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Student and Family Handbook
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Schedule
DAILY: 75 Minutes of English Language Arts and 75 Minutes of Math.
TWICE A WEEK: 75 Minutes of Science, and 75 Minutes of Social Studies.
ONCE A WEEK: 75 Minutes of Civic Engagement, 75 Minutes of Global Perspectives, 75 Minutes of Information & Communications Technology, 75 Minutes of Physical Education, and75 Minutes of Health
School Policies
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Student Support Services
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Special Education for Children in New York State Ages 3 - 21, A Parent’s Guide
NYSED Procedural Safeguard Notice
AVISO RELATIVO A GARANTÍAS DEPROCEDIMIENTO
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
We want to ensure that all community members are clear on the different facts surrounding our school. To that end, we’ve provided answers to the most frequently asked questions (FAQs) we’ve encountered while speaking to our community.
Below are our responses to the most frequently asked questions:
What is your schedule?
Our school schedule is from 7:20am - 2:05pm, daily. Classes will start promptly at 7:20am each day.
Where is your school located?
Our brand new campus is located at 528 South Park Buffalo, NY 14204
Do the uniforms cost any money?
The school will provide the uniform items for each student. Parents/Guardians must only purchase black (closed toe) shoes or sneakers for their child(ren). Students are allowed to wear blue, black, and/or khaki pants. No jeans will be permitted.
Are there any fees whatsoever?
There are no fees.
Is there an entrance exam?
No
How are you different from other charter schools?
We are the only Cambridge International School in the Buffalo-Niagara Region and the only school with the Civil Air Patrol program in Western New York. As a Cambridge International School, we offer four courses from Cambridge; Global Perspectives, Digital Literacy, Art & Design, and Cambridge Physical Education. Through our Civil Air Patrol Cadet Squadron, which is an Air Force-based youth program, our students to learn leadership, aerospace science, STEM, and robotics. Cadet also have a chance to pilot single engine aircraft.
What curriculum will you use?
Buffalo Creek Academy has adopted IReady's ELA and Math Curriculum. Savvas Science & Social Studies curriculum will be used across all grade levels. Buffalo Creek Academy has a unique component within our curriculum which will be our Innovative Courses. The pillar of Buffalo Creek Academy’s innovative courses currently include Cambridge Global Perspectives, Cambridge Digital Literacy, Cambridge Art & Design , and Cambridge Physical Education.
How long are the classes?
English: 1 block (75 minutes each). Math: 1 blocks (75 minutes each). Science: 75 minutes utilizing Success Academy curriculum. Social Studies: 75 minutes utilizing Success Academy. All Cambridge Course utilize Cambridge Curriculum and are 75 minutes per class. Physical Education & Health: 75 minutes per class
Will you provide breakfast and lunch?
Yes, breakfast and lunch are provided daily.
How old does my child have to be to attend?
Eligibility required that your child must have completed the prior grade to be eligible to enroll; for example, your child must have completed the 4th grade in order to enroll into the 5th grade at BCA.