A. DAYS/TIMES OF OPERATION
The ACP program is open exclusively on school days throughout the HISD academic calendar year, beginning in August and ending in June. The program is not open on weekends, during HISD school holidays, spring or summer break, or any day that school has been cancelled by HISD administration or other governing body.
B. COMMUNICATION
ACP seeks to maintain consistent and open communication with Parents/Guardians with, but not limited to, the following methods:
1. Student Accounts/Google Drive accounts:
ACP is currently in the process of reviewing different software solutions for ACP program administration and Student accounts. Parents/Guardians will be informed once this has been established and online. Until that time, every student (siblings will have a shared Drive) will have a Google Drive account assigned to them. Billing statements and tax documents will be sent here.
2. Email:
Notices and other information will be sent by email from
treasurer@mpvapto.com. Emails will be sent to the address provided on the Student Information Form. If Parents/Guardians would like emails also sent to additional accounts, please contact the program director at the address above.
3. REMIND APP:
Parents/Guardians are required to download/join the REMIND APP which can be found online here (
REMIND APP SIGN UP) or in the app store. The ACP group link will be emailed to Parents/Guardians when enrollment has been completed and accepted. This app is required so that ACP Staff/Admins can send emergency communication and instructions (severe weather/lockdown/school closures) to families in ACP as QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE. (
Outside of emergency situations, staff will not be monitoring the app.)
C. LATE START/CANCELLATION
1. SCHOOL CANCELED:
If HISD cancels school, and/or closes its buildings, because of adverse weather, or any other reason, ACP will also be closed/cancelled. Any HISD school closure/delay also includes ACP.
2. LATE START:
If HISD has a late-start because of adverse weather or other such event, ACP will not open for the morning session.
3. UNSCHEDULED EARLY CLOSURE:
If HISD cancels school after the school day has begun, ACP will also need to close. Parents/Guardians are required to pick up students immediately (no later than one (1) hour from the official announcement. If Parent/Guardian cannot be contacted and/or does not arrive within the time allotted, in accordance with HISD policy, local authorities may be contacted to pick up student.
D. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
In the event of an emergency, the following procedures are in place to ensure the safety of students and staff:
1. Evacuation/Lockdown:
Staff members are responsible for moving students quickly and quietly to the designated safe area. Emergency evacuation & relocation diagrams are in areas specified by local authorities. In some circumstances, Parents/Guardians may be called to pick up their students.
2. Medical Emergencies:In a life-threatening emergency, 911 will be called before Parents/Guardians. In the event of other medical emergencies, staff will take necessary steps in obtaining care for the student then attempt to contact Parents/Guardians.
If the Parents/Guardians are unable to be reached, staff will call 911.
Our primary objective is to obtain medical treatment. In case of emergency, transportation to a hospital will be via an emergency vehicle. Parent/Guardian shall complete and submit an ACP EMERGECY WAIVER as part of the Registration Packet:
ACP EMERGENCY WAIVER FORM
E. HOMEWORK POLICY
After student check-in, teachers will encourage students to complete homework for the first hour. During this time, students may be asked to be respectful of their peers and keep their voices down/use headphones.
It is your student’s sole responsibility to complete their individual homework assignments. If homework help is needed, encourage your student to ask staff for assistance. Information regarding tutorial programs may be found on the main Meyerland PVA Middle School website and beyond the scope of ACP.
F. MEALS
Meals are not provided by ACP. However, afternoon care meets in the cafeteria and students may get afternoon meals as provided by MPVA Middle School cafeteria. Morning care dismisses to cafeteria breakfast session.
Students may also bring their own meals/snacks. Please remind your students to clean up behind themselves.