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ASIJ High School Daily Schedule 2010-11
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Welcome
Dear ASIJ Students,
Welcome to the 2010-11 school year! I hope you have come back from your summer
holiday refreshed, re-energized, and looking forward to a great year. The start of a new
school year always provides an opportunity to set new goals for yourself. Whether it is
rising to the challenge of a new course, trying out for a team youve never played on
before, joining a fine arts production, or getting involved in a service project or club, I
encourage you to push yourself in new directions this year.
You should view this handbook as a useful reference, which describes the policies and procedures
that help ASIJ function smoothly, fairly, and effectively for all. The pages that follow provide
important information regarding both our academic and co-curricular programs. The planner
at the end of the handbook contains important calendar dates for the year. You should also
pay particular attention to the information on our new open gradebook and grade reporting
procedures, as well as a revised section on academic honesty.
In addition to understanding the policies and procedures featured in this handbook, I encourage
you to scan the high school guiding principles. These principles focus on how we approach
teaching and learning, our community, and the management of our time at ASIJ. As we put these
principles into practice, we will continually be looking for ways to increase student involvement
in the decisions, culture, and life of the school. Time for sleep, for conversation, and for relaxation
is as important as time for study. If you make good choices and maintain a healthy perspective
on your education, surely you can find the time to enjoy family, community, learning, and sleep.
For us to continue making our school an even better place to learn, we must approach
all that we do here with passion, integrity, and a spirit of collaboration. After all, this
is your school, and it is your energy, enthusiasm, work ethic, and friendships that make
ASIJ such a special place. I think we are all up to the task, and I look forward to working
together with our faculty and staff, our parents, our student council, and the entire
student body to make this school year a successful and rewarding one.
Go Mustangs!
Rick Weinland
High School Principal
The Student Council hopes each and every one of you had an electrifying, revitalizing, and
fulfilling vacation. We all start the year with refueled energy to study hard, to pursue passions,
and to take advantage of our diverse talents and the many opportunities available at ASIJ. To
those of who are returning, you know the drill: welcome back! TTo those new to ASIJ, allow
me to be the first to welcome you on behalf of your Student Council! It is great having you as
part of the Mustang community.
ASIJ is a unique community. It has a great faculty and, staff along with the best campus and
an accomplished student body in sport, academics and fine arts. There is something for each
and every one of us.
The Student Council promises to serve as a liaison between the student body and the
administration, to provide leadership for the school and to help set an optimistic tone on the
campus. The Student Council aspires to draw students together and to create a sense of shared
ownership. We will reflect the student bodys will appropriately and quickly. And emphasize
communication.
We look forward to working together with the administration, faculty, staff, parents and
student body to make this school year a successful one.
Student Council promises to do our best, promises to deliver, and promises to be dedicated to
the good of the school and to you.
Welcome to the new, exciting, hopeful 2010-2011 school year!
Christopher Chang
Student Council President
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High School Guiding Principles
These principles guide the high school as we pursue ASIJs Vision to be an exemplary learning
community. Rather than prescribe a set of policies or plans, these principles are meant to provide
direction as we make decisions, craft policies, and move forward with programs. Effective use
of these principles requires a willingness to solve problems, the confidence to resolve differences
and the ability to imagine solutions. We, as faculty, staff, and students at ASIJ, foster a culture of
personal excellence, a passion for learning, and a sense of belonging by focusing on the following:
Integrity
Personal integrity and honesty are at the heart of a healthy community and we strive to make
them an integral part of our high school culture. To act with integrity we should:
respect one anothers values.
be aware that our actions impact others.
respect individual and community property.
recognize our mistakes and focus on how we can improve in the future.
work with academic honesty.
be open and transparent in our interactions with one another.
Community
We thrive as a community when we promote:
meaningful connections through shared interests.
mentoring relationships among and between students, faculty, staff, coaches, and activity leaders.
a responsibility to build and maintain relationships beyond the high school.
Time
Time is a precious commodity which we need to manage effectively to strike a healthy
balance between personal, family, social, curricular and co-curricular life.
We sacrifice personal well-being if were spread too thinly. Our emphasis should be
quality over quantity.
Respect for both student and teacher time requires effective communication practices,
ongoing collaboration, flexibility and willingness to make accommodations.
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ASIJs Mission, Vision & Values
Mission:
Developing Compassionate, Inquisitive Learners Prepared for Global Responsibility.
Vision:
To be an exemplary international learning community that nurtures each students full potential.
Core Values:
Students: ASIJ prioritizes the needs of the whole individual and promotes a balanced education
for each student. We focus on the acquisition of high-level academic skills and the healthy social,
physical and emotional development of our students.
Excellence: ASIJ inspires our students to achieve their full potential and to passionately pursue
excellence in everything they do. We actively seek out learning experiences that develop creativity
and instill the desire to achieve personal success.
Environment: ASIJ recognizes and accepts our obligation to act responsibly to protect the
environment and conserve our resources.
Honesty & Integrity: ASIJ promotes honesty and integrity in our interactions with each other.
Heritage: ASIJ celebrates our more than 100-year history in Japan and our ability to expand
beyond the classroom to take advantage of one on the worlds most dynamic cultural, social and
economic centers to provide future learning opportunities.
Service: Through service, ASIJ develops good citizens that contribute to the betterment of our
school, our community and society.
Community: Although we come from varied backgrounds, ASIJ draws strength from its
community where an environment of respect and tolerance allows community members to
comfortably express their views and share a common sense of belonging.
Minimum Requirements
Subject Credits
English 4
English 9 and 10 are required. English Literature is a prerequisite to English honors courses.
Social Studies 3
ASIJ students must take the required Social Studies classes in grades 9, 10 and 11.
US History is a graduation requirement for all students and is normally taken in grade 11.
Math 2
Science 2
One credit of physical science and one credit of life science are required.
Modern Languages 2
Two levels of the same language in grades 9-12 are required.
Physical Education 1
Physical Education is required in grade 9 (2 semesters) and grade 10 (1 semester).
Health
Electives 4
All courses over the minimum departmental requirements are counted as electives.
Study of Japan
Students must complete one semester of the study of Japan. Courses which fulfill this
requirement are Japan Studies, Japan Seminar, Japanese Literature in Translation, and
Japanese Language.
