EXTENDED LEARNING OPTIONS PROGRAM
APS CREDIT FLEXIBILITY PROGRAM
AKRON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
CREDIT FLEXIBILITY PROGRAM HANDBOOK AND APPLICATION (PERSONALIZED OPTIONS) October
2013-2014
APS CREDIT FLEXIBILITY PROGRAM TABLE OF CONTENTS --- PERSONALIZED OPTIONS Introduction……………………………………………………………………..............................3 Flow Chart……………………………………………………………………….………………………4 Dates for 2013-2014 Academic Year…………………………………………………………….5 Handbook General Information……………………………………………………..……………………6 Off-School Grounds…………………………………………………..……………………….6 Grading…………………………………………………………………………………………..7 Transfers………………………………………………………….……………………………..7 Non-Completion of Credit Flexibility Program…………….…….………………………7 Appeals Process…………………………………………………………………………………………8 Contact Information……………………………………………………………………………………9 Suggested Roles and Responsibilities……………………………………………………….10-12 Learning Agreement……………………………………………………..............................13-14 Must be completed and turned in with application
Student Athlete Signature Page……………………………………….….……………………...15 Must be completed and turned in with application if a student athlete
Definitions for Use in Personalized Options Application…….………………………………16 Application for Personalized Options Learning Statements………………….……………………………………………………..17 Content/Skills/Competencies….………………………………………………………….17 Activities……………………..…………………………………………………………………18 Activities Planning Guide….……………………………………………………………19-20 Assessment……………….…….……………………………………………………………..21 Final Grade/Student Feedback……….…………………………………………………………..22
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ARE YOU READY FOR A CREDIT FLEXIBILITY OPPORTUNITY? A credit flexibility option in Akron Public Schools is a student-owned learning opportunity that: Provides more choice and autonomy in deciding how, when and where students learn Allows options for individually suited pathways to post-secondary and career goals Accommodates different learning styles/paces/interests Encourages greater independence with greater responsibility for learning Students may earn credits through any of the following means: Completing courses Demonstrating mastery of subject areas through assessments Pursuing approved educational options beyond the school building and/or school day Completing any combination of the above Credits toward graduation will be awarded for successful student work by teachers, a multidisciplinary team, a professional panel, and/or performance-based assessments. Courses and educational options may be contracted for full or partial credit in more than one area. Students who can answer YES to the following statements may be ready for the credit flexibility option. I am the only one responsible for my own learning. I am able to manage my time effectively, balancing academic, personal, and family responsibilities successfully. I am a self-directed person when it comes to my own learning. I am willing and able to follow the rules and Code of Conduct of Akron Public Schools while working on this course. I am willing to follow the directives and recommendations of the teachers or teams who are working with me on this credit flexibility option.
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Flexible Credit Flow Chart Attend information sessions if planning to use the flexible credit option. Meetings held at various sites throughout the district. Paperwork given and questions answered.
Discuss request with principal/counselor/coordinator to determine suitability. Meet with school coordinator/counselor/mentor teacher for help with paperwork if needed. Complete all paperwork and obtain all required signatures. Athletes: Ensure that class meets OHSAA/NCAA eligibility standards/qualifications. Return completed forms to school coordinator.
Receive approval and begin contracted work. OR Make requested revisions and resubmit application.
Meet with school advisor/counselor for mid-term check-in/information. Personalized Option: Rubric for final project/presentation/assessment finalized/approved. (No changes made in any area of the program after this mid-term conference.) Midterm progress noted and reported.
Continue work.
Complete appropriate work and forward information/results/projects/assessments to school coordinator/mentor teacher for verification and evaluation.
Receive feedback.Grade issued. Credit awarded. Personalized Options
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APS CREDIT FLEXIBILITY PROGRAM DATES/DEADLINES FOR CREDIT FLEXIBILITY PROGRAM
Applications Due
Sem. 1
Sem. 2
Pre-Approved Options Test-Out University Course On-Line Course PE+
October 25 / March 7 Office of Secondary Education Ott Building by 5:00pm OR October 23/ March 3 Individual High Schools
Personalized Options Project-Based Learning Independent Study Distance Learning Educational Travel Other Similar Options
October 3/ January 29 Office of Secondary Education Ott Building by 5:00pm OR October 1/January 27 Individual high Schools
Testing-Fall For semester classes For year-long classes For PE+ Option
November 16, 2013
Ellet High School 309 Wolf 8:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m.
Registration for first testing session Testing
10:30 a.m. Registration for second testing session 11:00 a.m. Testing Results Released/Schedules Adjusted January, 2014 Transcripts Updated ************************************************************************************* Testing-Spring Session
April 5, 2014
Firestone High School 333 Rampart 8:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m.
Registration for first testing session Testing
10:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m.
