Parents' Bill of Rights
Dayspring Academy joins the Florida Legislature in recognizing that it is a fundamental right of parents to direct the upbringing, education, and care of their minor children. Because there are multiple kinds of services available, the Dayspring Parent Privacy Portal permits you, as a parent with fundamental rights under Florida’s Parents' Bill of Rights, to make informed, individualized, and specific consent decisions that best support both your child and your parenting decisions.
Please be advised that by providing consent to healthcare or other services you are not waiving your rights to access any records that Dayspring Academy may possess regarding your child. Dayspring Academy protects parental rights by abiding by and enforcing Section 1002.22, Florida Statutes, as well as the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) with regards to a student’s records.
Please be advised that to the extent that your child is educated through the utilization of an individualized education plan (IEP) or Section 504 Plan, then the specific written consent(s) you have provided during the IEP or Section 504 planning, or evaluation process will control and take precedence over any consent parameters set forth in this Online Consent Notification System. If you are not in agreement with the consents and/or services or evaluations provided to your child under their IEP or Section 504 planning or evaluation process, please contact their school to schedule a team meeting to discuss the same and otherwise avail yourself of the rights afforded to you under the IDEA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
To learn more about the healthcare and other services that are available to your child, and to make your informed decision as to whether you will be consenting to the provision of those services, please email studentservices@dayspringacademy.org to request further information.
Parents' Bill of Rights
Dayspring Academy is committed to honoring the rights of parents and promoting parental involvement in the District. Dayspring Academy recognizes the fundamental rights of parents to direct the upbringing, education, and care of their minor children.
Parent/Guardian Notices and Rights
Parental Consent and Opt-outs
Human Growth and Development Curriculum
HB 545 Requires schools districts and boards to:
Publish notice on district's website concerning parent's right to exempt student from reproductive health & disease education
Annually approve instructional materials relating to reproductive health & disease education in an open, noticed public meeting
Specifies that reproductive health & disease education instructional materials are to be made available for public review & comment under specific process.
It is the right of the parent and/or guardian to request to exempt their student from reproductive health & disease education. This can be done in the Dayspring Parent Privacy Portal.
If you would like further information, please contact studentservices@dayspringacademy.org.
Every student is provided the opportunity to check out and utilize books (print and eBooks), periodicals and other resources at the school. Materials included in the school library/media center should be age appropriate and support state standards and benchmarks and course goals. Parents who would like to opt out their student from the opportunity to check out and utilize books (print and eBooks), periodicals and other resources at the school can indicate this in the Dayspring Parent Privacy Portal.
Media Release
Dayspring Academy strives to celebrate the accomplishments of its students by sharing information with the community. To do this, Dayspring Academy may submit press releases to local media (newspapers, radio, television, online news blogs) that include student names, student work, student photographs, and video and/or voice recordings.
In addition, Dayspring Academy may choose to publish and/or display this information in Dayspring's-sponsored publications, at various school or public functions, on the District’s local cable channel, website(s) and various social media channels, or in the school yearbook. While the intent of this practice is to be informative and celebratory, the District recognizes that concerns may arise regarding a student’s right to privacy.
Pursuant to the Federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), school districts are permitted to release "school directory information" unless parents exercise their right of refusal. Under the FERPA law, this information could include: student name, residential address, e-mail address, phone numbers, photographs/images, school locations, field of study, degrees, honors and awards received and participation in athletics and other activities. If you DO NOT grant permission for the District to release your child’s name, photograph, schoolwork, and/or video or voice recording in the manner stated above, you must indicate no. A no is considered valid for one (1) school year.
It is the intent and practice of Dayspring Academy to publish, post, or release ONLY a child’s name, photograph, audio and/or video recording, displays of student work or other school-related information and ONLY as related to student achievement (e.g. academic/athletic recognition or award) or student accomplishment (e.g. a specially selected piece of work).
Parent or Guardians can opt out via the consent form in the Dayspring Parent Privacy Portal.
Medicaid Notice and Consent
Dayspring Academy may request the use of Medicaid reimbursements to support the delivery of health care services throughout Dayspring Academy. By selecting "Yes" you are giving Pasco County Schools permission to utilize information contained on this form that is required by the Agency of Health Care Administration in order to verify Medicaid eligibility. In addition, you are giving permission for Dayspring Academy to access your child's public benefits to pay a share of the cost for services provided as referenced in the child's Individual Educational Plan (if applicable). At no time will you be required to incur out of pocket expenses for these services regardless of your child's Medicaid eligibility status. Any personally identifiable information about your child will not be disclosed to any other organization for any purpose except what has been noted above.
Parents must provide consent via the Dayspring Parent Privacy Portal.
