IKFA, Early Graduation
IKFA, Early Graduation
The Board of Education believes that most students benefit from four years of high school experience and are encouraged not to graduate early. However, in some cases, students need the challenge provided by postsecondary education or other opportunities at an earlier age. Therefore, a high school principal may grant permission to a student requesting early graduation and waive one (1) semester of high school attendance. Approval of the Director of Secondary Education is required for early graduation requests requiring a waiver of two (2) semesters of high school attendance, provided they:
-
will complete all graduation requirements, including meeting all established proficiencies for their four (4) year graduation cohort, defined in Policy IKF.
-
carry a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0.
-
have conferred with the high school counselor regarding the advisability of such a waiver.
-
have received approval of a parent or guardian (if student is not emancipated).
The superintendent shall report all approvals for early graduation to the Board at the end of each semester.
Adopted October 5, 1994
Revised November 14, 2012
Revised June 5, 2019