delayed two hours,
the student should not report to the STEM
Academy. Please note, no transportation will
be provided from XLR8 STEM Academy to the
home high schools.
Note: If Central Virginia Community
College classes are delayed 2 hours, XLR8
STEM Academy classes will be cancelled.
If a student is not present at the STEM
Academy when classes are in session, a note
must be provided by a parent or guardian
even if it is due to the closing of the home
high school.
Refer to the chart below for reference:
BASE
SCHOOL
2 hours
late
2 hours
late
2 hours
late
CVCC
STEM ACADEMY
1 ½ hours
late or
Opening at
9:30 am
2 hours late
or Opening
at 10 am
On time
CLASSES
CANCELLED
CLASSES
CANCELLED
Parent/Guardian
Decision; student
not expected to
attend
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Make-up Day Information
The class meeting times exceed the
minimum number of hours required for
credit from CVCC, including orientation day,
in the XLR8 calendar. This additional
instructional time is to account for
inclement weather. In addition, because
XLR8 is a partial day program that serves
multiple school divisions, no additional
adjustment to the XLR8 calendar is required
for inclement weather beyond what is
already covered by the additional time built
into the calendar.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Daily Class Attendance
Students are required to sign in and out
each day the XLR8 STEM Academy in the
attendance notebook.
In addition,
attendance will be taken in each STEM
Academy class by the STEM Academy
Instructor. The XLR8 STEM Academy’s staff
member assigned to act as the attendance
coordinator will maintain a list of all
absences and early dismissals for each
student.
Student Absences
Since the academic pace at the STEM
academy is accelerated, it is important that
student absences be kept to a minimum. If
a student knows in advance that he/she will
be absent from the XLR8 STEM Academy for
personal reasons or a base school academic
activity, he or she must bring a note from a
parent or guardian and make arrangements
for assignments to be completed prior to
the absence.
Students should not miss XLR8 STEM
Academy classes for base high school
activities unless those activities are
academic in nature, such as awards
assemblies, Honor Society inductions, or
similar academic events. Club activity
periods are not considered academic
events.
Returning Following an Absence
If a student is absent from the XLR8 STEM
Academy for illness or a base-school
activity, the student must bring a written
explanation signed by the parent or
guardian to the attendance coordinator at
the STEM Academy. If no note is received
within two days after the student’s return
to school, the student will receive an
unexcused absence. The Director will
notify the student’s parent or guardian of
the unexcused absence.
Any student receiving two (2) unexcused
absences from the XLR8 STEM Academy
will be placed on probation and after the
3rd unexcused absence will be required to
meet with the Director, the student’s
parent/guardian and be placed on a
behavior contract which will be developed
and signed at the meeting with the
Director.
Excessive Absences
If a student is absent five or more times
during a nine weeks grading period, the
Director will send a letter to the student’s
parent or guardian, the base school
principal, and the school and division
advocates.
A similar procedure will be followed if a
student misses ten or more days during a
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semester. In addition, after ten absences,
the Director will call the student’s parent
or guardian to arrange for a conference.
If a student misses 15 days in a semester,
she or he will be dropped from the XLR8
roster.
Only
under
extenuating
circumstances, such as extended illness
with verification from a doctor, will a
student be considered for re-admittance.
Such re-admittance would be contingent
upon the student’s ability to successfully
complete all course requirements by the
end of the semester, and re-admittance is
at the sole discretion of the Director. Due to
the laboratory/project-based nature of the
XLR8 STEM Academy courses, it is not
possible to offer them in a home bound
instruction format.
Arriving Late
team will contact his or her parent or
guardian before the student will be
dismissed. Students are not permitted to
leave XLR8 STEM Academy before their
scheduled departure unless the above
procedure is followed. Disciplinary actions
will be taken if a student leaves campus
without approval for any reason. If a
student needs to recover an object from a
car in the parking lot, he or she must
obtain prior approval from the Director in
order to do so without penalty. It is the
student’s responsibility to follow these
procedures.
ACADEMIC POLICIES
Grading Scale
The Lynchburg Regional XLR8 STEM
Academy uses the following grading scale:
Students who arrive late must report
immediately to the XLR8 main office and
sign the attendance notebook. Consistent
tardiness is addressed in each course
outline and will result in the student’s grade
being negatively affected or the student
being placed on probation.
A - Excellent (90-100)
B - Above average (80-89)
C - Average (70-79)
D - Below average (60-69)
F - Failure (0-59)
I - incomplete
Leaving Early
All incomplete grades must be changed to a
letter grade within four weeks after the end
of the marking period. Incomplete grades
will be given only under extenuating
circumstances, such as prolonged illness.
Early dismissals should be prearranged
when possible. An explanatory note signed
by the student’s parent/guardian will be
approved by the Director before a student
may leave the campus. Students are
required to sign out in the XLR8 STEM
Academy office notebook prior to leaving
the building.
If a student becomes ill during XLR8 STEM
Academy hours, a member of the XLR8
Honor Code
All XLR8 STEM Academy students are
expected to submit their own work on
projects, tests, homework assignments,
research papers, lab write-ups, and in-class
assignments. The sole exception to this rule
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is when a faculty member specifically gives
instructions allowing for group effort on a
given assignment. Likewise, the Honor Code
applies to using, downloading, or copying
materials from any computer without
permission. All assignments and tests will
indicate the student’s honor pledge as
shown below.