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Advanced Placement Courses
ASIJ offers Advanced Placement Courses to juniors and seniors who demonstrate the ability and
desire to work at a level comparable to the first year of college in a given subject. Students are
required in most AP courses and strongly encouraged in other AP courses to take the Advanced
Placement Exam in order to receive college credit in addition to earning credit toward graduation.
Advanced Placement courses leading to AP exams are offered at ASIJ in the following subjects:
1. AP Macroeconomics
2. AP European History
3. AP US History
4. AP Calculus AB
5. AP Calculus BC
6. AP Statistics
7. AP Computer Science
8. AP Biology
9. AP Chemistry
10. AP Physics
11. AP Environmental Science
12. AP Japanese Language and Culture
13. AP Studio Art
14. French V (Language)
15. Spanish V (Language)
In addition, the following honors courses provide preparation for Advanced Placement exams:
1. Advanced Composition
2. Modern Literature
3. Tragedy
2. Credit
One-half credit is given for the successful completion of each semester of a course. Students
enrolled in year-long courses are expected to complete both semesters of the course. Exceptions
may be granted for students we feel are misplaced in a particular course. In these cases, a teacher
and/or counselor must recommend that the course be dropped. Students who receive an F grade
for one semester of a full-year course must repeat only the semester failed (except in modern
languages and math) in an attempt to earn credit.
3. Attendance
Regular attendance in all courses, labs and assigned resource centers and conferences
is required to earn credit toward graduation. Specific policies regarding attendance are
outlined elsewhere in this handbook.
4. Independent Study
Independent Study is an option for juniors and seniors who have demonstrated initiative
in a particular field of study and wish to pursue learning beyond the scope of what ASIJ
offers. This course of study may be arranged with the guidance and permission of the
supervising teacher, counselor, and principal, provided all of the following conditions
have been met:
a. The desired course is not offered as part of the curriculum.
b. The student has fulfilled the credit requirements for that subject area.
c. The proposed course of study is beyond the scope of (e.g. more advanced than) the
alternative courses in that subject area.
d. The minimum course requirements have been met for the semester/year (6 classes
each semester, except for seniors taking 3 honors courses in which the case the minimum
is 5 classes each semester not including Independent Study).
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e. A unit-by-unit plan of study, including proposed assessments, has been submitted by
the appropriate deadlines.
A student who wishes to pursue an Independent Study course must:
consult with his/her counselor to ensure that the Independent Study fits with the four-
year plan of study and that conditions a, b, c and d above have been met.
consult with the supervising teacher to discuss the proposed independent study, fill out
the appropriate form and complete the unit-by-unit plan including specific proposed
assessments (as specified in condition e above).
submit the proposal by June 1 for the first semester and December 1 for the second
semester.
Please note: Independent Study is generally taken on a pass/fail basis and for one
semester only.
5. Pass/Fail Grading
Only one course unit per department during a students High School career may be taken
pass/fail. The consent of the instructor is required. A grade of C- or better must be earned to
receive a pass. GPA is not affected by a pass/fail grade. The pass/fail option must be chosen
within the first two weeks of the course. Only elective courses may be taken pass/fail.
6. Auditing
In rare instances it may be in the best interest of a student to audit a course. With the consent
of the teacher, parent, counselor and principal, a student may audit a course when there is
space available in the class.
A decision to change from a grade to an audit must be made in consultation with the teacher
and counselor before mid-point of the first semester of the course. The student will be
required to attend all classes and complete homework and classroom assignments to the best
of his/her ability. The student may be exempt from taking major examinations, but advance
notification and teacher approval must be given. There is no credit granted for an audited
class, but the class will appear on the transcript followed by AU which indicates audit - no
credit. Audited classes cannot be counted as one of the required six classes each semester.
Students with a written recommendation of the subject teacher and counselor may move
from an audit to a graded class. This decision must be made prior to the mid-point of the
first semester of the course. Once this change is made, the class cannot be returned to audit.
Dropping an audit can occur only with the teachers recommendation.
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10. Grade Reporting
Open Gradebook
All high school teachers maintain their gradebooks online, which may be accessed by
students and parents via our NetClassroom site. Students and parents are issued a login
and password when they first enroll at ASIJ. While providing grade information in this
manner has significant benefits to students and parents, it is important to recognize
some of the limitations to providing continuous access to student grades:
While teachers make every effort to correct student work in a timely manner, the
posting of individual grades is not meant to provide daily feedback on whether
assignments have been turned in. In some cases, there may be a considerable lag time
between the time a paper or project is collected, and the time it is graded and the grades
entered into the computer. In addition, a teacher may wish to wait until after the
graded assignments have been passed back to all students and discussed before making
the grade available online.
Some courses (e.g. non-core electives) may have very few graded assignments, as
assessment in these courses consists primarily of long-term projects.
Grading methods may vary between teachers and departments, depending on the
nature of the course being taught. For instance, some teachers may only post individual
assignment grades, and calculate the overall grade later in the semester after a more
complete picture of their students academic achievement can be determined. Teachers
will share with parents on Back-to-School night more details regarding how their grades
are determined.
As always, if questions arise regarding a students performance in a particular class, it is
important for the student to be the one to initiate contact with the appropriate teacher.
Our aim is to have students take responsibility for keeping track of their homework,
turning it in on time, seeking help and/or extra time in advance if and when they
need it, and following up with teachers themselves if they have questions about a
particular assignment or grade. Anything parents can do to help their child take the
initiative in these areas will go a long way towards helping them be successful, confident,
independent learners, not only at ASIJ but throughout their lives.
HS Grade Descriptors
Student grades are determined by the individual classroom teacher and will generally
correspond to the levels of performance indicated in the following HS Grade Descriptors.
These descriptors are meant to provide guidance for students, teachers, and parents in
understanding our letter grades. Students receiving a particular letter grade demonstrate
most of the indicated characteristics most of the time. Students are assessed throughout
each course and are expected to exhibit understanding of all course outcomes. It is
important to note that expectations regarding the demonstration of understanding,
knowledge, and skills, and the ability to apply learning, will increase at higher grade
levels, as well as for AP and Honors level courses.
Mid-Semester Reports
At the midpoint of each semester, students receive a report on how they are doing at that point in
the course. The report contains a narrative comment from each teacher, a letter grade to date
which indicates the students current academic achievement, and a notation regarding how well
the student is meeting the teachers expectations. It is important to note that the grade to date
may fluctuate significantly as additional assessments are assigned right up through the end of the
semester. For this reason, it is important to check NetClassroom periodically and to keep the
communication lines open between students, teachers, and parents as needed.