Registration for second testing session Testing
Results Released/Transcripts updates
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GENERAL INFORMATION. Any student may apply for credit to be awarded through credit flexibility as long as student is capable of meeting the conditions necessary to earn the credits. All applications for flexible credit must be submitted per date page. Any application submitted after the deadline is subject to denial. Applications must be submitted using the APS form. All information must be complete before the application will be considered for approval. Further supporting documentation may be required. All flexible credit work must be completed by May 10. Credit may count toward a graduation requirement or an elective. Credit may be earned by: o completing courses, o demonstrating mastery of subject areas through assessments, o pursuing approved educational options beyond the school building and/or school day, or o completing any combination of the above. An appeals process is available. SCHEDULING. Students are expected to participate in the traditional scheduling process with all students. Students will not be enrolled in classes reflecting the credit flexibility proposal until all paperwork is completed, submitted, and approved. GRADING. Grades will be issued and credit awarded through demonstration of mastery of the course competencies. Course credit granted through flexible credit options will be recorded on the transcript the same as other credits. Grades and credits will be included in the grade point average and reported on official transcripts. Grades must be posted on the transcript before a credit can count toward graduation. There are no weighted grades for credits earned through credit flexibility. COSTS. Costs assumed by parents/guardians/families for participation in the credit flexibility program will depend upon the option selected and the Ohio Department of Education policies and guidelines. Upon approval of a credit flexibility plan, a cost agreement contract will delineate the responsibilities assumed by parents/guardians/families and Akron Public Schools. SENIORS. All senior flexible credits are to be completed by January 29 in order to be processed and awarded before the second semester begins. No new flexible credit will be initiated for the second semester of a student’s senior year. ATHLETES. Credits attempted through credit flexibility will be factored into OHSAA/NCAA eligibility consideration. Students wishing to pursue OHSAA/NCAA athletics are responsible for ensuring that they meet all appropriate requirements. TESTING OUT. A minimum grade of 80% must be achieved on a test to show mastery and appear on the transcript. Students may attempt to test out of the same class two times. Tests are a maximum of 90 minutes in length. ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) TESTS. The College Board will allow the AP subject area to be listed on the transcript without sitting in the class if a student scores 3 or better on the associated AP exam. Students wishing to take an AP test without sitting in the class must complete and submit an APS credit flexibility application to test out and register at an approved testing site to take the test during the national administration in May. Grades will be returned in July. Personalized Options
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APS CREDIT FLEXIBILITY PROGRAM OFF-SCHOOL GROUNDS. Credit flexibility plans may include activities that occur outside of school. Examples of these are mentorships, internships, service learning, and educational travel. However, parents of students proposing plans that include these or other similar activities will be required to sign a waiver holding the district harmless for any injuries or damages that occur in the course of a student’s participation in an activity outside district facilities and without staff supervision as a precondition of the plan’s approval. Students participating in field-based credit flexibility activities (internships, mentorships with business and community organizations, etc.) shall be required to adhere to safety rules and standards of behavior and appearance appropriate for the activity setting. APS may revoke an approved credit flexibility plan and/or reassign the student to another setting at its discretion if the host setting reports significant misconduct, tardiness or absence on the part of the student. TRANSFER. Transfer students with flexible credits in progress must present all materials and paperwork from the sending district. This will be considered an official application in APS. The receiving site coordinator/principal/counselor/mentor teacher will collaborate to determine the next steps. Credits already awarded in another district will be considered as awarded in APS. The site coordinator/principal/mentor teacher will review the transfer credit to determine where it fits in the APS program of study. If an APS student transfers to another district in Ohio, the student may request that APS forward a copy of the approved credit flexibility option paperwork to the new district for their consideration. It is the decision of the receiving district how to proceed. EXCLUSIONS. No flexible credit may be contracted or counted retroactively. Therefore any courses taken or experiences gained prior to approval will not be granted to students. Court-mandated community service work will not be considered for flexible credit. APS reserves the right to revoke the credit flexibility approval for issues involving plagiarism, copyright violation or similar academic honesty concerns. NON-COMPLETION. Students have until the end of the third week of the semester to withdraw their request for flexible credit before it is designated on report cards and transcripts as a failing grade. For yearlong classes and for first semester classes, this date is in September. For second semester classes, this date is in February. If a student fails to make adequate progress or complete the contracted flexible credit option in a reasonable time period as determined by the principal and the mentor teacher/site coordinator/original credit plan, the approval to continue the proposed credit option will be revoked and a failing grade may be awarded. Transcripts will reflect this decision. If a student is unable to complete a flexible credit option due to a medically documented illness or other legitimate reason, the principal after discussion with the student and others (mentor teacher/counselor/site coordinator) may extend the time permitted and/or revise the requirements. If a student is unable to complete a flexible credit option and there has been a medically documented illness or other legitimate reason, the application may be revoked by the principal after discussion with the student and others (mentor teacher/counselor/site coordinator) without posting a failing grade.
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If you wish to make an appeal regarding your Flexible Credit Option, you must submit a written explanation of your concerns. This report must include the reason(s) that you are appealing and/or a rationale of your concern(s). It can be no longer than one page in length. When this is completed, please give the appeal and copies of all credit flexibility paperwork to your school’s Site Coordinator no later than five school days after decisions have been made regarding your proposal or receiving your grade. The school coordinator and principal will then meet to determine the process to resolve the appeal. The appeal may be referred to a school committee for discussion and resolution or may be sent to the district team to hear the appeal. •
If the coordinator and principal determine that the appeal can be handled at the school, the coordinator will convene a meeting to handle the appeal. Personnel handling the appeal will be different from those who made the original decision. The committee will consist of an administrator, a teacher in the relevant subject area and a counselor. Others may be asked to sit on the team on a case-by-case basis. The student will be informed of the decision at the end of the committee’s deliberations.
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If the coordinator and principal determine that the appeal should be handled at the district level, then the school’s coordinator will inform the district credit flexibility team of the appeal request and copy all paperwork submitted by the student and send the copy to the district credit flexibility coordinator. The school keeps the original paperwork. o The district appeals team will consist of a member of the appropriate curriculum department, the counseling department, an administrator and a teacher. Others may be asked to sit on the team on a case-by-case basis. o The district team will meet within ten school days after receiving paperwork to consider appeals and make decisions. Students will be informed of the decision in writing no later than ten days following the meeting of the district committee.
Senior appeals will be decided and the student informed of the decision no later than five school days prior to the intended graduation date. Senior appeals will take priority. Decisions of the credit flexibility team are final unless overturned by the Superintendent or a directive resulting from an appeal filed with the Ohio Department of Education.