I have neither given, received, nor
observed any unauthorized assistance on
this assignment. (Student’s signature)
Reporting Grades
Every nine weeks the XLR8 STEM Academy
faculty will provide each student with a
written notification of his or her grades. The
XLR8 staff will also report students’ grades
to their respective high schools at the end
of each nine week period according to the
XLR8 School calendar. Please note that all
nine-week grades simply reflect the
student’s progress to date in the course.
Students dually enrolled in Central Virginia
Community College (CVCC) classes will
receive their CVCC semester grades
through myCVCC on Blackboard. CVCC will
not report college course grades to
students’ base schools unless a student
requests that a CVCC transcript be sent to
the base school after the grade has been
posted.
A student can obtain the proper form from
the Student Records Office located in the
Amherst Building on the CVCC campus or
from the CVCC web site or by calling (434)
832-7631. The student must submit the
form to CVCC for processing.
Academic Deficiency
If a STEM Academy junior receives a grade
of “C” or below in any STEM Academy
course during a nine weeks marking period,
the student will be required to bring the
progress report back to the STEM Academy
office with a parent or guardian signature.
In addition, the student may be required to
set up a conference with his or her
instructor. During this conference, the
student and the instructor will identify the
problem areas and develop a plan for the
student to improve the grade.
A semester grade of “C” or below in a
course for any student, junior or senior, will
result in the faculty member contacting a
parent or guardian by phone regarding the
grade.
After the first semester grades are posted,
the Director will notify any junior student,
his or her parent or guardian, and the
appropriate division and school advocates if
the student has not earned a “B” average
for the semester and is in danger of not
meeting the criteria for admittance to the
senior program. Additional communications
will occur after the end of the third nine
weeks and at the end of the year.
Semester Exam Policy
All students are expected to take semester
exams on the day scheduled. If there is
some
unavoidable
school-related
scheduling conflict that arises, it must be
brought to the attention of the Director in
advance. If an exception is approved, the
student will take the exam early.
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Only in a rare case, such as illness
confirmed by a physician or a death in the
family, will a make-up examination be
allowed.
If a student does not report for a semester
examination due to an emergency, the XLR8
STEM Academy office must be notified on
the day of the exam by the student's
parent/guardian. Failure to follow this
policy may result in a grade of zero (0) for
the exam.
Semester Grades
The process used to determine semester
grades for each course, including the weight
of semester final exams as appropriate, is
prescribed in the course syllabus.
Eligibility Criteria for the Senior Year
Program
At the end of the junior year, the student
must have a 2.0 grade point average in XLR8
STEM Academy classes in order to be
admitted to the senior-year XLR8 STEM
Academy program.
Criteria for Successful XLR8 Program
Completion
To receive a certificate certifying successful
completion of the science, mathematics and
Project Lead the Way (PLTW) requirements
of the Lynchburg Regional XLR8 STEM
Academy program and receive dualenrollment credits at Central Virginia
Community College, a student must earn
passing grades and have a 2.0 GPA both
semesters as follows:
Enrolling in XLR8 as a junior:
Junior Year
1. Introduction to Engineering
2. Principles of Engineering
3. Math class elective (2 semesters)
4. Chemistry for Engineers (2 semesters)
Senior Year
1. Computer Integrated Manufacturing or
Biological Engineering
2. Digital Electronics
3. Engineering Math or approved Math class
4. Physics or Human Anatomy & Physiology
5. Internship
Enrolling in XLR8 as a senior
A student who enrolls as a senior must earn
a passing grade both semesters of the
senior year in the senior courses listed
above. In addition, such students must have
successfully earned one high school credit
each in Earth Science, Biology 1, Chemistry,
Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra 2 during
high school.
Recommendations Requests
During the year many students will need
staff
recommendations
for
special
programs, awards, scholarships, colleges,
and employment. In order to process
requests promptly, students are required to
complete a Recommendation Request Form.
This form is located on the XLR8 website.
If requesting a recommendation, the
student must first speak to the instructor
to ensure that he or she feels comfortable
writing a recommendation. If so, the
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student will complete the Recommendation
Request Form and must be sure to include
all requested in-formation. If a form is not
filled out appropriately, it will not be
processed. Students should check back with
the faculty member to ensure the
recommendation has been completed by
the deadline.
It takes time for a faculty member to write
a strong recommendation. Therefore, a
minimum of two weeks between the time
the form is submitted and the time the
recommendation must be mailed is
required.
CAREER STUDIES CERTIFICATES
Students enrolled in classes at the STEM
Academy are eligible to receive up to two
(2) Career Studies Certificates awarded by
CVCC.
Students who complete the
requirements are eligible to participate in
the CVCC graduation ceremony held in May
on their senior year.
Career Studies Certificate-Engineering
Fundamentals
100
EGR
EGR
EGR
115
120
123
College Student Success
Math –approved MTH
classes for STEM Academy
Engineering Graphics
Introduction to Engineering
Introduction to Engineering
Design
101
126
IND
160
General Chemistry I
College Chemistry for
Engineers
Introduction to Robotics
TOTAL
4
4
3
25
Career Studies Certificate- Mechatronics
IND
250
Introduction to Basic
Computer Integrated
Manufacturing
3
MEC
140
3
EGR
MTH
190
115
MTH
116
Introduction to
Mechatronics
Coordinated Internship
Engineering Math I or
approved math elective
Engineering Math II or
approved math elective
Science Electives
TOTAL
PHY/BIO
1
3
3
8
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GRADUATION
Academic Requirements for Graduation
The career studies certificate in Engineering
Fundamentals is offered to provide students the
opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills
necessary for entry level engineering
technicians. The curriculum offers a variety of
courses that relate to engineering math, and
chemistry.
