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ASBESTOS HAZARD EMERGENCY RESPONSE LETTER

 

FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS & PRIVACY ACT (FERPA) – ANNUAL NOTICE

 

LEA SPECIFIC LICENSES

John Hancock Charter School employs and supports educators who possess Professional, Associate, and LEA-Specific Educator licenses.
Professional Educator Licenses are awarded to individuals who have completed an Educator Preparation Program through a University Program or through a USBE approved alternative pathway.

Associate Educator licenses are granted to individuals who are working through an approved Educator Preparation Program as an intern candidate, or while they fulfill requirements of an alternative pathway approved by the USBE to individuals who already meet basic educator training and other requirements.

Local Education Agency (LEA) Specific Licenses are requested and approved by local boards of education/districts/charters. John Hancock Charter School may hire individuals and request an LEA Specific License in areas of scarcity, or otherwise difficult to fill positions. LEA Specific Licenses may also be approved for individuals possessing significant industry experience or expertise to teach certain courses and to help students. Each LEA Specific License is evaluated and approved by the JHCS Board of Education in an open meeting.

LEA Specific Licenses may be approved for Elementary, Secondary, CTE, Early Elementary, and other assignments in all content areas, and endorsements for 1-3 years. At the end of 3 years, each application will be reviewed by the JHCS Board of Education.  John Hancock Charter School is not authorized to provide an LEA-specific educator license in the areas of special education or preschool special education.

More information about the license status of individual educators can be found by using the Educator Look up Tool provided by the USBE.

Teacher Qualifications for John Hancock Charter School by locations:

Pleasant Grove

Percent Assignments qualified by Associate License: 6%

Percent Assignment qualified by LEA Specific License: 17%

Percent Assignments NOT Qualified: 0%

Percent Assignments qualified by Professional License: 77%

 

Eagle Mountain 

Percent Assignments qualified by Associate License: 15%

Percent Assignment qualified by LEA Specific License: 42%

Percent Assignments NOT Qualified: 0%

Percent Assignments qualified by Professional License: 43%

 

*John Hancock updates information about its teachers’ licenses annually in November of each school year after the CACTUS Clearinghouse.

 

 

SCHOOL STUDENT ENROLLMENT

John Hancock Charter School enrolls approximately 185 students on its Pleasant Grove (PG) Campus and approximately 900 students on its Eagle Mountain (EM) Campus. As of November 26, 2024, the count of students on the PG Campus was 180 and the EM Campus was 856. The actual chartered number of students is 190 on its PG Campus (CLICK HERE for CHARTERING DOCUMENTS). In its Charter Conversion Document – 2005, JHCS may enroll up to 1100 students.

 

 

Testimonials

We were first exposed to John Handcock Charter School when we moved here 6 years ago my Stepmother in law, she raved about this school as her children had gone here. We applied and were fortunate enough to get into our first year. We have been so impressed since that point. JHCS thinks of kids first. They pay attention to what each individual student needs. They pay attention to their academic needs and use math coursework that better prepares students for higher education. They use music, and art to produce a better well-rounded student. It has been proven time and time again that having music and art is just as important as other education. When the pandemic hit we were blown away by the method in which they handled themselves. Each student had completed assignments and daily teaching by the teachers not just handed a chrome book and said good luck. JHCS focuses on getting and maintaining phenomenal teachers. From Kindergarten on every teacher we have had is amazing. JHCS keeps recess this is so big in a world where kids need movement along with education they do not sacrifice exercise instead they incorporate it and use it. They work to teach students in a way that makes them excited to go to school. The teachers are frequently communicating what is going on with my individual students, and what is going on in the school overall. My older children that have graduated from JHCS have lifelong friendships that have continued despite going to a different school because JHCS encourages kindness. They also focus on mental health to help students progress and move forward. They are truly learning lifelong healthy skills.

Stacy Hawks

I have had kids at John Hancock Charter School for 12 years now, and I have been consistently impressed with the high levels of caring and dedication from everyone there. The teachers truly care about the kids in their classes and ensuring their success. The small size creates a real feeling of family at the school, and my kids feel like they know their teachers before they even step into their classrooms. The curriculum at John Hancock goes well beyond reading and math. My kids are conversant with ancient and modern history, principles of science, art history, and even music. John Hancock is a school that has high expectations for kids, and then gives them the tools to meet those expectations.

Erika Nelson

John Hancock Charter School has been the best school for my kids! This is the eighth year I've been at JHCS and I can say that no other elementary school- charter or not- can provide a better experience, a better team of teachers and staff members, a better curriculum for their students, or a better environment to learn in. Those who are lucky enough to get into John Hancock Charter School feel as if they are part of one big family. The director and Principal of the school- for fifteen years now- has done an outstanding job making John Hancock Charter School one of the best schools in all of Utah!

Jeanie C.

I love John Hancock Charter School. They have amazing teachers and staff, small class sizes, and really inspire a love for learning. While not the most aesthetically pleasing campus, they use all resources and money to go directly back to help the students which is obviously most important.

Jess P.

Joining JHCS has been one of the best decisions my husband and I have made for our children. They are receiving a top notch education and are growing and flourishing in their schoolwork. What doesn’t show up in their test scores are the extras that make JHCS stellar. The emphasis on a growth mindset and the encouragement to learn beyond the classroom will help them throughout their entire lives.

Nicole M., Parent