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5463A - VIRTUAL LEARNING
Alternative Credit Options
In addition to regular classroom-based instruction, students may earn credit through virtual/online courses.
High school students in grades 9-12 may earn academic credits to be applied toward graduation requirements by completing online courses that are acceptable with the State.
Students taking online courses must be enrolled in the District. Credit from online or virtual courses may be earned in the following circumstances:
| A. | Unavoidable scheduling conflicts; | |
| B. | Courses not offered through the high school; | |
| C. | Supplemental to summer school and extended homebound instruction; | |
| D. | Continued educational services to expelled students; | |
| E. | Differentiated or accelerated learning environment determined by the principal, student, and parent/guardian. |
The approval of the principal must be obtained before a student enrolls in a virtual course. The school must receive an official record of the final grade before credit toward graduation will be recognized.
The tuition fee for a virtual course is borne by the District for students enrolled full or part-time and the course is a part of their six (6) period day. The District may pay the fee for expelled students who are permitted to take virtual courses in alternative settings. Individual students shall be responsible for costs associated with summer school courses and/or courses not pre-approved by the School District.
Through its policies and/or supervision plan, the District is responsible for providing appropriate supervision and monitoring of students taking virtual courses on site.
Length of time allowed to complete a virtual class shall be established by the principal.
April 2001
Revised 11/07