POLICIES

iQera is nonsectarian and complies with anti-discrimination provisions in its programs, admissions policies, employment practices, and operations as specified in ss. 1002.45 and 1000.05, F.S., respectively.

1. Non-Sectarian Policy

• Purpose: Ensure a neutral educational environment, free from religious bias.
• Policy:
  • The curriculum and school activities shall remain secular.
  • Religious beliefs of students/staff must be respected, but not promoted.
• Procedure:
  • Review materials for religious content.
  • Train teachers to recognize and avoid religious bias.
  • Handle complaints through a clear reporting system.

2. Anti-Discrimination Policy

• Purpose: Ensure an inclusive environment for all.
• Policy:
  • No discrimination based on race, gender, religion, age, disability, or any other protected category.
• Procedure:
  • Regular inclusivity training for staff.
  • Reporting and resolution mechanisms for discrimination complaints.
  • Continuous monitoring and policy review.

3. Teacher Responsibilities

• Purpose: Define and uphold teacher responsibilities.
• Policy:
  • Adherence to curriculum and standards.
  • Maintain a safe and inclusive environment.
• Procedure:
  • Regular performance reviews.
  • Address misconduct through defined processes.
  • Encourage professional development.

4. Parental Responsibilities

• Purpose: Define parent involvement.
• Policy:
  • Ensure student attendance.
  • Support institutional policies.
• Procedure:
  • Maintain communication with staff.
  • Engage in school activities.
  • Use proper channels for concerns.

5. Teacher-Student Interaction Policy

• Purpose: Promote respectful interaction.
• Policy:
  • Maintain professional boundaries.
  • Respect student diversity.
• Procedure:
  • Training on appropriate behavior.
  • Reporting mechanisms.
  • Periodic reviews.

6. Teacher-Parent Interaction Policy

• Purpose: Ensure professional communication.
• Policy:
  • Maintain respectful communication.
  • Protect privacy.
• Procedure:
  • Scheduled meetings.
  • Clear communication guidelines.
  • Conflict resolution processes.

7. Academic Integrity Policy

• Purpose: Promote honesty.
• Policy:
  • No cheating or plagiarism.
• Procedure:
  • Use detection tools.
  • Define consequences.
  • Educate students.

8. Student Eligibility Policy

• Purpose: Define participation criteria.
• Policy:
  • Meet academic and behavioral standards.
• Procedure:
  • Regular evaluations.
  • Clear communication of standards.

9. State Assessment Requirements

• Purpose: Ensure compliance with assessments.
• Policy:
  • Mandatory participation unless exempted.
• Procedure:
  • Prepare students.
  • Communicate schedules.
  • Provide accommodations.

10. Attendance and Participation Requirements

• Purpose: Encourage engagement.
• Policy:
  • Mandatory attendance.
• Procedure:
  • Define absences.
  • Track attendance.
  • Address absenteeism.

11. Subscription and Billing Policy

• Purpose: Ensure transparent billing and fair access to premium features.
• Policy:
  • Subscriptions are recurring (monthly/yearly).
  • Payments are handled via App Store or Play Store.
  • Auto-renewal applies unless canceled before billing date.
• Procedure:
  • Users manage subscriptions in store settings.
  • No refunds after billing cycle starts (unless required).
  • Access continues until period ends after cancellation.