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For Akron Public Schools Program specifics: Akron Public Schools website www.akronschools.com Search “Credit Flexibility” or “Programs” Contact Person: LaVonne Humphrey [email protected] Office: 330-873-3315 Firestone High School For Information about Content Standards and Courses: Ohio Department of Education www.ode.state.oh.us Search “Academic Content Standards” For Information about eligibility and credit flexibility: Joe Howard Program Manager/Interscholastic Athletics/APS [email protected] Office: 330-761-2755 National Collegiate Athletic Association www.ncaa.org Ohio High School Athletic Association www.ohsaa.org
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SUGGESTED ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES. (PERSONALIZED OPTIONS.) Title Student
Suggested Role in the Development of Credit Flexibility Attend initial informational meeting sponsored by Akron Public Schools Initiate the request for flexible credit Actively participate in the development of activities required for earning credit Discuss participation in flexible credit option with school counselor Complete and turn in paperwork obtaining required signatures and approval Communicate with supervising/mentor teacher to ensure success Create (with mentor/supervising teacher) and participate in the assessment/project/evaluation that ensures mastery and evidence of learning Gather (with mentor/supervising teacher) an evaluation team to participate in final assessment of learning
Parent/Guardian
Attend initial informational meeting sponsored by Akron Public Schools Discuss pros and cons of credit flexibility options with student Sign any necessary paperwork for student Actively support the development of activities required for earning credit Pay all fees encumbered during the contracted option Communicate with supervising/mentor teacher at least once during the contracted option Regularly review progress of flexible credit with student
Athletic Director
Attend professional development/in-service meetings regarding implications for student athletes and the credit flexibility options Meet with all student athletes and their parent/guardian regarding implications of the credit flexibility options Ensure that student athletes and their parent/guardians understand the effect of credit flexibility on high school and college eligibility Sign and maintain any necessary paperwork for student athletes requesting the credit flexibility option
Mentor/ Supervising Teacher
Attend professional development/in-service meetings regarding credit flexibility program Serve as the content expert for curriculum area Determine (with site coordinator and principal) viability of each credit flexibility request Provide leadership and guidance in identification of essential competencies for curriculum
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APS CREDIT FLEXIBILITY PROGRAM Provide leadership and guidance in suggesting activities and resources to support the student’s learning Ensure that learning activities and strategies for each flexibility option meet ODE/APS standards Give approval of individual students’ paperwork and credit flexibility option Give copy of all paperwork to Site Coordinator Confirm student’s participation in flexible credit option with school counselor Meet with student on mutually determined specified timeline to accomplish contracted work Create (with student) the assessment/project/evaluation that ensures mastery and evidence of learning Communicate with parent/guardian at least once during the contracted option Head the assessment process for student’s flexible credit option Evaluate learning demonstrated through assessment Complete Student Feedback sheet and distribute copies as indicated on form Maintain complete copy of all paperwork Site Coordinator
Attend professional development/in-service meetings regarding credit flexibility program Act as liaison between the district team and school Determine (with mentor/teacher, counselor and principal) viability of each credit flexibility request Read/sign off and give final approval (with principal) for each flexible credit option Meet with the building administrator on a regularly scheduled basis concerning the progress of all flexible credit options being implemented Call together committees as needed for approval of credit flexibility plans, hearing appeals, and other business Maintain complete copies of all paperwork on all students’ flexible credit options Maintain responsibility for general supervision of each flexible credit option Communicate with mentor/supervising teachers to ensure fidelity to program and individual credit flexibility options
School Counselor
Attend professional development/in-service meetings regarding credit flexibility program Ensure that student understands the ramifications of the credit flexibility option including responsibilities and appeals Confirm that proposed credit flexibility option meets graduation requirements Sign needed paperwork for each flexible credit option Schedule student for classes as determined by approval of credit flexibility option Communicate with students using flexible credit option at least once during the earning of credit Participate in evaluation/assessment if requested
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APS CREDIT FLEXIBILITY PROGRAM Update transcript after paperwork awarding credit is received Maintain copies of flexible credit paperwork as needed Sit on site committee as needed/desired Principal
Determine (with site coordinator and mentor teacher) viability of each credit flexibility request Verify that learning activities and strategies meet the ODE/APS standards Read/sign off and give final approval (with site coordinator) on each flexible credit option Meet with the site coordinator, counselors and/or mentor teachers on a regularly scheduled basis concerning the progress of all flexible credit options being implemented
District Team
Develop, implement, evaluate, revise district-wide credit flexibility program as required by the Ohio Department of Education Gather and submit district-wide data as required by the Ohio Department of Education Communicate regularly with Executive Director of Teaching and Learning Monitor APS website to ensure that policies and procedures for the credit flexibility program are readily available and updated Provide clear, updated information to the APS Communications Department for dissemination as needed Provide professional development and in-service to mentor/supervising teachers, site coordinators, and school counselors Provide on-going initial and follow-up meetings with students and parents/guardians regarding credit flexibility options House paperwork for flexible credit options Hear appeals Make final determination after appropriate appeals process
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All of the definitions and explanations on this page should be used to complete the paperwork required for any flexible credit personalized option you intend to pursue. New paperwork must be filed with each option you attempt. Learning Statements. How does this opportunity connect with the learning goals and graded course of study in the class you are receiving (partial) credit for? How will this learning opportunity support your future academic and career goals? What critical skills do you expect to develop that extend beyond a classroom experience? Competencies. Competencies establish what students are expected to know and be able to do in each course in Akron Public Schools. The competencies that you select will have some natural content and skills associated with them. They can be found in the Graded Course of Study on the APS website (www.akronschools.com) and the Ohio Department of Education website (www.ode.state.oh.us). Activities. These are the actions that you are planning to take to fulfill your Learning Statements and meet the competencies. They can include, but are not limited to, private instruction, apprenticeships, community service, independent study, portfolio projects, performance groups, research-based projects, and/or other contracted activities. They provide checkpoints and discussion for your meetings with your mentor/supervising teacher. Plans for attendance must be included in this section of the paperwork. Assessment. Final Project. Presentation. Evaluation. This is the way for you to show mastery and demonstrate evidence of learning in your particular area. It can include an endof-course exam, performances, presentations of knowledge gained, portfolio of work, or other options. All options must be aligned with clearly defined educational standards and be appropriate representations of the standards/competencies students are expected to achieve. All evaluations must include feedback to you from the teacher, panel, and/or evaluators using a specific rubric. You are to create this rubric with your mentor/supervising teacher then have it approved by your school facilitator/department chair/committee at the start of your project. It is your responsibility to present the approved rubric to all who will be involved in the assessment at least one week prior to your final evaluation. You will receive the evaluation results and your grade one week after the evaluation/assessment. Grading and Awarding Credit. Grades will be issued and credit awarded through your demonstration of mastery of the course competencies. Course credit granted through flexible credit personalized option will be recorded the same as other credits. Grades and credits will be included in your grade point average and reported on your official transcripts. Two grading options are available: A, B, C, F (APS-established grading scale) and Pass/Fail. The option you are choosing must be included in the Activities section.
