5111A - FULL-TIME STUDENT

Traverse City Area Public Schools

Bylaws & Policies

5111A - FULL-TIME STUDENT

All students enrolled in Traverse City secondary schools shall be of full-time status as defined by the School Aid Act of 1979 (388.1606 Section 6(q)).

To be a full-time student, a student must:

	A.	Be enrolled in six (6) hours of class each semester; or
	B.	Be enrolled in five (5) hours of class each semester and meet the criteria for a reduced schedule which includes one (1) or more of the following:

		1.	Enrolled in higher education classes (NMC or AP).
		2.	Economic necessity.
		3.	Educational best interest of the student.

Exceptions are:

	A.	Students whose I.E.P.C. or Section 504 plans dictate that they attend less than full-time.
	B.	Students who are registered in a certified home school program.
	C.	Students who are dual-enrolled in a private or public secondary school.

In order for permission to be granted for a reduced schedule, a Reduced Schedule Request and Approval Form must be completed and on file in the counselor's office.

School Aid Act of 1979 (388.1606 Section 6(q))

Revised 11/97