Preliminary SAT (PSAT)/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT)
Dayspring Academy will administer the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) to 10th grade students at no cost to students. This test is used as a counseling and diagnostic tool, which can be used to foster student thought about advanced coursework and college/career planning. This is an optional test. If you would prefer that your student not participate in this test, please use the Dayspring Parent Privacy Portal to opt out.
Specific Health Services Consent
Every student is provided the opportunity to participate in the School Health Service Program provided by Dayspring Academy Health Staff in collaboration with Florida Department of Health in Pasco. As required in Section 381.0056, Florida Statues, the Dayspring Academy Health Plan is to enrich learning by promoting the student's health and wellness. State mandated health screenings are performed in the following grades:
Vision- Kg, 1st, 3rd, 6th;
Hearing- KG,1st, 6th;
Height and Weight (BMI) - 1st, 3rd, 6th;
Scoliosis - 6th.
Additional grades or individual students may be screened based on need. All students new to the state of Florida grade K-5 will be screened for vision and hearing. Consent can be provided in the Parent Portal and will remain in effect for one school year or parent/guardian rescind consent for school health services. Separate parent/guardian authorizations will be required for the school clinic staff or school staff to administer daily or as-needed prescribed or over-the-counter medications, conduct medical procedures or provide medical treatment. When necessary, emergency health services such as emergency first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), or use of automated external defibrillator (AED) will be performed until Emergency Medical Services arrive on campus. You may opt out of the basic screening in the Dayspring Parent Privacy Portal.
Parents Acknowledgements
Athletics Resources
Students interested in athletics must have all required forms completed, signed, and submitted to the coach/school BEFORE the student can participate in off-season conditioning or in-season tryouts. For more information please email Student Services at studentservices@dayspringacademy.org.
Diploma Options and Requirements
Educational Options, Advancement and Acceleration
Dayspring Academy is proud to offer many high-quality educational options at each of our great schools. While most students are assigned to a school based on the location of their residence, our district provides families with a variety of school choice options and programs. We encourage students, parents, and guardians to explore all that we offer and to choose the best option for their student based on his or her unique learning needs and interests.
Family Empowerment Scholarship
The Family Empowerment Scholarship (FES) Program was established during the 2019 Legislative Session to enhance Florida's menu of education options. It will provide children whose families have limited financial resources with the opportunity to attend the school that best meets their needs and enables them to reach their academic goals.
Fine Arts/JROTC Participation Form
Pre-participation form (Required for Band, Eurythmics, & JROTC Students)
Secondary band, JRTOC and eurhythmics teachers will need to have a signed copy of the Student Participation Consent form on file for each student. Please contact your student's teacher for the form to complete or contact Student Services at studentservices@dayspringacademy.org
Network and Technology Use Agreement
Notice of Social Security Number Disclosure (Aviso sobre la divulgación de números del Seguro Social - inglés y español)
Description of the reasons that Dayspring Academy collects Social Security numbers for our students and how that information is protected and used:
Online Instruction Broadcast Acknowledgement
Dayspring Academy implements the use of virtual communication and instruction platforms (“VCP,” such as “ZOOM”, “Facetime,” etc.,) to provide a situational alternative to physical meetings, and to supplement instruction when students and/or staff are not able to meet face to face. VCPs are owned and operated by third parties, and while the staff of Dayspring Academy will abide by all laws, regulations, and policies concerning the privacy of any confidential or protected information contained in any online broadcasts, it cannot make any assertions regarding the VCPs’ compliance with any applicable laws, regulations, or policies.
Physical Education Waiver
Procedural Safeguards for Parents and Students with Disabilities
As a parent, you are entitled to information about your rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). These rights, or procedural safeguards, are intended to ensure that you have the opportunity to be a partner in the educational decisions made regarding your child.
Respect and Civility Policy Statement - (Declaración sobre las normas de respeto y civismo - inglés y español)
Description of the policy that promotes mutual respect, civility and orderly conduct among all district employees, students, families and the general public.
Student Code of Conduct
Comprehensive handbook of the complete Student Code of Conduct for all students, the discipline matrix, rights of students and procedures for due process and appeals.
Student Progression Plan
Florida Statute 1008.25 requires each district school board to establish a comprehensive program for student progression. Each district school board must annually report to the parent of each student the progress of the student toward achieving state and district expectations for proficiency in English Language Arts, science, mathematics, and social studies. The district school board must report to the parent the student’s results on each statewide assessment test. The evaluation of each student’s progress must be based upon the student’s classroom work, observations, tests, district and state assessments, and other relevant information. Progress reporting must be provided to the parent in writing in a format adopted by the district school board. Click here for more information on the Student Progression Plan. (Note: link to Dayspring progression plan).