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This page is to be completed by the student with the guidance and expertise of the mentor/supervising teacher. Refer to the definitions/explanations on previous pages. NAME: _______________________________________________________ SCHOOL: _________________________________
GRADE: ________
PHONE: _________________________ STUDENT ID: ______________________
1) Indicate the Akron Public Schools course (including the course number) that you will replace/supplement: 2) Indicate the flexible credit you are requesting:
First Semester only Second Semester only
Full Year
3) Describe your plan in one or two sentences.
Learning Statements.
Content/Skills/Competencies.
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This page is to be completed by the student with the guidance and expertise of the mentor/supervising teacher. Refer to the definitions/explanations on previous pages.
STUDENT NAME: _________________________________________________________________________ Activities.
REQUIRED COMPONENTS: (1) Attendance information, (2) Grading option you are choosing, and (3) Specific activities you are planning. A template is included on the next two pages to help you plan your activities, your resources, and your timeline. Make copies as needed.
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APS CREDIT FLEXIBILITY PROGRAM This page is to be completed by the student with the guidance and expertise of the mentor/supervising teacher. Refer to the definitions/explanations on previous pages.
STUDENT NAME: _________________________________________________________________________ Activity Description.
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This page is to be completed by the student with the guidance and expertise of the mentor/supervising teacher. Refer to the definitions/explanations on previous pages.
STUDENT NAME: _________________________________________________________________________ Activity Description.
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This page is to be completed by the student with the guidance and expertise of the mentor/supervising teacher. Refer to the definitions/explanations on previous pages.
STUDENT NAME: _________________________________________________________________________ Assessment. Project. Presentation. Evaluation.
REQUIRED COMPONENTS: (1) Describe how you will demonstrate mastery of your subject. (2) Create a rubric with your mentor/supervising teacher. (3) Have your rubric approved by your school facilitator/department chair/committee at the start of your project. (4) Present the approved rubric to all who will be involved in the assessment at least one week prior to your evaluation. You are required to confirm your plan/evaluation/rubric at your mid-term meeting with your mentor teacher/counselor. No changes may be made after that meeting.
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NAME: _____________________________________________
PHONE: _____________________
SCHOOL: ___________________________
STUDENT ID: _______________
GRADE: _____
LEARNING AGREEMENT. Please read the following statements and initial them indicating that you understand each policy.
_____ I hold primary responsibility for the success or failure of this option. _____ I have discussed with my counselor how this credit flexibility option will impact graduation requirements, other classes I may take, and additional academic concerns. _____ The grade that I earn from flexible credit options (including those dropped with penalty) will appear on my transcript and will be calculated into my GPA. _____ Academic honesty rules apply just as they do in a traditional class setting. _____ I am expected to allocate an average of five hours per week toward working on the completion of this course. _____ As an athlete, I have spoken with the Athletic Director and understand that I am responsible for maintaining my academic eligibility and meeting NCAA/OHSAA requirements. _____ If I fail to demonstrate 80% mastery of the academic content standards when testing out of a class, I will not be permitted to opt out of the traditional course. _____ My family and I assume all transportation, safety, and liability obligations for this flexible credit option. _____ If I fail to make adequate progress or complete the contracted flexible credit option in the specified time period, approval to continue the credit option will be revoked and a failing grade will be awarded. _____ I will fulfill all the roles and responsibilities required for participation in the credit flexibility program of Akron Public Schools. I agree to abide by the conditions set forth in the Learning Agreement and understand that APS has the right to cancel this course/credit option if I violate any APS rule/policy or if I do not make steady progress toward the completion of this course. Your signature indicates that you have discussed the statements with your parents/guardians, understand the commitment you are making, and agree to the policies and procedures set forth by Akron Public Schools. Personalized Options
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Student: _______________________________________________
Date: __________________
Additional signatures required on the following page.
As the parents/guardians of the student submitting a flexible credit option proposal, I/we have read and discussed the preceding policies with our student. The signature indicates that I/we agree to the policies set forth by Akron Public Schools. Parent/ Guardian: ____________________________________________ Parent/ Guardian: ____________________________________________
Date: __________________ Date: __________________
Other required signatures: Athletic Director: ____________________________________________
Date: __________________
Mentor/ Supervising Teacher: ________________________________
Date: __________________
Counselor: _____________________________________________
Date: __________________
Site Coordinator: _______________________________________
Date: __________________
Principal: ______________________________________________
Date: __________________
(ATHLETES ONLY)
************************************************************************************************ OFFICE USE ONLY Date Received: _______________ Approved
Not Approved
Revision Pending
Explanations for Non-Approval or Pending Designation:
Mentor/Supervising Teacher: ___________________________________________
Date: __________________
Counselor: ___________________________________________
Date: __________________
Site Coordinator: ____________________________________
Date: __________________
Principal: ___________________________________________
Date: ___________________
Cc:
Student Parent/Guardian Athletic Director (Athletes Only)
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Mentor/Supervising Teacher
Principal
ONLY STUDENT ATHLETES MUST COMPLETE THIS PAGE. IT MUST BE TURNED IN WITH THE APPLICATION. The Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) has credit flexibility guidelines. If choosing this option, please speak with your Athletic Director. www.ohsaa.org Student athletes must be enrolled in and passing five one-credit courses, or the equivalent, each of which counts toward graduation during the preceding grading period to be eligible to participate in athletics. Testing Out of a class would not count as one of the five one-credit courses.
Students working on approved credit flexibility proposals will receive a progress report during and at the end of each grading period. If passing, the credit flexibility proposal would count toward the five credits if it is on the student’s schedule during the required timeframe. If no work has been completed or if the work is not of a level to receive a passing grade, the credit flexibility proposal cannot be used as part of the five credit requirement. Any work completed or submitted during the summer does not count toward athletic eligibility.