SDV
MTH
CHM
CHM
1
6
2
2
2
To be eligible for graduation with a certificate
from the College, a student must:
1. Be admitted and accepted into the program
plan in which they expect to receive a
degree, diploma, or certificate;
2. Fulfill all of the course work and credit-hour
requirements of the program plan with at
least 25% of the credits acquired at CVCC;
3. Complete and submit an Application for
Graduation by the due date for the term
they expect to graduate;
4. Have a minimum grade point average of 2.0
in the program plan;
5. Receive a Graduation Application Review
Form verifying requirements from the
College’s Graduation Coordinator;
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6. Resolve all financial obligations to the
College and return all library and college
materials; and
7. Complete CVCC’s Graduate Exit
Assessment and/or the Program’s exit exam.
Please note that if your requirements are not
met you will need to reapply for graduation.
Graduation Application
To ensure students complete all required
courses needed for their program, students
should meet with an Academic Counselor
prior to the semester in which they apply to
graduate to review their degree progress
report.
Students expecting to complete the
requirements for a degree, diploma, or
certificate must complete a Graduation
Application for each award. Students may
apply to graduate online using their
MyCVCC account via the Student
Information System or by completing a
Graduation Application available on our
website or in the Office of Admissions and
Records. All Graduation Applications must
be received by the due dates listed in the
Academic Calendar for that term.
STUDENT SUPPORT
SERVICES
XLR8 STEM Academy Office (6205)
Administrative Assistant
Please get to know the XLR8 Administrative
Assistant so she can guide you through the
year concerning communication with your
base school, messages to your instructors,
transcripts, and other similar items.
Parking at CVCC
Students who desire to use a vehicle on
camp do not need a special parking decal
but may ONLY park in the upper or lower
student parking lots (Lots 1, 2 and 3) on
the CVCC campus. Students may not park in
a lot designated for faculty, staff, or visitors
or park in such a way as to take up more
than one space. If this occurs, the student
will be subject to a parking violation from
CVCC. Please refer to the CVCC website at
www.cvcc.vccs.edu for complete details.
If a student has car problems at CVCC, the
institutional police will assist, or the student
can go to the college receptionist located in
the Appomattox building by the circular
drive.
Locker Privileges
Each XLR8 STEM Academy student needing
a locker for use during the school year will
be offered access to a locker at no charge.
Students should not keep valuables or
money in lockers. Students should ensure
that the locker is locked securely after each
use. If a student has difficulty with his or
her locker, the student should report the
issue to the XLR8 Administrative Assistant.
If there is a valid reason for the STEM
academy lockers to be searched, the
Director must be present before the search
can take place.
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Textbook Loans and Purchases
XLR8 STEM Academy students will be
responsible for obtaining all required
textbooks, lab manuals and lab supplies for
their math and science classes at the STEM
Academy for fall and spring semesters.
Please contact the CVCC bookstore for
additional information.
professional attire for trips (no sweat shirts,
sweat-pants, team shirts, etc.) unless casual
clothing is specifically requested, as may be
the case for field study. Students are
encouraged to ask questions and be
courteous to the hosts or hostesses. Future
return invitations to our hosts depend in
part on the image we project!
Photo Release
Student Activities Fee
The XLR8 STEM Academy Board approved
the implementation of 25.00 student
activities fee. The fee is due by the end of
the first week of school. These funds pay for
flash drives and t-shirts for juniors,
graduation items for seniors, and help to
defray costs for student activities and trips.
Families for whom this fee causes a
financial hardship may contact the XLR8
Director to request consideration for a
partial waiver of this expense.
Field Trips
Field trips can be an integral part of the
junior and senior courses. All field trips will
originate in the parking area closest to the
XLR8 STEM Academy. The Local Field Trip
Permission Form on file will cover all trips
within the five school division areas. Any
trips outside those bounds will require a
separate permission form which must be
signed and returned to XLR8 before the
student may participate in the event.
Overnight field trips require completion of
the Overnight Field Trip Guidelines Form. A
student is subject to disciplinary actions if
the student’s behavior does not meet XLR8
expectations for student conduct as
outlined later in this handbook. Students
are expected to dress in business/
Since photographs of XLR8 students are
often used to illustrate articles that may be
published or used on websites and in
various programs about our school, we ask
that students and their parents sign a photo
release for these uses. This form was
included in each registration packet, and it
should be on file in the XLR8 office.
Communication with Families
General information about XLR8 events will
be communicated through email, and flyers
and memos either handed to students or
mailed home. Staff may use email to
communicate
information
about
assignments or students’ grades to students
or parents if requested, but since it is
impossible to guarantee confidentiality of
email communications, communication by
phone is preferred.
SCIENCE LABS
All XLR8 STEM Academy students will
perform only laboratory experiments
approved by the instructor. The instructor
will inform the students of any dangers or
safety precautions that need to be
considered for a given experiment. Students
are expected to report accidents
immediately to the nearest instructor so
proper measures can be taken. Individual
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experimentation must be prearranged and
must be conducted under the supervision of
an instructor. Students are responsible for
maintaining the equipment issued to them.
Students
who
break
glassware,
thermometers, or other
laboratory
equipment will be responsible for the
replacement cost of the item by the last day
of the nine week period. If a student does
not know how to use certain equipment, it
is his or her responsibility to secure proper
instructions before proceeding with the
task. Also, students must practice good lab
skills by properly cleaning up all equipment
and materials at the end of the activity. It is
the student’s responsibility to review, on a
regular basis, safety rules and guidelines
provided by the instructor as well as those
posted in labs.
