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603.5 Correspondence Courses for Classroom Credit

Code No. 603.5

CORRESPONDENCE COURSES FOR CLASSROOM CREDIT

The board recognizes that on-line coursework may be a good alternative for students to not only meet graduation requirements but, also have the opportunity to take advanced or other courses not offered by the school district.

High school students may request enrollment in an on-line course(s) for the following reasons:

  • Credit recovery
  • Under-credited
  • Class reassignment
  • Skill-enhancement
  • Schedule conflict
  • Homebound instruction
  • Expulsion from the regular school setting

Students applying for permission to take an on-line course shall complete prerequisites and provide a counselor recommendation to confirm the student possesses the maturity level needed to function effectively in an on-line learning environment.  In addition, the express approval of the principal or designee shall be obtained before a student enrolls in an on-line course.  The school must receive an official record of the final grade before credit toward graduation will be recognized.

Provided courses are part of the student’s regular school day coursework and within budgetary parameters, the costs for an on-line course, such as textbooks or school supplies, shall be borne by the school district for students enrolled full-time.

It is the responsibility of the superintendent to develop administrative regulations to implement this policy.

 

 

Date of Review:  April 9, 2018

 

Date of Adoption:                                                        Legal References:

 

April 9, 2018                                                                Iowa Code 279.8 (2013), 281 I.A.C. 15

 

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