NCAA has qualification limitations on the Credit Flexibility Program. If choosing this option, please speak with your Athletic Director. (www.ncaa.org) I understand that if I am a student athlete, the credit flexibility option could affect my high school athletic eligibility and impact my eligibility for college athletics. I have spoken with my Athletic Director concerning this. Student Signature: _________________________________________ Date: _________________ I understand the credit flexibility option could affect my son/daughter’s athletic eligibility now and in the future and we will work with the Athletic Director regarding eligibility. Parent/ Guardian Signature: ______________________________________ Date: ___________________ I have provided the student and parent/guardian with information on issues regarding credit flexibility and athletic eligibility. Athletic Director: ________________________________________ Date: ___________________
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AKRON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
CREDIT FLEXIBILITY PROGRAM HANDBOOK AND APPLICATION (PERSONALIZED OPTIONS) October
2013-2014
APS CREDIT FLEXIBILITY PROGRAM TABLE OF CONTENTS --- PERSONALIZED OPTIONS Introduction……………………………………………………………………..............................3 Flow Chart……………………………………………………………………….………………………4 Dates for 2013-2014 Academic Year…………………………………………………………….5 Handbook General Information……………………………………………………..……………………6 Off-School Grounds…………………………………………………..……………………….6 Grading…………………………………………………………………………………………..7 Transfers………………………………………………………….……………………………..7 Non-Completion of Credit Flexibility Program…………….…….………………………7 Appeals Process…………………………………………………………………………………………8 Contact Information……………………………………………………………………………………9 Suggested Roles and Responsibilities……………………………………………………….10-12 Learning Agreement……………………………………………………..............................13-14 Must be completed and turned in with application
Student Athlete Signature Page……………………………………….….……………………...15 Must be completed and turned in with application if a student athlete
Definitions for Use in Personalized Options Application…….………………………………16 Application for Personalized Options Learning Statements………………….……………………………………………………..17 Content/Skills/Competencies….………………………………………………………….17 Activities……………………..…………………………………………………………………18 Activities Planning Guide….……………………………………………………………19-20 Assessment……………….…….……………………………………………………………..21 Final Grade/Student Feedback……….…………………………………………………………..22
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ARE YOU READY FOR A CREDIT FLEXIBILITY OPPORTUNITY? A credit flexibility option in Akron Public Schools is a student-owned learning opportunity that: Provides more choice and autonomy in deciding how, when and where students learn Allows options for individually suited pathways to post-secondary and career goals Accommodates different learning styles/paces/interests Encourages greater independence with greater responsibility for learning Students may earn credits through any of the following means: Completing courses Demonstrating mastery of subject areas through assessments Pursuing approved educational options beyond the school building and/or school day Completing any combination of the above Credits toward graduation will be awarded for successful student work by teachers, a multidisciplinary team, a professional panel, and/or performance-based assessments. Courses and educational options may be contracted for full or partial credit in more than one area. Students who can answer YES to the following statements may be ready for the credit flexibility option. I am the only one responsible for my own learning. I am able to manage my time effectively, balancing academic, personal, and family responsibilities successfully. I am a self-directed person when it comes to my own learning. I am willing and able to follow the rules and Code of Conduct of Akron Public Schools while working on this course. I am willing to follow the directives and recommendations of the teachers or teams who are working with me on this credit flexibility option.
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Flexible Credit Flow Chart Attend information sessions if planning to use the flexible credit option. Meetings held at various sites throughout the district. Paperwork given and questions answered.
Discuss request with principal/counselor/coordinator to determine suitability. Meet with school coordinator/counselor/mentor teacher for help with paperwork if needed. Complete all paperwork and obtain all required signatures. Athletes: Ensure that class meets OHSAA/NCAA eligibility standards/qualifications. Return completed forms to school coordinator.
Receive approval and begin contracted work. OR Make requested revisions and resubmit application.
Meet with school advisor/counselor for mid-term check-in/information. Personalized Option: Rubric for final project/presentation/assessment finalized/approved. (No changes made in any area of the program after this mid-term conference.) Midterm progress noted and reported.
Continue work.
Complete appropriate work and forward information/results/projects/assessments to school coordinator/mentor teacher for verification and evaluation.
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APS CREDIT FLEXIBILITY PROGRAM DATES/DEADLINES FOR CREDIT FLEXIBILITY PROGRAM
Applications Due
Sem. 1
Sem. 2
Pre-Approved Options Test-Out University Course On-Line Course PE+
October 25 / March 7 Office of Secondary Education Ott Building by 5:00pm OR October 23/ March 3 Individual High Schools
Personalized Options Project-Based Learning Independent Study Distance Learning Educational Travel Other Similar Options
October 3/ January 29 Office of Secondary Education Ott Building by 5:00pm OR October 1/January 27 Individual high Schools
Testing-Fall For semester classes For year-long classes For PE+ Option
November 16, 2013
Ellet High School 309 Wolf 8:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m.
Registration for first testing session Testing
10:30 a.m. Registration for second testing session 11:00 a.m. Testing Results Released/Schedules Adjusted January, 2014 Transcripts Updated ************************************************************************************* Testing-Spring Session
April 5, 2014
Firestone High School 333 Rampart 8:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m.
Registration for first testing session Testing
10:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m.