XLR8 Computer Equipment
and Networking Resources
Laptop Computers
There are a small number of laptop
computers available for students to
checkout overnight. These are to be used
by students without home computers or by
those who do not have the software
needed to complete an assignment.
Students can sign these laptops out in the
computer lab at the end of classes. If a
student has a special need to have a
computer for a longer period of time, he or
she will need to make special
arrangements.
Network Access
Students will be issued a network account
and an email account with passwords at
student orientation. Students are to use
these accounts to complete assignments
and to communicate with other students,
the XLR8 faculty, and others on the Internet
throughout the world. Each student has an
important responsibility to uphold the XLR8
Network and Telecommunications Services
Acceptable Use Policy. This document is
provided below for your reference.
Lynchburg Regional XLR8 STEM
Academy/CVCC Network and
Telecommunications Services
Acceptable Use Policy
A. General
An acceptable use policy (AUP) is a written
agreement signed by students, parents, and
staff members which outlines the terms and
conditions of technology use. It establishes
acceptable use guidelines, rules of online
behavior, and access privileges for all users.
Users are identified as all XLR8 STEM
Academy students and staff members, as
well as other individuals who utilize the
Virginia Community College System's local
and shared computer systems technology.
The AUP also covers penalties for violations
of the policy, including security violations
and vandalism of the system and/or
equipment. Prior to using school division
technology resources, each user is required
to sign an AUP agreement and to know that
it will be kept on file as a legal, binding
document.
By using a Virginia Community College
System's local and shared computer
systems, students and staff can connect to
the Internet to gain access to information
from the outside world. The Virginia
Community College System provides
Internet access free of charge to students
and staff. While the ability to communicate
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is an invaluable resource, there are sites on
the Internet which are inappropriate for
access and use by students and staff. Staff
members will make reasonable effort to
reinforce
required
Internet
safety
instruction and to ensure that student use
of the Internet is appropriate and
educational.
am currently enrolled. I will not knowingly
permit use of my entrusted access control
mechanism for any purposes other than
those required to perform authorized
functions related to my status as a student.
These
include
logon
identification,
password, workstation identification, user
identification, digital certificates or 2-factor
authentication mechanisms.
B. User Responsibilities
The most important prerequisite for a
student or educator to receive an account
to
use
CVCC
network
and
telecommunications services is that he or
she takes full responsibility for his or her
own actions. The Lynchburg Regional XLR8
STEM Academy will not be liable for the
actions of anyone using the network and
telecommunications services. All users shall
assume full liability, legal, financial, or
otherwise, for their actions.
The
signature(s) on the Acceptable Use Policy
Agreement form is (are) legally binding and
indicate(s) that the party (parties) who
signed has (have) read the terms and
conditions stated in this policy carefully and
understand(s) their significance.
Users are responsible for adhering to the
following guidelines.
As a user of the Virginia Community College
System's local and shared computer
systems, I understand and agree to abide by
the following acceptable use agreement
terms. These terms govern my access to
and use of the information technology
applications, services and resources of the
VCCS and the information they generate.
The college has granted access to me as a
necessary privilege in order to perform
authorized functions at the college where I
I will not disclose information concerning
any access control mechanism unless
properly authorized to do so by my
enrolling college. I will not use any access
mechanism that the VCCS has not expressly
assigned to me. I will treat all information
maintained on the college computer
systems as strictly confidential and will not
release information to any unauthorized
person.
Computer software, databases, and
electronic documents are protected by
copyright law. A copyright is a work of
authorship in a tangible medium. Copyright
owners have the sole right to reproduce
their work, prepare derivatives or
adaptations of it, and distribute it by sale,
rent, license lease, or lending and/or to
perform or display it. A student must either
have an express or implied license to use
copyrighted material or data, or be able to
prove fair use. Students and other users of
college computers are responsible for
understanding how copyright law applies to
their electronic transactions. They may not
violate the copyright protection of any
information, software, or data with which
they come into contact through the college
computing resources. Downloading or
distributing copyrighted materials such as
documents, movies, music, etc. without the
permission of the rightful owner may be
considered copyright infringement, which is
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illegal under federal and state copyright
law. Use of the college's network resources
to commit acts of copyright infringement
may be subject to prosecution and
disciplinary action.
The penalties for infringing copyright law
can be found under the U.S. Copyright Act,
17
U.S.C.
§§
501-518
(http://www.copyright.gov/title
17/92chap5.html) and in the U.S. Copyright
Office's summary of the Digital Millennium
Copyright
Act
(http://www.copyright.gov/legislation/dmc
a.pdf).
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


I agree to abide by all applicable state,
federal, VCCS, and college policies,
procedures and standards that relate to the
Virginia Department of Human Resource
Management Policy 1.76-Use of Internet
and Electronic Communication Systems, the
VCCS Information Security Standard and the
VCCS Information Technology Acceptable
Use Standard. These include, but are not
limited to:
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


Attempting to gain access to
information owned by the college or
by its authorized users without the
permission of the owners of that
information.
Accessing, downloading, printing, or
storing information with sexually
explicit content as prohibited by law
or policy;
Downloading
or
transmitting
fraudulent, threatening, obscene,
intimidating, defamatory, harassing,
discriminatory,
or
otherwise
unlawful messages or images;
Installing or downloading computer
software, programs, or executable
files contrary to policy;


Uploading
or
downloading
copyrighted materials or proprietary
agency information contrary to
policy;
Sending e-mail using another's
identity, an assumed name, or
anonymously;
Attempting to intercept or read
messages not intended for them;
Intentionally
developing
or
experimenting
with
malicious
programs (viruses, worms, spy-ware,
keystroke
loggers,
phishing
software, Trojan horses, etc.) on any
college-owned computer;
Knowingly propagating malicious
programs;
Changing administrator rights on
any college-owned computer, or the
equivalent
on
non-Microsoft
Windows based systems;
Using college computing resources
to support any commercial venture
or for personal financial gain.