Report Cards
Report Cards are issued at the end of each semester and contain a final semester grade as well
as an indication of how well a student met the teachers expectations. Report cards are issued
in electronic format and may be accessed via the NetClassroom site on dates published in the
calendar. No student should receive an F grade for the semester who has not received notification
(e.g. mid-semester report, email, phone call) that the student was failing or in danger of failing.
Although student report cards are kept on file, they are meant for communication between the
school and home, and are therefore not sent to colleges or universities.
Transcripts
Transcripts are an official record of a students course of study during their high school years,
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and indicate courses taken, as well as grades and credit earned at ASIJ and elsewhere. While
grades from previous schools may be recorded on the ASIJ transcript for convenience, it is
important to note that only grades earned at ASIJ are factored into a students cumulative
GPA. Although transcripts are made available online at the end of each semester, and
hardcopies may be requested if necessary from the school registrar, in general transcripts
are only needed for students who are withdrawing or graduating from ASIJ. Questions and
requests regarding transcripts should be directed to the school registrar in the high school
counseling office. In addition to the standard letter grades, transcripts and report cards may
contain other abbreviations:
W = Withdrawn No credit AU = Audit - No Credit
WF = Withdrawn Failing No credit INC = Incomplete work No credit
WP = Withdrawn Passing No credit NG = No Grade
P = Pass Credit awarded MED = Medical excuse No credit
M = Modified course of study Credit awarded
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Students typically attend classes for half of an 75-minute period, providing time to work on other
homework or receive support from one or more of the departmental resource centers.
Comprehensive Language Arts class is designed to provide assistance to those students needing
or desiring to improve their reading, writing, listening, and English vocabulary skills. In the
context of student coursework for English and Social Studies classes as well as through other
resources, students address strategies to improve reading comprehension, reading speed, writing,
vocabulary base, and note taking skills.
21. Homework
To be successful, an ASIJ student taking a normal academic class load should ordinarily
complete all homework assignments within two to three hours per night. Parents are
encouraged to contact the appropriate teacher/s or a counselor if their sons or daughters
homework regularly exceeds or is less than the two to three hours.
Most of our families travel over the New Year vacation and many visit relatives and friends.
It is often difficult to take work along or to find appropriate times and places to successfully
complete assignments. Our students work hard throughout the year and need time, as
teachers do, to enjoy time away from the normal routines of daily life. It is our policy in the
High School not to give assignments over the New Year vacation. Some students, of course,
will choose to work over the holiday. Long-term assignments may be due after the holiday so
long as students do not have to use the holiday time to complete the work.
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School Policies
Absences Impact Classroom Learning
Living internationally presents great opportunities for travel. We encourage families to take
advantage of the many rich experiences that can provide lifetime memories. However, we
hope that planned trips do not conflict with school days. When a student is out of school
and makes up homework and tests, only part of the learning process proceeds normally.
When students are absent, they miss:
The interaction which goes on in classroom discussions.
The nuances which come through in a lecture (even when they look at another students
lecture notes).
The possibility to ask questions to clarify homework, lectures and discussions.
Ongoing small group work and projects.
The opportunity to take out books and materials needed for research.
We understand the necessity of absences for illness and family emergencies. However, we
would like families to undertake advanced planning so that students are not out of school
for family trips, college trips, etc. When students are out of school, it is difficult for them to
make up the work that they miss. It also impacts classes where material has to be re-taught
or where small group work is crippled with one or more students missing from a group.
Several students have remarked about the stress they feel by leaving school early before a
school vacation. They feel rushed and under pressure to produce their normal quality work.
Students who miss important material may see their grades affected.
We ask that when you plan trips, you schedule your flights to avoid having your sons/
daughters miss school days. Teachers will not be asked to make special arrangements for
students who miss school because of planned holidays. Every effort will continue to be
made to support the needs of students who miss school due to an illness, an emergency or a
situation beyond the familys control.
Attendance Procedures
Students are expected to attend school each day, all day.
Unplanned Absence or Tardy: If a student has an unplanned absence or tardy (usually
for illness), have a parent call the Student Office ext. 402 (voice mail 24 hours a day) before
9 a.m. If a student is reported absent by a teacher and no call is received, the Student Office
will try to call the home or office to substantiate the absence.
Excused or Unexcused Tardy: Students who are tardy to school must report to the Student
Office for an Absence Admit Slip. Those who fail to do so will be marked absent on the
Attendance List and will receive an unexcused absence for the day.
Planned Absence or Early Leave: If a student has a planned absence or early leave, a
note from a parent is needed, ideally five days in advance of the proposed absence. Upon
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Unexcused Absences and Tardies
Unexcused absences and tardies are considered infractions of school rules. No credit will be
given for the class time missed. Teachers may still require make-up work without credit if they
wish.
If a student has an unexcused absence to school or to a class/assigned resource center, the
parents will be contacted by the administration or teacher. Work detail will be assigned and must
be completed within a week.
The day of a third (or more) unexcused tardy to school, the student must see the assistant
principal after checking in at the Student Office.
- One hour of work detail is assigned for a third unexcused tardy.
- For subsequent unexcused tardies, additional work detail and/or other consequences
will go into effect.
Discipline Policy
Board of Directors Statement on Discipline
ASIJ is proud of its reputation as an excellent educational institution. Thus, it is taken for granted
that students at ASIJ will strive to uphold this reputation. As a private school, ASIJ reserves the
right to take appropriate disciplinary action, including suspension or expulsion, for activities of a
student, whether on-campus or off-campus, which are considered detrimental to the welfare of
the school, student body or individual.
1. ASIJ students are subject to school rules and disciplinary responses for incidents of misconduct
or breaches of discipline occurring during school or while attending school-sponsored activities.
2. ASIJ students may be subject to school rules and disciplinary responses while away from school
should actions by them be considered detrimental to the welfare of the school.
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students and expect the same respect in return.
Honesty: All students are expected to be honorable, truthful and trustworthy.
Integrity: All students are expected to strive to adhere to the statement of values and goals.
Cheating/Plagiarism: All students are expected to maintain academic honesty in every aspect of
their academic work. Please refer to the section on Academic Honesty (page 29). The consequences
for cheating and plagiarism are the same.