Registration for second testing session Testing
Results Released/Transcripts updates
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GENERAL INFORMATION. Any student may apply for credit to be awarded through credit flexibility as long as student is capable of meeting the conditions necessary to earn the credits. All applications for flexible credit must be submitted per date page. Any application submitted after the deadline is subject to denial. Applications must be submitted using the APS form. All information must be complete before the application will be considered for approval. Further supporting documentation may be required. All flexible credit work must be completed by May 10. Credit may count toward a graduation requirement or an elective. Credit may be earned by: o completing courses, o demonstrating mastery of subject areas through assessments, o pursuing approved educational options beyond the school building and/or school day, or o completing any combination of the above. An appeals process is available. SCHEDULING. Students are expected to participate in the traditional scheduling process with all students. Students will not be enrolled in classes reflecting the credit flexibility proposal until all paperwork is completed, submitted, and approved. GRADING. Grades will be issued and credit awarded through demonstration of mastery of the course competencies. Course credit granted through flexible credit options will be recorded on the transcript the same as other credits. Grades and credits will be included in the grade point average and reported on official transcripts. Grades must be posted on the transcript before a credit can count toward graduation. There are no weighted grades for credits earned through credit flexibility. COSTS. Costs assumed by parents/guardians/families for participation in the credit flexibility program will depend upon the option selected and the Ohio Department of Education policies and guidelines. Upon approval of a credit flexibility plan, a cost agreement contract will delineate the responsibilities assumed by parents/guardians/families and Akron Public Schools. SENIORS. All senior flexible credits are to be completed by January 29 in order to be processed and awarded before the second semester begins. No new flexible credit will be initiated for the second semester of a student’s senior year. ATHLETES. Credits attempted through credit flexibility will be factored into OHSAA/NCAA eligibility consideration. Students wishing to pursue OHSAA/NCAA athletics are responsible for ensuring that they meet all appropriate requirements. TESTING OUT. A minimum grade of 80% must be achieved on a test to show mastery and appear on the transcript. Students may attempt to test out of the same class two times. Tests are a maximum of 90 minutes in length. ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) TESTS. The College Board will allow the AP subject area to be listed on the transcript without sitting in the class if a student scores 3 or better on the associated AP exam. Students wishing to take an AP test without sitting in the class must complete and submit an APS credit flexibility application to test out and register at an approved testing site to take the test during the national administration in May. Grades will be returned in July. Personalized Options
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APS CREDIT FLEXIBILITY PROGRAM OFF-SCHOOL GROUNDS. Credit flexibility plans may include activities that occur outside of school. Examples of these are mentorships, internships, service learning, and educational travel. However, parents of students proposing plans that include these or other similar activities will be required to sign a waiver holding the district harmless for any injuries or damages that occur in the course of a student’s participation in an activity outside district facilities and without staff supervision as a precondition of the plan’s approval. Students participating in field-based credit flexibility activities (internships, mentorships with business and community organizations, etc.) shall be required to adhere to safety rules and standards of behavior and appearance appropriate for the activity setting. APS may revoke an approved credit flexibility plan and/or reassign the student to another setting at its discretion if the host setting reports significant misconduct, tardiness or absence on the part of the student. TRANSFER. Transfer students with flexible credits in progress must present all materials and paperwork from the sending district. This will be considered an official application in APS. The receiving site coordinator/principal/counselor/mentor teacher will collaborate to determine the next steps. Credits already awarded in another district will be considered as awarded in APS. The site coordinator/principal/mentor teacher will review the transfer credit to determine where it fits in the APS program of study. If an APS student transfers to another district in Ohio, the student may request that APS forward a copy of the approved credit flexibility option paperwork to the new district for their consideration. It is the decision of the receiving district how to proceed. EXCLUSIONS. No flexible credit may be contracted or counted retroactively. Therefore any courses taken or experiences gained prior to approval will not be granted to students. Court-mandated community service work will not be considered for flexible credit. APS reserves the right to revoke the credit flexibility approval for issues involving plagiarism, copyright violation or similar academic honesty concerns. NON-COMPLETION. Students have until the end of the third week of the semester to withdraw their request for flexible credit before it is designated on report cards and transcripts as a failing grade. For yearlong classes and for first semester classes, this date is in September. For second semester classes, this date is in February. If a student fails to make adequate progress or complete the contracted flexible credit option in a reasonable time period as determined by the principal and the mentor teacher/site coordinator/original credit plan, the approval to continue the proposed credit option will be revoked and a failing grade may be awarded. Transcripts will reflect this decision. If a student is unable to complete a flexible credit option due to a medically documented illness or other legitimate reason, the principal after discussion with the student and others (mentor teacher/counselor/site coordinator) may extend the time permitted and/or revise the requirements. If a student is unable to complete a flexible credit option and there has been a medically documented illness or other legitimate reason, the application may be revoked by the principal after discussion with the student and others (mentor teacher/counselor/site coordinator) without posting a failing grade.
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If you wish to make an appeal regarding your Flexible Credit Option, you must submit a written explanation of your concerns. This report must include the reason(s) that you are appealing and/or a rationale of your concern(s). It can be no longer than one page in length. When this is completed, please give the appeal and copies of all credit flexibility paperwork to your school’s Site Coordinator no later than five school days after decisions have been made regarding your proposal or receiving your grade. The school coordinator and principal will then meet to determine the process to resolve the appeal. The appeal may be referred to a school committee for discussion and resolution or may be sent to the district team to hear the appeal. •
If the coordinator and principal determine that the appeal can be handled at the school, the coordinator will convene a meeting to handle the appeal. Personnel handling the appeal will be different from those who made the original decision. The committee will consist of an administrator, a teacher in the relevant subject area and a counselor. Others may be asked to sit on the team on a case-by-case basis. The student will be informed of the decision at the end of the committee’s deliberations.
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If the coordinator and principal determine that the appeal should be handled at the district level, then the school’s coordinator will inform the district credit flexibility team of the appeal request and copy all paperwork submitted by the student and send the copy to the district credit flexibility coordinator. The school keeps the original paperwork. o The district appeals team will consist of a member of the appropriate curriculum department, the counseling department, an administrator and a teacher. Others may be asked to sit on the team on a case-by-case basis. o The district team will meet within ten school days after receiving paperwork to consider appeals and make decisions. Students will be informed of the decision in writing no later than ten days following the meeting of the district committee.
Senior appeals will be decided and the student informed of the decision no later than five school days prior to the intended graduation date. Senior appeals will take priority. Decisions of the credit flexibility team are final unless overturned by the Superintendent or a directive resulting from an appeal filed with the Ohio Department of Education.