Students must follow any special rules that
are posted or communicated to them by
responsible staff members, whenever they
use college computing laboratories,
classrooms, and computers in the Learning
Resource Centers. They shall do nothing
intentionally that degrades or disrupts the
computer systems or interferes with
systems and equipment that support the
work of others. Problems with college
computing resources should be reported to
the staff in charge or to the Information
Technology Help Desk.
If I observe any incidents of non-compliance
with the terms of this agreement, I am
responsible for reporting them to the
Information Security Officer and/or
management of my college.
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I understand that I must use only those
computer resources that I have the
authority to use. I must not provide false or
misleading information to gain access to
computing resources. The VCCS may regard
these actions as criminal acts and may treat
them accordingly. I must not use VCCS IT
resources to gain unauthorized access to
computing resources of other institutions,
organizations, individuals, etc.
The System Office and colleges reserve the
right (with or without cause) to monitor,
access and disclose all data created, sent,
received, processed, or stored on VCCS
systems to ensure compliance with VCCS
policies and federal, state, or local
regulations. College or System Office
officials will have the right to review and/or
confiscate (as needed) any equipment (COV
owned or personal) connected to a COV
owned device or network.
I understand that it is my responsibility to
read and abide by this agreement, even if I
do not agree with it. If I have any questions
about the VCCS Information Technology
Acceptable Use Agreement, I understand
that I need to contact the college
Information Security Officer or appropriate
college official.
By acknowledging this agreement, I hereby
certify that I understand the preceding
terms and provisions and that I accept the
responsibility of adhering to the same. I
further acknowledge that should I violate
this agreement, I will be subject to
disciplinary action.
serious offense and reserves the right to
copy and examine any files or information
resident on Virginia Community College
systems allegedly related to unacceptable
use. The use of the Virginia Community
College network and telecommunications
services is a privilege, not a right, and
inappropriate use Inappropriate use may
result in termination of access and may
result in disciplinary action, which may
include suspension from school or in case of
employees, termination of contract.
Depending on the severity of the violation,
criminal or civil liability is also possible.
Please sign and return the Acceptable Use
Policy Agreement Form in your student
orientation package and return to the XLR8
STEM ACADEMY office. Retain this
document for future reference.
CONSTRUCTION LAB and
TECHNOLOGY LABS
The XLR8 STEM Academy is fortunate to
have sophisticated equipment for students
to learn basic techniques and procedures
and to complete projects. Since many of the
laboratories contain expensive equipment,
it is imperative that each student operate
the instruments under the supervision of a
faculty member. The student will receive
instructions from the faculty member, and
the faculty member must then observe and
approve the student’s ability to use the
equipment properly prior to the student
actually using the instruments. The
laboratory managers will set specific lab
rules for their laboratories.
C. Discipline
The XLR8 STEM Academy considers any
violation of the acceptable use policy a
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EXPECTATIONS FOR
STUDENT CONDUCT
Each XLR8 STEM Academy student is
responsible for her or his own actions while
on school property or under the supervision
of XLR8 School faculty members during
school activities. Students are expected to
be punctual to class and to respect fellow
class members, XLR8 faculty and school
property. XLR8 faculty and staff will not
tolerate a student who jeopardizes his or
her own safety or the safety of others. In
addition, XLR8 faculty and staff will not
tolerate disruption of the learning process.
Students who choose not to comply with
the school policies or with the local, state
and federal laws are subject to disciplinary
action and any applicable consequences of
the legal system.
Drug, Alcohol, Weapon, Explosives,
or Assault Related Offenses
XLR8 STEM Academy students are not
permitted to possess, sell, or consume
drugs, look-alike drugs or alcohol, or
possess weapons, lookalike weapons, or
explosives on campus, in school vehicles, at
school functions, or on any school
sponsored trips.
Since Lynchburg City Schools is the fiscal
agent of the XLR8 STEM Academy,
Lynchburg City School Board policies
regarding
drug,
alcohol,
weapons,
explosives and assaults will apply. Further,
according to Lynchburg City School’s policy,
students shall not possess or have on their
persons, in their lockers, vehicles, on school
grounds, at school-sponsored functions or
extracurricular activities, or on any school
bus any weapons and/or explosives.
Weapons include firearms, knives, look-alike weapons, laser lights and other
dangerous objects or instruments which
could cause injury to another person.
Explosives include fireworks, firecrackers,
dynamite caps and other explosive
substances or devices.
Finally, Lynchburg City Schools defines an
assault as an attack upon another person
that involves intentional hitting, striking, or
applying of unwanted force. Any student
found to have committed an assault will be
subject to disciplinary action.
The student will have a conference with the
Director to discuss the incident in
detail. Since Lynchburg City Schools is the
fiscal agent of the XLR8 STEM Academy,
Lynchburg City School Board policies
regarding
drug,
alcohol,
weapons,
explosives and assaults will apply. A copy of
the LCS policies is available for review in the
XLR8 STEM ACADEMY main office.