Parents Notifications
Bullying/Harassment/Teen Dating Violence Policy and Procedure
Description and policy regarding bullying, harassment and teen dating violence and abuse (see also Student Code of Conduct)
Career Academies
Listing of Career & Technical Education programs available to Dayspring Academy students and the location of each program.
Classroom Transfer Process
A parent has the right to request that his or her student be transferred to a different classroom teacher. For more information, or to make a request, please contact Student Services at studentservices@dayspringacademy.org.
Clubs
Dayspring Academy does not offer student-led clubs and after school programs. All after school activities, groups, and associations are curriculum based and led by Dayspring staff.
Dropout Prevention and Graduation Enhancement
Description and location of the various dropout prevention programs that are available and implemented in Pasco County.
Economic Security Report
Florida has an extensive postsecondary higher education system—a system that provides students access to a world class education. To ensure Florida’s postsecondary higher education system is well positioned for the future, the Florida Legislature created the Economic Security Report to provide students, parents, and others with information on graduates of Florida’s public postsecondary institutions of higher education.
Emergency Treatment
Dayspring Academy may provide, refer, or otherwise seek emergency medical care or treatment for a child when the child has been injured or is otherwise suffering from an acute illness, disease, or condition from which a reasonable person would believe that a delay in the initiation or provision of emergency medical care or treatment would endanger the health or physical well-being of the child. If Dayspring Academy is unable to reach parents or designated contact using the number(s) listed on the child’s emergency card, Dayspring Academy will take whatever actions it deems reasonable and necessary to provide or obtain care and treatment for the child, and to exchange both educational and medical information with a health care provider as necessary to support the continuity of care of the child.
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Student education records are official and confidential documents protected by one of the nation’s strongest privacy protection laws, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
Food & Nutrition Services
Information about the food and nutrition services provided to Pasco students, meal prices and information regarding the criteria and application process for free/reduced meals.
2022-23 Meal Pricing:
Breakfast: - Elementary: $1.60, Middle/High $1.75;
Lunch: Elementary/Middle $3.00, High $3.50.
Additional entrees, extra side items a la carte and snacks are also available for purchase.
FortifyFL
FortifyFL is a suspicious activity reporting tool that allows you to instantly relay information to appropriate law enforcement agencies and school officials.
HOPE Scholarship
Beginning with the 2018-19 school year, a student enrolled in a Florida public school in kindergarten through grade 12 who has been subjected to an incident of battery; harassment; hazing; bullying; kidnapping; physical attack; robbery; sexual offenses, harassment, assault, or battery; threat or intimidation; or fighting at school the opportunity to transfer to another public school with capacity or enroll in an approved private school under the Hope Scholarship.
Instructional Materials
In Dayspring Academy it is a goal to provide high quality instructional materials to support the teaching and learning process. The selection of core instructional materials is governed by Dayspring Academy Governing Board.
Naviance Online Career & Academic Planning
Information regarding Naviance - an online platform available to Dayspring Academy's middle and high school students to assist with planning and post-secondary life including post-secondary education, financial aid information and career planning
Non-Discrimination Policy
Dayspring Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, or age in its programs, services, and activities or in its hiring and employment practices. You may contact the Equity Manager at humanresources@dayspringacademy.org.
Privacy Rights Under the Health Information Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA) - (Derechos de privacidad bajo el Acta de Responsabilidad sobre la Portabilidad de la Información de Salud - HIPAA - inglés y español)
Information regarding the Health Information Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA) and how Dayspring Academy protects this information.
Reporting Child Abuse
Pursuant to chapter 39 all employees and agents of Dayspring Academy have an affirmative duty to report all actual or suspected cases of child abuse, abandonment, or neglect.
Reporting Professional Misconduct
All employees and agents of Dayspring Academy have an obligation and legal responsibility to report misconduct by instructional personnel and school administrators which affects the health, safety or welfare of a student.
Responsibility of Dayspring Academy and Parents or Guardians for Students Who Are Transported at Public Expense
The district follows the rules set forth in F.S. 6A-3.0121.
School Safety and Mental Health Resources
Any student who is determined to have brought a firearm or weapon must also be referred to mental health services identified by Dayspring Academy. Any student who is determined to have made a threat or false report must be referred to mental health services identified by Dayspring Academy for evaluation or treatment, when appropriate.
Student Directory Information
To Opt-Out of “directory information” distribution, please send a request via email to studentservices@dayspringacademy.org including student name, and student ID in the message.
The Pledge of Allegiance
Policy regarding the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance and the process for students to be excused from this activity.