Code No 501.5

Code No. 501.5

Student Personnel

Transfer Pupils

Students who transfer into the school district must meet the immunization and age requirements set out for students who initially enroll in the school district.

The school district will request the student’s cumulative records from the previous school district. If the student cannot offer proof of grade level, the superintendent will make the grade level determination. The superintendent may require testing or other information to determine the grade level. Students expelled or suspended from their previous school district will only be enrolled after approval of the board.

The superintendent will determine the amount of credits to be transferred. If the student has not previously attended an accredited school, it is within the superintendent’s discretion to accept or reject credits or grades.

The board may deny admission if the student is not willing to provide the board with the necessary information.

If the student’s parents wish to withdraw or transfer the student from school prior to completing and graduating from the education program, they will notify the superintendent in writing as soon as possible of the decision to withdraw or transfer the student from the education program. The student or parent should present this written notice at the office and receive instructions regarding the return of textbooks, library books, locker equipment, hot lunch tickets, etc.

The notice will state the student’s final day of attendance. If the student is not enrolling in another school district, the school district will maintain the student’s records in the same manner as the records of students who have graduated from the school district.

If the parents wish to have the student’s cumulative record sent to the new school district, the parents will notify the superintendent in writing. This notice will include the name of the school district and the person at the new school district to whom the student’s cumulative records should be sent. If the new school district requests the student’s cumulative records, the school district will forward the cumulative records and notify the parents the records have been sent. The notice will inform the parents of their right to review the records sent.

If the student is of compulsory education age and not transferring to another public school district or an accredited nonpublic school, the parents will notify the superintendent that the student is receiving competent private instruction and file necessary competent private instruction reports.

Pupils of other districts transferring to our district will not knowingly be allowed to participate at our district if there is question that they would be eligible. From time to time pupils or parents of pupils will try this procedure due to the fact the student would be ineligible at the parenting district. This should never be knowingly permitted when the primary reason is for maintaining the student’s eligibility.

Rationale: Students transferring to Davis County High School are expected to work for graduation requirements of our school. Credits will be transferred for all passing courses at previous schools attended. Future schedules will be set up assuming the student will graduate from DCHS.

Student Transfers In From Non-Accredited Schools or Home Schools.

Students transferring into Davis County Community Schools from non-accredited schools or home school settings shall be enrolled in the Davis County Community School District under the following conditions: K-8 students must provide the District with proof of age and grade level. The student’s permanent record will also be provided. The student’s course of study shall be reviewed by the superintendent and building principal to determine grade placement. Competency testing may be required to aid in appropriate placement. All transfer students entering Davis County High School must provide proof of 8th grade completion and then will be enrolled at grade 9 level. Home study/non-accredited course work will not be accepted toward graduation.

DCHS Graduation Requirements: 1996-97

48 credits required for graduation

30 required units

18 elective units

6 units Language Arts

7 units Social Studies

6 units Mathematics

6 units Science

2 units Health Education

1 units Computer Applications

2 units Physical Education and enrollment every semester as per standards.

30 units

Provisions for Early Graduation Philosophy

Philosophy: It shall be understood that the Davis County Schools supports a high school program of eight (8) full semesters. This philosophy encourages students to complete a full program of educational opportunity and activities. However, new State Standards require an early graduation component and there are times when economic situations or career opportunities for a student would dictate a need to terminate high school early. It is further understood that with advanced placement and part time attendance options available, early graduation in most cases is not a primary choice for seniors. This option should only be pursued after extensive counseling and parental involvement.

Application Procedure: Application will be made with the high school guidance office on or before December 1 of the student’s senior year. Students will be approved by the Board of Education at the regularly scheduled December board meeting.

Requirements: Students applying for early graduation at the conclusion of seven semesters must meet and agree to the following:

Completed seven semesters of high school.

Have the prescribed number of credits for their graduating class at the end of seven semesters.

Can show a personal need or an educational opportunity that is facilitated by terminating high school after seven semesters. The student shall be required to show how the completion of high school early will provide an advantage toward a career goal.

Waive all activities with the exception of activities relating to Senior Commencement. Students are considered to have completed high school and therefore will not be allowed to represent the school in competition or social events. Students will have alumni status under this program.

Students are to avoid being on campus except as is necessary to complete official business.

Provide all necessary information on the application form provided for use by the Review Committee and meet established time lines.

Appeal Process: Should a student wish to appeal a denial for early graduation, he/she may submit a written request for a meeting with the superintendent of schools. If he/she is not satisfied with the superintendent’s decision, his/her appeal may be filed with the board secretary on the first Monday in January and will be heard by the board at their regular January meeting.

Part-Time Attendance

Philosophy: It shall be the policy of the Davis County Schools to provide 8th semester, graduating seniors the opportunity to attend on a part-time basis providing they can show a need economically, socially, or vocationally. It is recognized that there are special circumstances when these needs out-weigh a full program and do not interfere with successful completion of a diploma program. This program should only be considered after careful counseling with student and parents. This program should fit the student’s vocational aspirations and provide experience not available in existing educational programs.

Application Procedures: Applications will be made with the high school guidance office for part-time attendance on or before May 1st of the student’s junior year. That is necessary to plan appropriate student schedules and budget for staff needs. Application forms are available in the guidance office. Time line for application may be waived by the board of education as needed to facilitate student needs as recommended by the administration or review committee.

Requirements: Students making application for part-time attendance will comply with the following time lines and requirements to be considered for this program in their final semester of attendance:

Completed seven semesters of high school.

Have at least a 2.5 on a 4.0 Grade Point Average for the first seven semesters of high school.

Have three or fewer credits to complete for required graduation at the beginning of the 8th semester.

Have passed all course work the semester prior to part-time program.

Can show a personal financial need or educational advantage that is not present by remaining in their scheduled program.

Enroll in and maintain passing grades in a minimum of three courses during the semester of part-time attendance.

Return to a full schedule of course work if the situation creating the need for part-time attendance changes.

Explore and examine all possibilities with guidance counselors and parents prior to application for this program.

Provide all necessary information on the application within the time lines.

Appeal Process: The principal’s recommendation on part-time attendance shall be final.

Legal Reference: 20 U.S.C. 1232g (1994).

Iowa Code Chapters 139.9; 274,1; 282.1, .3, .4; 299A; 299.1 -.1A; (2003).

Cross Reference: 500 Series Student Records

500 Series Student Honors and Awards

500 Series Student Health and Well-Being

500 Series Student Attendance

600 Series Competent Private Instruction

Approved: September 11, 1989

Reviewed: November 15, 2004

Revised: November 15, 2004