Disciplinary Response to these
Offenses
In the event of a violation, the XLR8 STEM
ACADEMY Director is required by Lynchburg
City Schools (LCS) policy to:
1. Notify the Superintendent -In- Charge,
the base school superintendent and
immediately suspend the student from
XLR8 STEM ACADEMY and;
2. Confiscate the weapons, explosives,
drugs or alcohol and turn them over to the
CVCC Security Department or Lynchburg
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Police Department for appropriate action
and;
3. Notify the parent/guardian by phone and
with a follow-up letter of the offense, the
results of the conference with the Director
and the Director's recommendations to the
Superintendent-In-Charge and;
Cell Phones and Other Portable Electronic
Devices
XLR8 permits students to possess cell
phones and other portable electronic
devices. However, such devices may not be
used during class time except with the
specific permission of the teacher or XLR8
Director.
4. Request the Superintendent-In-Charge
to recommend to the XLR8 STEM Academy
Board that the student be permanently
dismissed from the XLR8 STEM Academy
and;
Fund Raising
Students must not sell products or solicit
support for base high school or personal
fund raising projects at XLR8.
5. Refer the student to his/her base school
officials for counseling and placement.
Base
School
Reciprocity
According to XLR8 Board policy, students
who are suspended or expelled from their
base schools will be automatically
suspended or expelled from the XLR8 STEM
Academy for the duration of the penalty. In
this type of suspension, XLR8 STEM
Academy will follow the base school's policy
regarding making up academic work missed
during the suspension.
Non-drug, alcohol, weapon, assault
related
First Offense:
Students will have a conference with the
Director to identify the problem and the
policy in question. A letter will be sent to
the student’s parent/guardian and base
school principal explaining the reason for
the meeting and any disciplinary action
which may be taken.
Second Offense:
Students will have be given an overnight
suspension/mandatory conference with
student’s parent/guardian and Director to
develop a behavior contract and/or plan of
action to address the behavior in
question. The base school principal and
parent/guardian will be notified in writing
concerning the disciplinary action taken.
APPEALS PROCESS
In order to provide due process for XLR8
students, faculty decisions may be appealed
by a student's parent or guardian to the
Director. The Director’s decisions may be
appealed to the Superintendent-in-Charge.
Interested parents or guardians should
contact the Director for more specific
information on the appeals process.
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INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
The XLR8 Internship Program opportunities
are open to seniors based on availability. To
insure the safety and proper supervision of
students at a sponsor site, the XLR8
Director or designated faculty member will
visit the site and establish a formal
agreement with the sponsor. This formal
learning agreement will include a listing of
the objectives, dates, times, report location
and special conditions of the internship.
The agreement will be signed by the XLR8
Director, student intern, and the internship
sponsor and/or mentor(s). This agreement
will be will be kept on file at the XLR8 STEM
Academy. Students are not required to find
their own internships; however, they are
welcome to make suggestions to the
internship coordinator.
Students are required to provide their own
transportation to and from the sponsor
site.
Parental permission and verification of
medical insurance will be required, along
with the student application, before the
student will be assigned to an internship
opportunity approved by the XLR8 STEM
Academy. The above procedures must be
followed in order for the student to
participate under the auspices of the XLR8
STEM Academy Internship program.
WITHDRAWAL POLICY
In the event the XLR8 STEM Academy
program does not meet the needs of a
student, an opportunity to withdraw from
the program is available at the end of each
semester. The withdrawal policy is designed
to ensure that a decision is made which is in
the best interest of the student. All school
personnel associated with the student will
be apprised of his/her status.
To withdraw from the program, the student
needs to complete the following steps:
1. Schedule a meeting with the XLR8
Director, a parent or guardian of the
student, and the student him or herself to
discuss reasons for wanting to withdraw
from XLR8.
2. Complete the XLR8 withdrawal form, the
CVCC withdrawal form, and return both
forms to the XLR8 office along with any
XLR8 equipment and materials which the
student has in his or her possession.
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
For new students, the XLR8 STEM Academy experience will be very different from base school
classes. Here are some answers to questions you may have about the XLR8 STEM Academy’s
program.
1. Do I need a computer or graphing calculator at home?
It is not a requirement that each student have his or her own computer. Many of our students
have access to a computer at home or at school, and students may use the XLR8 lab or
checkout a laptop overnight if needed. Many students find their computer time is used more
efficiently if they plan or think through what they will do in lab for the next day. All students
are required to have a calculator (graphing is preferred), and almost any current model is
acceptable.
2. What if other students have knowledge of computer software already, and I still don’t
understand what I am doing?
Don’t panic. Some students will need more time to learn how to use the XLR8 technology and
software. You may have some frustrating moments as you learn, (we’ve all been there, faculty
included), but once you achieve your first small successes, they quickly lead to even bigger
ones.
3. How is the XLR8 assignment schedule different from my base high school?
In many of the classes you will have long term assignments. To manage those assignments
effectively requires a plan upfront and attention to details along the way. In some classes
homework will not be taken up for a grade. The homework is assigned to allow you to practice
your skills and make mistakes with minimal penalties as you strengthen your understanding of
content. You will be expected to have completed the homework before each class, and you will
need to speak up and ask questions if you do not understand a problem or concept. Each
instructor will have a policy about homework. Learn the policies, complete the homework, and
ask questions when you have them.
4. Are the classes in a traditional format?
As a XLR8 STEM Academy student, you will find that flexibility is the name of the game. You will
be expected to be prepared for class discussions and ask questions. Sometimes the class
discussions will lead to new theories or ideas. The faculty will continually motivate you to think
through all the possibilities of a problem. XLR8 STEM Academy students have an important
responsibility toward the outcome of a project or experiment. Faculty will facilitate your
learning, but you will ultimately be responsible for the magnitude of the learning experience.
