2440 - SUMMER SCHOOL

In accordance with Board policy, the Corporation's summer school curriculum may consist of remedial programs, enrichment programs, and credit courses.

1. Eligibility

   1. Summer school is open to:

      1. those who are residents of Floyd County

      2. non-resident tuition-transfer students on a space-available basis

   2. Staff members are requested to indicate to the principal those students who could profit most from summer classes. Said children will be contacted, but are not required to attend.

2. Supervision

   In accordance with guidelines for summer schools established by the Department of Education which generally follow those required of regular school sessions, the Summer School Coordinator in each building having a summer school program shall carry the same responsibilities as those generally accepted by the principal of the regular school session.

3. Assignments

   The assignment of subjects to a student in summer session shall be based on recommendations from the principal of the student's regular school.

4. Course Offerings

   1. To receive credit for a subject taken in high school, the student shall receive class instruction in summer session equivalent to an amount not less than the minimum customarily required in high school; namely, seventy-five (75) hours for one (1) high school credit (1 unit). The time calculations shall not include time for passing of classes or for regularly scheduled recess periods. Class instruction shall be supplemented by regular home or study hall assignments as required in regular high school organizations. New provisions for credit restructure will pertain.

   2. The Superintendent, acting upon the recommendation of the principal, may discontinue any course for reasons of insufficient enrollment.

5. Tuition/Fees

   1. Nonresident students shall be charged tuition.

   2. All students may be assessed fees for materials and incidentals as determined by the Assistant to the Superintendent.

   3. Payment in full for curriculum instruction should be received on or before the day school starts. Exceptions for unusual circumstances may be granted by the principal.

6. Operating Rules

   Instruction may be provided at different grade levels concurrently in the same class if the class size warrants.

7. Performance Responsibilities

   1. The Directors of Elementary and Secondary Education shall recommend all personnel, subject to the approval of the Superintendent.

   2. The principals of all participating schools should be consulted for professional staffing recommendations.

   3. The Summer School Coordinators shall be responsible for obtaining equipment, supplies, and instructional materials.