Insubordination: Students are expected to comply with all reasonable requests of the teachers
and staff.
Intimidation: It is essential that no member of the ASIJ community is intimidated, either
physically or psychologically, by others.
Theft: Theft is a major infraction of ASIJ rules and may lead to immediate expulsion.
Profanity/Obscenity: All students are expected to use appropriate, inoffensive language. This also
refers to T-shirt slogans and wording.
Dress: Without imposing stringent dress standards on the student body, the Board of Directors
has requested that parents and the school encourage good grooming and appropriate dress on
campus. Certain basic dress standards must be followed in order to maintain a positive, caring
environment which allows students to be free from offensive or distracting influences, and which
provides a focused atmosphere conducive to teaching and learning. Students who are dressed in a
manner inconsistent with the dress code will be requested to change. Students who are repeatedly
not in compliance with the dress code will be required to change into clothing provided by
the school and may be removed from classes and/or sent home. The following items are not
considered to be appropriate dress:
Tops/slacks/skirts/shorts/dresses which are designed to reveal bare midriffs/belly buttons/
cleavage. Blouses/shirts/t-shirts should overlap the tops of slacks/skirts/shorts when students are
standing with arms hanging at their sides.
Visible underwear. Boxer shorts and bras should be covered.
Short shorts or skirts. Shorts and skirts must extend at least an inch beyond the fingertips when
the students arms are hanging at their side.
Strapless tops such as tube tops. All tops that dont cover the shoulders should have
2 shoulder straps.
T-shirts with inappropriate language/images.
Jewelry with inappropriate language/images.
Public Displays of Affection (PDA): We recognize that genuine feelings of affection may exist
between students. However, an inordinate display of such affection is inappropriate on the ASIJ
campus. Inordinate PDA is defined as: a sustained passionate hug or kiss; sitting on laps. When
in doubt, the mother/parent rule applies, i.e. would an adolescent do this in front of a parent?
Holding hands and a quick kiss/hug (not in the classroom) would be acceptable.
Inappropriate/Dangerous Items: The use or possession of inappropriate, illegal and/
or potentially dangerous items is forbidden. This includes laser pens/lights and pocket
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Responses to Disciplinary Issues
Students at ASIJ are given considerable freedom while on campus and during school activities.
With this freedom comes the responsibility for students to conduct themselves in a manner
consistent with our professional learning environment. It is our belief that student discipline is
most effective when handled in a respectful, caring environment. A quick word in private with
a student who is not meeting our behavioral expectations is often all that is needed to help a
student get back on track. In cases where such an approach is not effective, or where more
serious disciplinary violations have taken place, stricter disciplinary responses will be enacted.
Decisions regarding disciplinary responses for student misbehavior will be made by the school
administration, and will be impacted by the seriousness of the violation, the way in which the
student has handled themselves both before and after the violation, and whether this is the first
time the student has behaved inappropriately. Possible disciplinary responses include one or more
of the following:
Work Detail: For unexcused tardies (three or more) and unexcused absences, students will be
assigned to one or more hours of work detail with a teacher, coach or the assistant principal. Work
detail may be assigned for other infractions as well. This may be scheduled from 3:15 p.m. to 5
p.m. and take precedence over all other activities.
Communication with Parents: Parents will be contacted by an administrator.
Conference: A conference may include the student, parents/guardians, administrator, counselor
and/or other appropriate people.
Educational Component: Under the guidance of an administrator, counselor or SAIL
coordinator, the student will be required to research a particular topic.
Suspension: Suspension is the removal of a student from school including all classes, co-curricular
activities and/or overnight events. A follow-up consequence may be disciplinary probation.
Restriction from Overnight School Trips: A student may be restricted from participation on
JUMP, sports trips, field trips and other overnight curricular/co-curricular school trips for up to
one year.
Restriction from Co-curricular Participation: A student may be restricted from co-curricular
participation for up to one year.
Restriction from School Employment: A student may be restricted from any paying job at
school such as but not limited to bus monitoring and lifeguarding.
Restriction of Senior Privileges: For second semester seniors, Senior Privileges to go off campus
may be delayed or denied.
Search of Lockers, Bags and Person: If there is either reasonable suspicion or probable
cause that a student possesses a concealed item(s) which may be inappropriate, stolen, illegal or
dangerous, the administration may deem it necessary to search the students lockers, bags and/or
person. Wherever possible, a locker search will be done with the student present, and the student
has the right to request the presence of a third party.
Formal Written Contract: A formal written contract between the school, parents and student
Bus Behavior
The same expectations and guidelines for school conduct apply to ASIJ bus riders at bus stops and
while riding the ASIJ bus. Consequences for incidents of misconduct and breaches of discipline
may result in one or more of the following: work detail, bus suspension or any of the previously-
stated levels of disciplinary responses. For further details regarding ASIJ transportation, please refer
to the ASIJ Bus Handbook.
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confirming the results of the original test.
Other consequences may include:
Work Detail
Formal Written Contract
Restriction from Overnight School Trips
Restriction from Co-curricular Participation
Restriction from School Employment
Restriction of Senior Privileges
Disciplinary Probation
Mandatory Family or Individual Counseling
Expulsion
Police Referral
Students who sell or distribute illegal drugs on or off campus should expect immediate expulsion.
Academic Honesty
ASIJ is a community of learners in which students and teachers work together in the
classroom, library and resource centers as well as online and at home. We want to promote
a healthy collaboration in our learning community while at the same time upholding the
highest standards of academic honesty.
Teachers indicate their expectations regarding which assignments are collaborative and which
should be carried out individually. On tests, quizzes and many other assignments, students
are expected to rely entirely on their own ability and approved resources. At other times,
they are welcome to work with or seek help from the teacher, resource center supervisor,
peer, sibling, parent, tutor or online resources. But what does help mean? It means that you
honestly attempt the work to the best of your ability on your own, then seek guidance or
coaching from others. It does not mean having someone else do even a small portion of your
work, or merely copying someone elses work. That would be academically dishonest.
ASIJ takes incidents of academic dishonesty, i.e. plagiarism and cheating, very seriously.
The following information regarding plagiarism is taken from James D. Lesters Writing
Research Papers: A Complete Guide, 9th Ed. 1999 :
Plagiarism is the offering of the words or ideas of another persons work as ones own. These words
and/or ideas may come from print or non-print resources including interviews, television, online
databases or the Internet.