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For Akron Public Schools Program specifics: Akron Public Schools website www.akronschools.com Search “Credit Flexibility” or “Programs” Contact Person: LaVonne Humphrey [email protected] Office: 330-873-3315 Firestone High School For Information about Content Standards and Courses: Ohio Department of Education www.ode.state.oh.us Search “Academic Content Standards” For Information about eligibility and credit flexibility: Joe Howard Program Manager/Interscholastic Athletics/APS [email protected] Office: 330-761-2755 National Collegiate Athletic Association www.ncaa.org Ohio High School Athletic Association www.ohsaa.org
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SUGGESTED ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES. (PERSONALIZED OPTIONS.) Title Student
Suggested Role in the Development of Credit Flexibility Attend initial informational meeting sponsored by Akron Public Schools Initiate the request for flexible credit Actively participate in the development of activities required for earning credit Discuss participation in flexible credit option with school counselor Complete and turn in paperwork obtaining required signatures and approval Communicate with supervising/mentor teacher to ensure success Create (with mentor/supervising teacher) and participate in the assessment/project/evaluation that ensures mastery and evidence of learning Gather (with mentor/supervising teacher) an evaluation team to participate in final assessment of learning
Parent/Guardian
Attend initial informational meeting sponsored by Akron Public Schools Discuss pros and cons of credit flexibility options with student Sign any necessary paperwork for student Actively support the development of activities required for earning credit Pay all fees encumbered during the contracted option Communicate with supervising/mentor teacher at least once during the contracted option Regularly review progress of flexible credit with student
Athletic Director
Attend professional development/in-service meetings regarding implications for student athletes and the credit flexibility options Meet with all student athletes and their parent/guardian regarding implications of the credit flexibility options Ensure that student athletes and their parent/guardians understand the effect of credit flexibility on high school and college eligibility Sign and maintain any necessary paperwork for student athletes requesting the credit flexibility option
Mentor/ Supervising Teacher
Attend professional development/in-service meetings regarding credit flexibility program Serve as the content expert for curriculum area Determine (with site coordinator and principal) viability of each credit flexibility request Provide leadership and guidance in identification of essential competencies for curriculum
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APS CREDIT FLEXIBILITY PROGRAM Provide leadership and guidance in suggesting activities and resources to support the student’s learning Ensure that learning activities and strategies for each flexibility option meet ODE/APS standards Give approval of individual students’ paperwork and credit flexibility option Give copy of all paperwork to Site Coordinator Confirm student’s participation in flexible credit option with school counselor Meet with student on mutually determined specified timeline to accomplish contracted work Create (with student) the assessment/project/evaluation that ensures mastery and evidence of learning Communicate with parent/guardian at least once during the contracted option Head the assessment process for student’s flexible credit option Evaluate learning demonstrated through assessment Complete Student Feedback sheet and distribute copies as indicated on form Maintain complete copy of all paperwork Site Coordinator
Attend professional development/in-service meetings regarding credit flexibility program Act as liaison between the district team and school Determine (with mentor/teacher, counselor and principal) viability of each credit flexibility request Read/sign off and give final approval (with principal) for each flexible credit option Meet with the building administrator on a regularly scheduled basis concerning the progress of all flexible credit options being implemented Call together committees as needed for approval of credit flexibility plans, hearing appeals, and other business Maintain complete copies of all paperwork on all students’ flexible credit options Maintain responsibility for general supervision of each flexible credit option Communicate with mentor/supervising teachers to ensure fidelity to program and individual credit flexibility options
School Counselor
Attend professional development/in-service meetings regarding credit flexibility program Ensure that student understands the ramifications of the credit flexibility option including responsibilities and appeals Confirm that proposed credit flexibility option meets graduation requirements Sign needed paperwork for each flexible credit option Schedule student for classes as determined by approval of credit flexibility option Communicate with students using flexible credit option at least once during the earning of credit Participate in evaluation/assessment if requested
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APS CREDIT FLEXIBILITY PROGRAM Update transcript after paperwork awarding credit is received Maintain copies of flexible credit paperwork as needed Sit on site committee as needed/desired Principal
Determine (with site coordinator and mentor teacher) viability of each credit flexibility request Verify that learning activities and strategies meet the ODE/APS standards Read/sign off and give final approval (with site coordinator) on each flexible credit option Meet with the site coordinator, counselors and/or mentor teachers on a regularly scheduled basis concerning the progress of all flexible credit options being implemented
District Team
Develop, implement, evaluate, revise district-wide credit flexibility program as required by the Ohio Department of Education Gather and submit district-wide data as required by the Ohio Department of Education Communicate regularly with Executive Director of Teaching and Learning Monitor APS website to ensure that policies and procedures for the credit flexibility program are readily available and updated Provide clear, updated information to the APS Communications Department for dissemination as needed Provide professional development and in-service to mentor/supervising teachers, site coordinators, and school counselors Provide on-going initial and follow-up meetings with students and parents/guardians regarding credit flexibility options House paperwork for flexible credit options Hear appeals Make final determination after appropriate appeals process
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All of the definitions and explanations on this page should be used to complete the paperwork required for any flexible credit personalized option you intend to pursue. New paperwork must be filed with each option you attempt. Learning Statements. How does this opportunity connect with the learning goals and graded course of study in the class you are receiving (partial) credit for? How will this learning opportunity support your future academic and career goals? What critical skills do you expect to develop that extend beyond a classroom experience? Competencies. Competencies establish what students are expected to know and be able to do in each course in Akron Public Schools. The competencies that you select will have some natural content and skills associated with them. They can be found in the Graded Course of Study on the APS website (www.akronschools.com) and the Ohio Department of Education website (www.ode.state.oh.us). Activities. These are the actions that you are planning to take to fulfill your Learning Statements and meet the competencies. They can include, but are not limited to, private instruction, apprenticeships, community service, independent study, portfolio projects, performance groups, research-based projects, and/or other contracted activities. They provide checkpoints and discussion for your meetings with your mentor/supervising teacher. Plans for attendance must be included in this section of the paperwork. Assessment. Final Project. Presentation. Evaluation. This is the way for you to show mastery and demonstrate evidence of learning in your particular area. It can include an endof-course exam, performances, presentations of knowledge gained, portfolio of work, or other options. All options must be aligned with clearly defined educational standards and be appropriate representations of the standards/competencies students are expected to achieve. All evaluations must include feedback to you from the teacher, panel, and/or evaluators using a specific rubric. You are to create this rubric with your mentor/supervising teacher then have it approved by your school facilitator/department chair/committee at the start of your project. It is your responsibility to present the approved rubric to all who will be involved in the assessment at least one week prior to your final evaluation. You will receive the evaluation results and your grade one week after the evaluation/assessment. Grading and Awarding Credit. Grades will be issued and credit awarded through your demonstration of mastery of the course competencies. Course credit granted through flexible credit personalized option will be recorded the same as other credits. Grades and credits will be included in your grade point average and reported on your official transcripts. Two grading options are available: A, B, C, F (APS-established grading scale) and Pass/Fail. The option you are choosing must be included in the Activities section.