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5. I’m lost in a class...what do I do?
Don’t panic. Go to the instructor immediately and ask for help. Be specific about what you are
having trouble understanding. The faculty members are very eager to help you be successful.
They will direct your studies so you can grasp the material, but you must do your part as well—
read assignments, complete homework, stay organized, and think deeply about the concepts
being discussed. If you find that you are lost, do not avoid the difficult work of getting back on
track; procrastination will only exacerbate the problem. Work with your XLR8 faculty advisor
and base school counselor to find solutions.
6. What happens if I earn a poor grade on my first test?
Don’t panic. We all have an opportunity to learn from our mistakes. Try to analyze what you did
as you prepared for the test. It is not uncommon to do poorly on the first test, identify more
effective study and preparation techniques, and then end up with a much higher grade by the
end of the nine weeks. The faculty and your peers are willing to assist you. Don’t wait until the
day before the next test to get help. Take the initiative and tackle the problem...with help
from the XLR8 School Team!
7. Are XLR8 STEM Academy classes weighted for my GPA?
Yes, all five school divisions count all XLR8 School courses as weighted courses.
8. How will colleges know I’m attending the XLR8 STEM Academy?
The base schools have developed a format on the transcript which indicates XLR8 School
courses. Upon student request, the XLR8 STEM Academy will provide a school profile to each
college or university to which a student applies. The XLR8 STEM Academy does not award credit
toward graduation for completion of courses. Your diploma and official transcript will come
from your base school.
9. What is really DIFFERENT about the XLR8 STEM Academy?
Hopefully you have already experienced some differences during the new student orientation.
Each student is responsible for the depth and breadth of their learning. Many assignments will
have a few guidelines with a great deal of flexibility for you to be creative or demonstrate your
analytical thinking skills. The XLR8 STEM Academy faculty will continually challenge you so you
can develop confidence tackling difficult problems. Students are required to work effectively in
groups and to manage their time effectively. Other unique offerings in the XLR8 program
include the Project Lead the Way courses, the internship program, and the applied math and
science courses. The program is designed to enhance your ability to analyze and solve realworld problems alone and in teams, and experience success in both the classroom setting and
in the business world.
10. When will I have time to talk with my instructors outside of class?
Each week there are five (5) 15 minute HR periods and FLEX periods to talk with instructors,
use the computer lab, work on projects, and so on. This time each week can be used to your
academic advantage! In addition, you are welcome to talk with your instructors to see when
they can arrange time to work with you.
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11. How do I apply for an internship?
All seniors and their parents will have an orientation to the XLR8 Internship Program. The
program format, expectations and opportunities will be explained. All internship opportunities
will be arranged by the XLR8 Director. Students are not responsible for securing their own
internships. Students with special requests for internships can indicate that information on the
interest survey. Students and parents are encouraged to forward information about potential
new internship sponsors to the partnership coordinator. Parental permission will be required
before the student is assigned an internship opportunity approved by the XLR8 School.
12. May I remain at XLR8 after my last class is dismissed so that I can work on assignments
and consult the faculty?
Students are responsible for returning to their base high schools on time for their next classes.
If a student has “extra” time between schools, then it is possible to arrange to work on projects.
Students must ensure that they are complying with the attendance requirements of their home
high schools at all times.
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XLR8 2014-15 JUNIOR STUDENTS
FIRTST NAME
Tyler
Logan
Zachariah
Taylor
Miyah
Matthew
Jermane
Thomas
Benjamin
Dustin
Judson
Conner
Takada
Michael
Julia
Hunter
Diana
Chris
Matthew
Jesus
Shannon
Christopher
Travis
Phillip
Kyndall
NICKNAME LAST NAME
Anderson
Anthony
Berkland
Blake
Boyd
Chase
Bryant
Carson
Cass
Jami
Copeland
Cox
Francis
Francis
Gallagher
Royce
Greenland
Howell
Jennings
Martinez
Perkins
Rice
Riviera
Robertson
Trey
Smith
Taylor
Warner
Witt
SCHOOL
Brookville
Rustburg
Heritage
Staunton River
Heritage
Amherst
Brookville
Heritage
E. C. Glass
Altavista
Jefferson Forest
William Campbell
E. C. Glass
Staunton River
Jefferson Forest
Amherst
Heritage
Staunton River
Staunton River
Heritage
Liberty
Appomattox
Altavista
Amherst
Staunton River
DIVISION
Campbell
Campbell
Lynchburg
Bedford
Lynchburg
Amherst
Campbell
Lynchburg
Lynchburg
Campbell
Bedford
Campbell
Lynchburg
Bedford