Examples of academic dishonesty include but are not limited to:
1. Using another students work, in whole or in part, and submitting it as your own.
2. Allowing your assignment, in outline or finished form, to be copied and submitted as the
work of another.
3. Preparing an assignment for another student and allowing it to be submitted as his or her
own work.
4. Having another student, parent, tutor, other person or online resource do part or all of
your work
5. Copying any direct quotation from source material without providing quotation marks
and without crediting any source.
6. Paraphrasing material or using an original idea or interpretation that is not properly
introduced, rephrased and documented.
7. Using technology (computer, calculator, cell phone, etc.) or other external resources when
the teacher indicates these may not be used.
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To Avoid Academic Dishonesty
1. Closely follow a teachers instructions. If it is unclear whether the assignment is collaborative
or individual or whether technology may be used, seek clarification from your teacher.
2. Avoid the temptation to lend your work, borrow anothers work, do work for someone else
or ask another person to do your work.
3. Acknowledge cited materials within the text by introducing the quotation or paraphrase
with the name of the source from whom it was taken.
4. When in doubt, cite sources.
5. Seek clarification from your teacher, librarians and resource center personnel.
Bullying
ASIJ believes that every child has the right to learn without fear in an atmosphere of mutual trust
and respect. Every student is expected to be responsible for his/her own behavior, to exercise
self-discipline, and to refrain from behavior which interferes with other students right to learn or
endangers the health or well-being of others. ASIJ will not tolerate bullying.
Bullying is a form of harassment. It is improper behavior by one or more students which is
directed at another student and is offensive and interferes with their well-being. It may include
teasing, name-calling, threats, unwanted physical contact or violence, often on a repeated basis,
which demeans, belittles, humiliates, or frightens the other student. It can take place in and out of
the classroom, online or even outside school.
All incidences of bullying will be reported and investigated. In cases that are substantiated, the
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their supervisor/teacher, he or she may decide that this is not appropriate and report the matter
directly to the principal, Headmaster or Director of Business Affairs. Recipients of harassment
are encouraged to come forward with complaints as soon as possible after the harassment occurs.
Employees who are in a position of authority, such as teachers and supervisors, are under a
particular obligation to ensure that sexual harassment does not occur at the school. If they suspect
that sexual harassment is occurring, they should speak to the people involved and report the
matter to the relevant Principal or Director of Business Affairs, as appropriate. Again they should
use their judgment and if they believe that it is not appropriate to speak to the people involved,
they should report the matter directly to the Principal, Headmaster or Director of Business Affairs.
A prompt and thorough investigation of any allegation of sexual harassment will be undertaken.
As far as possible the confidentiality of both the complainant and the alleged harasser will be
maintained. In addition the school shall ensure that the person alleging the harassment will not be
subject to any disadvantage or victimization because he or she has made this allegation.
After the investigation is completed, any person found to have sexually harassed another will be
subject to disciplinary action, dismissal or expulsion from the school.
Reporting Procedures
How and When to Report
Immediately upon learning facts that give reason to suspect that an employee/student has
suffered an incident of sexual harassment, an oral report of possible sexual harassment
should be made to the Principal, Headmaster or Director of Business Affairs. Any
Individual should report when there is reasonable suspicion of sexual harassment. The
harassment may take the form of a one-time occurrence or a pattern of acts.
Why Report
The purpose of the report is to notify school authorities so that necessary steps can be taken to
1. Substantiate the sexual harassment
2. Identify the perpetrator
3. Assure the safety of the victim
4. Stabilize the situation on a permanent basis.
What Happens Once an Oral Report Has Been Made
The reporting individual or group will be asked to complete a Sexual Harassment Form Once a
written report has been made to the Principal, Headmaster, Director of Business Affairs, he or she
will notify the Headmaster of the American School in Japan, and together they, in consultation
with any other relevant school personnel will determine the next steps. These steps could include:
A meeting with the accused
A meeting with the accuser
Documentation of any accusations
Legal consultation
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consists of five online encyclopedias, a photo gallery, and a citation guide. The library
page may be accessed throughout the school and off-campus (please contact the library
for the password for off-campus access to the databases).
In addition to the library catalog and Web page, all library computers have programs that may be
used by students. These include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher as well as photo-
editing applications. In addition, the Library Lab computers feature other programs used in
classes such as the Geometers Sketchpad and Essentials of Music Theory as well as photo editing
applications.
The following information details the policies of the library:
1. The Main Library and Library Lab are open on school days from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00
p.m. However, students may be asked to leave the lab during school hours if a teacher has
booked it for a class.
2. iPods are allowed in the library with earphones. Cell phones may be used to check email
but must be set to manner mode. Students are welcome to bring their laptops.
3. All lost materials must be paid for. Once library materials are declared lost, fines stop
accruing. If lost material is found and returned, the replacement cost of the material will
be refunded.
4. Library materials may be borrowed for the following periods of time:
Headphones: 4 hours
Books and AV materials: three weeks.
Magazines: past issues may be checked out for three weeks. Current issues remain in the library.
Certain materials may be placed on Special Reserve for a limited period of time and a special
due date may apply.
SAT, PSAT and AP study books may be checked out for extended periods. Ask at the desk.
Books in the special Honor Book collection may be taken from the library without being
checked out. Borrowers are asked to return the materials when they are finished with them.
5. Fines are assessed as follows:
Headphones: 10 per hour
Books, magazines and AV materials: 50 per item per school day.
The maximum fine for any one item is 1500.
6. Students may wish to work or read off their fines at 15 min/250.
7. A photocopier is available in the library at a cost of 10 per page. Students may not use the
photocopy machine in the AV room unless they have permission from a faculty or staff member.
8. Computer games, refreshments (other than bottled water), and littering are not permitted.
PE Locker Rooms
1. No running, playing or eating is allowed in the PE locker rooms.
2. No horsing around or throwing of towels, soap or any object is permitted.
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3. There should be no hanging out in the PE locker rooms.
4. PE locker rooms may be locked at any time without prior notice for security reasons.
Student Activities
The word activities is a general term covering most student endeavors outside the regular
curriculum. Included here are organized clubs, student publications, drama and music
productions, social events and so forth. ASIJ places great emphasis on its co-curricular program.
Students are encouraged to participate enthusiastically in the many activities that are offered.