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This page is to be completed by the student with the guidance and expertise of the mentor/supervising teacher. Refer to the definitions/explanations on previous pages. NAME: _______________________________________________________ SCHOOL: _________________________________
GRADE: ________
PHONE: _________________________ STUDENT ID: ______________________
1) Indicate the Akron Public Schools course (including the course number) that you will replace/supplement: 2) Indicate the flexible credit you are requesting:
First Semester only Second Semester only
Full Year
3) Describe your plan in one or two sentences.
Learning Statements.
Content/Skills/Competencies.
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This page is to be completed by the student with the guidance and expertise of the mentor/supervising teacher. Refer to the definitions/explanations on previous pages.
STUDENT NAME: _________________________________________________________________________ Activities.
REQUIRED COMPONENTS: (1) Attendance information, (2) Grading option you are choosing, and (3) Specific activities you are planning. A template is included on the next two pages to help you plan your activities, your resources, and your timeline. Make copies as needed.
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APS CREDIT FLEXIBILITY PROGRAM This page is to be completed by the student with the guidance and expertise of the mentor/supervising teacher. Refer to the definitions/explanations on previous pages.
STUDENT NAME: _________________________________________________________________________ Activity Description.
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This page is to be completed by the student with the guidance and expertise of the mentor/supervising teacher. Refer to the definitions/explanations on previous pages.
STUDENT NAME: _________________________________________________________________________ Activity Description.
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This page is to be completed by the student with the guidance and expertise of the mentor/supervising teacher. Refer to the definitions/explanations on previous pages.
STUDENT NAME: _________________________________________________________________________ Assessment. Project. Presentation. Evaluation.
REQUIRED COMPONENTS: (1) Describe how you will demonstrate mastery of your subject. (2) Create a rubric with your mentor/supervising teacher. (3) Have your rubric approved by your school facilitator/department chair/committee at the start of your project. (4) Present the approved rubric to all who will be involved in the assessment at least one week prior to your evaluation. You are required to confirm your plan/evaluation/rubric at your mid-term meeting with your mentor teacher/counselor. No changes may be made after that meeting.
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NAME: _____________________________________________
PHONE: _____________________
SCHOOL: ___________________________
STUDENT ID: _______________
GRADE: _____
LEARNING AGREEMENT. Please read the following statements and initial them indicating that you understand each policy.
_____ I hold primary responsibility for the success or failure of this option. _____ I have discussed with my counselor how this credit flexibility option will impact graduation requirements, other classes I may take, and additional academic concerns. _____ The grade that I earn from flexible credit options (including those dropped with penalty) will appear on my transcript and will be calculated into my GPA. _____ Academic honesty rules apply just as they do in a traditional class setting. _____ I am expected to allocate an average of five hours per week toward working on the completion of this course. _____ As an athlete, I have spoken with the Athletic Director and understand that I am responsible for maintaining my academic eligibility and meeting NCAA/OHSAA requirements. _____ If I fail to demonstrate 80% mastery of the academic content standards when testing out of a class, I will not be permitted to opt out of the traditional course. _____ My family and I assume all transportation, safety, and liability obligations for this flexible credit option. _____ If I fail to make adequate progress or complete the contracted flexible credit option in the specified time period, approval to continue the credit option will be revoked and a failing grade will be awarded. _____ I will fulfill all the roles and responsibilities required for participation in the credit flexibility program of Akron Public Schools. I agree to abide by the conditions set forth in the Learning Agreement and understand that APS has the right to cancel this course/credit option if I violate any APS rule/policy or if I do not make steady progress toward the completion of this course. Your signature indicates that you have discussed the statements with your parents/guardians, understand the commitment you are making, and agree to the policies and procedures set forth by Akron Public Schools. Personalized Options
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Student: _______________________________________________
Date: __________________
Additional signatures required on the following page.
As the parents/guardians of the student submitting a flexible credit option proposal, I/we have read and discussed the preceding policies with our student. The signature indicates that I/we agree to the policies set forth by Akron Public Schools. Parent/ Guardian: ____________________________________________ Parent/ Guardian: ____________________________________________
Date: __________________ Date: __________________
Other required signatures: Athletic Director: ____________________________________________
Date: __________________
Mentor/ Supervising Teacher: ________________________________
Date: __________________
Counselor: _____________________________________________
Date: __________________
Site Coordinator: _______________________________________
Date: __________________
Principal: ______________________________________________
Date: __________________
(ATHLETES ONLY)
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Not Approved
Revision Pending
Explanations for Non-Approval or Pending Designation:
Mentor/Supervising Teacher: ___________________________________________
Date: __________________
Counselor: ___________________________________________
Date: __________________
Site Coordinator: ____________________________________
Date: __________________
Principal: ___________________________________________
Date: ___________________
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ONLY STUDENT ATHLETES MUST COMPLETE THIS PAGE. IT MUST BE TURNED IN WITH THE APPLICATION. The Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) has credit flexibility guidelines. If choosing this option, please speak with your Athletic Director. www.ohsaa.org Student athletes must be enrolled in and passing five one-credit courses, or the equivalent, each of which counts toward graduation during the preceding grading period to be eligible to participate in athletics. Testing Out of a class would not count as one of the five one-credit courses.
Students working on approved credit flexibility proposals will receive a progress report during and at the end of each grading period. If passing, the credit flexibility proposal would count toward the five credits if it is on the student’s schedule during the required timeframe. If no work has been completed or if the work is not of a level to receive a passing grade, the credit flexibility proposal cannot be used as part of the five credit requirement. Any work completed or submitted during the summer does not count toward athletic eligibility.
NCAA has qualification limitations on the Credit Flexibility Program. If choosing this option, please speak with your Athletic Director. (www.ncaa.org) I understand that if I am a student athlete, the credit flexibility option could affect my high school athletic eligibility and impact my eligibility for college athletics. I have spoken with my Athletic Director concerning this. Student Signature: _________________________________________ Date: _________________ I understand the credit flexibility option could affect my son/daughter’s athletic eligibility now and in the future and we will work with the Athletic Director regarding eligibility. Parent/ Guardian Signature: ______________________________________ Date: ___________________ I have provided the student and parent/guardian with information on issues regarding credit flexibility and athletic eligibility. Athletic Director: ________________________________________ Date: ___________________
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