Bedford
Amherst
Lynchburg
Bedford
Bedford
Lynchburg
Bedford
Appomattox
Campbell
Amherst
Bedford
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XLR8 2014-15 SENIOR STUDENTS
FIRTST NAME
Tyler
Hunter
Justin
Dylan
Bansari
Joseph
Steven
Carter
Andrew
Nathaniel
Collin
Karley
Rong
Rebekah
Kevin
Gina
Elliott
Pegah
Jon
Matthew
Jamie
Matthew
NICKNAME LAST NAME
Floyd
Hicks
Payne
Wood
Patel
Jay
Rothgeb
Parsons
Villa
Drew
Phillips
Cody
Beckner
Watkins
Stump
Ni
Ni
Talley
Simpson
Lawhorn
Andrews
Ghassemi
Archer
Nunley
Lindsay
Tyler
Hand
SCHOOL
Amherst
Amherst
Amherst
Amherst
Appomattox
Appomattox
Jefferson Forest
Jefferson Forest
Staunton River
Staunton River
Staunton River
Altavista
Altavista
Brookville
Brookville
William Campbell
E. C. Glass
E. C. Glass
Heritage
Heritage
Heritage
Heritage
DIVISION
Amherst
Amherst
Amherst
Amherst
Appomattox
Appomattox
Bedford
Bedford
Bedford
Bedford
Bedford
Campbell
Campbell
Campbell
Campbell
Campbell
Lynchburg
Lynchburg
Lynchburg
Lynchburg
Lynchburg
Lynchburg
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DIVISION ADVOCATES
Amherst County Public Schools
Mary Mays
Supervisor for School Counseling
and Assessment Coordinator
Tele: 946-9342
FAX: 946-9386
Email: mmays@amherst.k12.va.us
PO Box 1257
Amherst, VA 24521
Bedford County Public Schools
Dr. Fred Conner
Supervisor for Career & Technical Education
Tele: 586-1045,
FAX: 586-1872
Email fconner@bedford.k12.va.us
PO Box 748
Bedford, VA 24523
Appomattox County Public Schools
Annette Bennett
Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Tele: 352-8251
FAX: 352-0883
Email: abennett@appomattox.k12.va.us
PO Box 548
Appomattox, VA 24522
Campbell County Public Schools
James Rinella
Director of Secondary Education
Tele: 332-8240
FAX: 528-1655
Email: jrinella @campbell.k12.va.us
PO Box 99
Rustburg, VA 24588
Lynchburg City Schools
Dr. John “Jay” McClain
Assistant Superintendent
Curriculum & Instruction
Tele: 515-5040
FAX: 846-0723
Email: mcclainjc@lcsedu.net
PO Box 2497
Lynchburg, VA 24505
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SCHOOL ADVOCATES
Altavista High School
Judy Hanson
Guidance Director
Tele: 369-4768, ext. 3
FAX: 369-5191
jhanson@campbell.k12.va.us
Amherst County High School
Kim Thomas
Guidance Counselor
Tele: 946-2898
FAX: 946-2263
kthomas@amherst.k12.va.us
Appomattox County High School
Karen Richardson
School Counselor
Tele: 352-7146, ext. 3
FAX: 352-0822
kmrichardson@appomattox.k12.va.us
Brookville High School
Traci Davis
Guidance Director
Tele: 239-2636, ext. 2
FAX: 239-6706
tdavis@campbell.k12.va.us
E.C. Glass High School
Janet Reynolds
Guidance Director
Tele: 522-3719
FAX: 522-3746
reynoldsjl@lcsedu.net
Heritage High School
Jason Jamerson
Guidance Director
Tele: 582-1147
FAX: 582-1137
jamersonjt@lcsedu.net
Jefferson Forest High School
Elizabeth Newby
Guidance Director
Tele: 525-7305, ext. 112
FAX: 525-0106
enewby@bedford.k12.va.us
Liberty High School
Robyn Whorley
Guidance Director
Tele: 586-2541
FAX: 586-7720
rwhorley@bedford.k12.va.us
Rustburg High School
Regina Harris
Guidance Director
Tele: 332-5171, ext. 2
FAX: 332-1187
rharris@campbell.k12.va.us
Staunton River High School
Robin Shelton
School Counselor
Tele: 540/297-7151
FAX: 540/297-2982
rshelton@bedford.k12.va.us
William Campbell High School
Susan Dalton
Guidance Director
Tele: 376-2015, ext. 8
FAX: 376-5859
sdalton@campbell.k12.va.us
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DIVISION PRINCIPALS
Altavista High School
Tyrone Gafford
904 Bedford Ave.
Altavista, VA 24517
369-4768
tgafford@campbell.k12.va.us
Amherst County High School
William Wells
139 Lancer Lane
Amherst, VA 24521
946-2898
wwells@amherst.k12.va.us
Appomattox County High School
Martha Eagle
198 Evergreen Ave.
Appomattox, VA 24522
352-7146
mjeagle@appomattox.k12.va.us
Brookville High School
Bruce Abbott
100 Laxton Rd.
Lynchburg, VA 24502
239-2636
babbott@campbell.k12.va.us
E.C. Glass High School
Tracy Richardson
2111 Memorial Ave.
Lynchburg, VA 24501
522-3712
richardsonts@lcsedu.net
Heritage High School
Tim Beatty
3020 Wards Ferry Rd.
Lynchburg, VA 24502
582-1147
beattytt@lcsedu.net
Jefferson Forest High School
Tony Francis
1 Cavalier Circle
Forest, VA 24551
525-2674
tfrancis@bedford.k12.va.us
Liberty High School
Tim Overstreet
100 Minutemen Dr.
Bedford, VA 24523
586-2541
toverstreet@bedford.k12.va.us
Staunton River High School
Michelle Morgan
1095 Golden Eagle Drive
Moneta, VA, 24121
540/297-7151
mmorgan@bedford.k12.va.us
Rustburg High School
Clay Stanley
PO Box 830
Rustburg, VA 24588
332-5171
cstanley@campbell.k12.va.us
William Campbell High School
Dabney Hansen
474 William Campbell Dr.
Naruna, VA 24576
376-2015
dhansen@campbell.k12.va.us
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XLR8 STEM Academy /CVCC Campus Maps
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The Lynchburg Regional Governor’s
XLR8 STEM Academy
3506 Wards Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24502
434-832-7731
The Lynchburg Regional Governor’s XLR8 STEM Academy does not discriminate on the basis
of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in its programs, activities, or employment
practices, as required by Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504.
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