Further information concerning the activity program will be presented during the school year. In
the meantime, the following information should be helpful to you as you seek ways to make your
educational experience at ASIJ most rewarding.
General Activity Requirements
1. Eligibility: Eligibility to participate in a school-sponsored activity, not part of a regular class
assignment, is dependent upon the standards set by the student/parents, the individual coach or
advisor, counselor, classroom teacher and principal.
2. Procedures Used to Approve Clubs: The process to approve a new club involves the athletic/
activities director, the High School principal and the assistant principal.
The following points are considered when evaluating an application for a new club:
A written proposal from the organizers of the club (which addresses club purpose, list of
interested students and information regarding fund raising).
ASIJs Mission Statement and Student Learning Outcomes.
Current co-curricular offerings relative to student needs/desires.
The identification of an appropriate club advisor/s.
The location of an appropriate venue.
In certain cases, consultation/approval from headmaster/Board.
Final approval of all new clubs rests with the athletic/activities director and the High School
administrators.
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Animal Advocates is a group of animal lovers whose mission is to increase awareness of animals
and their rights, offering support to the ASIJ and surrounding community. Members focus on
educational and political awareness, volunteer at animal shelters especially SALA (Save Animals
Love Animals, a non-kill animal shelter located near ASIJ), and raise funds for shelters.
Badminton Club is a club which meets once a week after school and gives students the
opportunity to play badminton. At the moment it plays through the spring season. Although
students are encouraged to play to their highest potential, the emphasis is on having a couple of
enjoyable hours playing, rather than any serious desire to coach students to a higher level. Games
are organized so as to maximize the amount of court time and generally some games of doubles
and singles will be played. Students will get experience playing with many different players and
some range of abilities throughout the session. Students are not required to come every week but
obviously some commitment to the club is encouraged.
Boys Volleyball Club is open to grades 9-12. This activity runs once a week for about an hour
in the spring. Emphasis is on the fundamentals of the game and teamwork. Skills covered in
the sessions include proper technique for passing, overhead volley, serving, hitting/tipping and
blocking. After working on a specific skill the remainder of the hour is for a game. Occasionally
play is stopped to give pointers and advice. The boys have a lot of fun playing informally.
Chess Club meets informally every other Monday after school. We play chess, discuss openings,
strategies and interesting games and we generally improve our chess perfomance throughout
the school year. Students who participate often become quite strong players and go on to play
competitively worldwide. The chess club welcomes all chess players, both beginners and experts.
Our meetings provide a forum to discuss the great issues of our time...over a relaxing game of chess.
The club normally becomes a tightly-knit group of friends who always welcome new members.
Chochin, the High School yearbook, is a club open to all students grades 9-12. Those interested
need to demonstrate commitment and eventually talent as we strive to make a top-quality
yearbook. Chochin members do various jobs: lay out pages using a desktop publishing program;
take photos; write articles, headlines and captions for the book. Its a challenge, but a fun and
rewarding one. Your work helps record some of the memories that become an integral part of the
high school experience.
COSA (Community Oriented Student Action) is a volunteer service club working for the
betterment of the community. Some activities we have been involved in include making rice balls
for the homeless, donating clothing to shelters in Tokyo and refugees in Africa, participating in
outings with persons experiencing disabilities, volunteering at senior centers and orphanages, and
raising money for charity. Our focus is to provide our help through direct action. All those willing
to dedicate their time in serving our community are welcome to join.
Dance Club is a student-interest-driven club. Normally the club meets 1-2 times a week
after school and is geared towards performances at events such as SAIL competitions,
Winterfest, the FOFA recital and Rock Challenge Japan. The FOFA and PTA
organizations have kindly donated funds for an outside choreographer to instruct.
Membership can be seasonal and the majority of events will be in the first semester.
Daruma is ASIJs High School literary and fine arts magazine. Members of the staff select
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since 1997 and over that time, groups of students have traveled to the Philippines, Malaysia,
Thailand and Fiji to present their financial donation and build homes. As a club, we meet
approximately every other week during the school year to plan fundraising events. We usually
take between 15-20 students on the annual trip but all students are welcome and encouraged
to be a member of the Habitat Club to help make the Habitat vision a reality.
Hanabi is the High School newspaper and we welcome contributions from all students.
The newspaper is produced by the Journalism class, but any student may submit
writing, turn in photos/art work or help with computer desktop publishing. Contact a
class member or Mrs. Onions.
Homecoming Committee plans and executes many of the functions associated with the
autumn Homecoming celebration. The committee plans, publicizes and decorates for the
major ASIJ all-school fall social event, the Homecoming Dance. All the fall sports are celebrated
during Homecoming, although the Saturday football game and family picnic are the main
activities. Interested students from all grade levels, with a variety of skills from budgeting to
balloon blowing are invited to join either for spring planning and/or for fall decorating.
Interscholastic Athletics are an important part of the schools total program. At present,
ASIJ fields more than 40 athletic teams in the following interscholastic sports: football, cross
country, tennis, basketball, wrestling, swimming, soccer, baseball, track, volleyball, field
hockey and cheerleading. ASIJ is a member of the Kanto Plain Athletic League and also
competes on an independent, non-league basis with local Japanese schools. Practices and
games take place both after school and on Saturdays.
Jazz Workshop is a student-run organization for musicians who play any instrument and are
interested in learning more about jazz through listening, and by playing in a group. Members
receive several jazz songs every few months, both as sheet music and recordings, practice them at
home, and play together when the club meets. There is also the opportunity for improvisation
for those who wish, but this is not a requirement. Some students use Jazz Workshop as a
preparation for auditioning for Jazz Band, others just for fun. All are welcome!
Kyogen is a performance study group started in 1978. This Japanese traditional comedic art
form employs characterization, dialogue and mimicry. This activity is designed to promote
ones knowledge of Japanese culture, aesthetic appreciation and personal confidence.
The lessons are given by professional Kyogen players once a week from January until the
performance day in March. Membership is gained through open audition for the cast and
by expressing an interest for stage crews.
The Library Book Clubs are open to all high school students who enjoy reading. There
are three groups. The first is the Poetry Club wherein members bring their own poetry
to be critiqued by the others. The Poetry Club also sponsors events, such as poetry slams,
throughout the year. The other two book clubs read books and discuss them. One group
reads in English and the other reads in Japanese. The members of the groups decide together
on which books to read. Past selections have included Life of Pi, The Handmaids Tale and
Atonement. The club has also read many Sakura Medal titles. Club meetings are generally
held once per month during lunch and provide an opportunity for members to chat and
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The Prom Committee meets once or twice a month as a club during activity period and may
need additional meetings during lunch and/or after school. Student members working with the
advisors select the prom theme and venue. They work together on selecting a menu, choosing and
placing decorations, coordinating the music, publicizing the event, and selling tickets. Enthusiastic
students are encouraged to be part of this committee to ensure the success of the prom.
The Robotics and Engineering Club is open to all students interested in the engineering process.
We apply science and innovation, as well as mechanical know-how, to building functional
machines. We have been in three international robotics competitions and we are the current
Japan VEX robotics champions. We have also produced micro robots and underwater robots.
Although robotics is definitely a theme, we are not limited to only producing robots. We would
also like to branch into small, clean power production as well. Everyone is welcome. We will train
you in the skills you need to design and build important machines.
SAFE stands for Student Action for the Environment. All interested students are invited to
join SAFE and become active in service to lessen the impact of our developed consumer society
on the ecological balance in nature. SAFE members facilitate the high school recycling system
and organize fundraising/awareness raising activities such as the Green Fashion Show and Earth
Day. Members decide on a source of donation each year, such as the Nature Conservancy or the
Mangrove Action Project. REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE.
Sok Sabay is a service club that works to support the Sok Sabay center located in Phnom Penh,
Cambodia. The Sok Sabay center offers food, housing and education to children that have been
victims of domestic abuse, abandonment and child trafficking. The ASIJ Sok Sabay chapter, founded
in 2005, participates not only in fundraising activities, but aspires to cultivate a student awareness of
child trafficking in developing countries. The Sok Sabay club maintains a close relationship with the
founder of Sok Sabay, Marie Cammal, who visited ASIJ in the spring of 2005.
Speech Team prepares students to compete in the Kanto Plain Speech Tournament
in November. It is open to students in grades 9-12 with aptitude and interest in public
speaking. Practice begins early in the school year and, except for Multiple Reading, is arranged on
an individual basis after school or during free periods.
Sports Video Club explores the world of documentary video making through the production of
the three seasonal sports videos. Students are responsible for gathering video footage of all sporting
events, being involved in all post-production editing and developing creative solutions in video
production. Know nothing about cameras, editing or video in general? Dont worry, you will learn
it all here. This club is open to students in all grades. Video cameras for this club were provided
by a PTA grant.
Spring Musical is an exciting production opportunity open to all interested High School
students. Students audition for acting, singing and dancing roles. Rehearsals are after school three
to five days a week and a few weekends. Students are also encouraged to join the pit orchestra and
stage crew. The show is presented in late April.
Stage Crew is the group of unseen backstage wizards who make the magic of theater happen.
Working on two mainstage productions per year, as well as countless concerts and assorted
events, they keep very busy. Carpentry, scenery painting, lighting design, sound effects, and props
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4. Movies: Common sense should be used in the selection of movies. Titles are to be cleared with
the responsible advisor/s.
5. Gym
a. Activities in any gym/MPR need to be complementary to one another for safety purposes and
approved by the location supervisors/chaperones.
b. At least one chaperone is required for each of these facilities used.
6. Pool
a. All pool rules/pool safety tips are in effect when pool is in use.
b. American Red Cross trained lifeguards are to be on duty at all times during school-sponsored
pool activities. (Chofu campus)
A minimum of two on duty with students in the pool and no use of the diving tower.
One lifeguard responsible for the deep/diving area.
One lifeguard responsible for the remaining area.
All doors to the pool must remain locked when not in use.
c. A maximum of 40 swimmers can be in the pool at one time.
d. An adult must be present and, if certified, could be one of the lifeguards. The adult is responsible
for the lifeguarding team.
7. Chaperones
a. At least one chaperone will be a school faculty or staff member.
b. At least one chaperone is to be assigned to each area of the school campus being used.
c. Two chaperones will be responsible for general campus supervision.
d. Provision for Japanese language skills is to be arranged (student or staff).
e. All chaperones are to be aware of emergency procedures and have access to the Go-Kits
and a telephone.
Miscellany
Earthquake and Fire Drills
1. Fire and earthquake evacuation charts are posted throughout the school building. It is of utmost
importance to clear the building in a silent, quick and orderly manner.
2. During an earthquake, remain in the building away from windows and light fixtures and await
further instructions. If you are in the gym or pool area, move to the locker rooms or corridors.
3. Fire and earthquake drills will be held occasionally during the school year as part of the schools
disaster/emergency plan.
Health Center
The Health Center is located on the first floor of the Middle School. All accidents or illnesses
during school hours should be reported immediately to the teacher or supervisor in charge
or, in his or her absence, directly to the nurse. Students who fall ill during the day must
report to the Health Center and must seek prior permission (unless physically unable to do
so) of the appropriate classroom teacher(s). If a student should need to go home because of
illness, he/she must report to the Health Center, then sign out in the Student Office.
Bookstore
The campus bookstore sells general reading material, supplementary texts, school supplies and
equipment to the ASIJ community. In addition, specialty and gift items are available.
Cell Phones
Cell phones are not to be used in the library (except for email and texting ,and must be set to
manner mode), classrooms or resource centers. Use of cell phones in hallways should not disturb
classes in progress.
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unless on official business. In all such cases, students should check in at the Elementary or Middle
School Office.
Daily Bulletin
The Daily Bulletin is read each day during the first period. All items to be included in the Bulletin
must be submitted to the Student Office by 1 p.m. on the day before the announcement is to
be made.
Photocopying
Students should use the copy machine in the High School Library for their personal use.
Identification Cards
Each student will be issued a Student Identification Card which is required to purchase a train
pass and for other important matters.
Train Passes
Students who use the train regularly should consider purchasing a train pass. This pass will allow
you to travel between your home station and Tama station at a substantially reduced rate.
Student Lockers
Each student is issued two lockers at the beginning of the year one book locker and one
PE locker. Students must purchase school-approved locks for both. The responsibility for
securing locker contents rests with you and not the school. Countless problems can be solved
by not giving your lock combination to other students and by remembering to keep your
lockers locked! The few seconds you save by leaving your locker open can be costly.
Fees
Tuition and activity fees cover most phases of the educational program at ASIJ, including the
cost of basic textbooks, the school yearbook and certain other materials. There are a few activities,
however, which are not directly covered, but which are considered necessary to the operation of
the school program. For example, students are required to cover the cost of participating in JUMP,
class field trips, sports tournaments etc.
Note: Outstanding debts for library books, school-owned materials, etc. may result in work detail,
withholding report cards and/or transcripts until the debt has been cleared.
Non-School Events
For non-school events, it is necessary to obtain permission from the principal or assistant
principal to advertise or sell tickets/raffle tickets. Tickets may not be sold by students at school,
on the school buses or at school bus stops for any event at which alcohol is being served.
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Seibu Tamagawa Line Train Schedule
Musashi-Sakai Station to Tama Station (a.m.)
7:06 7:18 7:30 7:42 7:54
8:06 8:18 8:30 8:42 8:54
9:06 9:18 9:30 9:42 9:54
1. Talk with your teen clearly about your values, expectations and family rules regarding
drinking, smoking, drug use and sexual behavior.
2. Set Clear, Enforceable Limits for Your Teen
Consistently apply appropriate consequences for breaking family rules.
Be sure the consequences are ones you are truly willing to enforce.
Be open to renegotiating your rules as your teen gets older and proves to be responsible and
trustworthy.
3. Have a Curfew.
Compare notes with the parents of your teens friends and set a curfew that is right for your teen
and your familys values. We suggest the following for your consideration:
School nights (Sunday-Thursday)
Unless there is a special reason to be at school (i.e., band concert, sports practice) or another place,
teens should be home by the time the 6 p.m. late bus arrives and should stay home on school nights.
Suggested curfew for weekends (Friday-Saturday)
9th-graders 10-10:30 p.m.
10th-graders 10:30-11 p.m.
11th-graders 11:30 p.m.-12 a.m.
12th-graders 12-1 a.m.
4. Monitor Your Teens Unsupervised Time
Going out:
When your teen is going out, be sure you know where he/she is going.
If your teen is going to different locales, ask him/her to check with you periodically.
If plans change, ask your teen to call and let you know where he/she will be. Get a telephone
number so you can reach your teen.
Sleepovers:
When your teen is invited to spend the night, call to find out if the parents will be home and
what time the family expects their teen (and yours) to be in the house.
Parties:
When your teen is invited to a party, call the host parent and ask what adult supervision there
will be.
If you do not allow your teen to drink, state this rule and ask if alcohol will be served.
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When you leave town:
Do not leave your teen alone or with a housekeeper. This practice potentially places your teen
(and your housekeeper) under tremendous pressure for your home to become a party place. It is
better to arrange for your teen to stay with another family or for another adult to stay with your
teen in your home.
5. Money/Allowances
Having too much money can cause problems for teens. It is difficult to determine a specific
amount of spending money since it depends on what else the allowance is to cover (i.e., lunches,
school transportation, school supplies and weekend entertainment).
6. Make Discos, Bars and Clubs Off Limits for Your 9th-grade Teen.
The atmosphere which exists in these establishments is not appropriate to 9th-graders. This is not
to say that these establishments are appropriate for older teens. That is a decision you can best
make by visiting these places yourself and determining their suitability for your older teen.
7. Personal Safety
Always travel in groups; especially in the evening. There is safety in numbers.
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Notification of Parents Absence from Tokyo
1. Full name(s) of student(s) Grade(s)
_______________________________________________________________ ___________
_______________________________________________________________ ___________
_______________________________________________________________ ___________
_______________________________________________________________ ___________
4. Guardian appointed to act or decide in any matter in the parents stead during their absence:
Name: ______________________________________________________________________
Relationship:__________________________ Phone: _______________________________
Cell Phone: __________________________ Email: ________________________________
Home Address:_______________________________________________________________
6. Will the student(s) be living with the guardian? If yes at what address?
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
If no, what arrangements are being made for the appropriate supervision of the student(s)?
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
I. ASIJ Position ASIJ cannot guarantee a peanut/nut free environment either with school
prepared and sold food items or with items brought to school by students and parents. ASIJ
will however, attempt to minimize the use of peanuts/nuts in school prepared and sold items
and request that students and parents not bring peanut/nut items to school.
II. ASIJ Request to All Students and Parents Regarding Peanut/Nut Allergies
1. At the ELC, parents and students are requested not to send or take peanuts or other types
of nuts, peanut butter, or any product with nuts or peanuts to campus. Please read labels on
packaged food carefully.
2. For ASIJ buses, parents and students are requested not to carry any peanuts/nuts, peanut
butter, or any product with nuts or peanuts on a bus. This includes packed lunches that go
on buses. Please read labels on packaged food carefully.
3. On the Chofu campus, items for all bake sales, birthday treats, activities, etc., are requested
to be free of peanuts/nuts and peanut/nut products.
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Getting to the ASIJ Chofu Campus
By Car Take Shuto No. 4, which merges into the Chuo Expressway, to the Chofu
Interchange, Exit No. 3. Exit toward Fuchu onto Koshu Kaido (Route 20). Turn right
at the Ajinomoto Stadium intersection. Follow the map above.
By Train From Tokyo or Shinjuku Station, take an orange JR Chuo Line train bound for
Tachikawa or Takao to Musashi-Sakai Station. (Please note that only rapid trains [] stop
at this station.) Get off and exit the JR Station and transfer to the Seibu Tamagawa Line. Take
the yellow Tamagawa train two stops to Tama Station. Get off and follow the map above.
By Bus From Mitaka Stations south exit, bus stop No. 8, take bus No. 52 for Asahicho
3-chome [] or Kurumagaeshi-Danchi [] to Tama
Station. From Tobitakyu Stations north exit, take bus No. 01 [] to Tama Station.
By Taxi From Musashi-Sakai Station, take a taxi from the south exit. From Tama
Station, turn left after exiting the station. Go straight, then turn left and go downstairs. Walk
through the tunnel under the tracks to the roundabout on east side of the station. Take a taxi
from the roundabout.
Chofu Campus:
1-1-1 Nomizu, Chofu-shi, Tokyo 182-0031
Tel: 0422-34-5300, Fax: 0422-34-5303
Early Learning Center:
6-16-5 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0032
Tel: 03-5771-4344, Fax: 03-5771-4341
Email: <info@asij ac.jp> Web: <www.asij.ac.jp>