Elementary (K-5)
A Student will be considered for retention if a combination of the following criteria exists:
- Student performs significantly below grade level on standardized assessments such as iReady, EOG, and BOG tests.
- Student earns grades of a “D” or “F” in Reading and/or Math.
- Student demonstrates social/emotional immaturity that affects academic achievement.
- Poor work habits, lack of completing homework/classwork, and/or excessive absences affect academic achievement.
- The committee feels that retention will benefit the student.
Middle School (6-8)
A student will be considered for retention if a combination of the following criteria exists:
- Student performs significantly below grade level on standardized assessments such as iReady, EOG, and EOC tests.
- Student earns a grade of “D” or “F” in any two core academic subjects. (English/Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies)
- Poor work habits, lack of completing homework/classwork, and/or excessive absences affect academic achievement.
- The committee feels that retention will benefit the student.
High School (9-12)
A student will be retained in the current grade level unless they have met each of the requirements for promotion outlined in “Promotion Criteria” above.
Additional factors may be considered in making a decision for retention. In some situations, it may be in the best interest of the student that he or she not be retained even though the student may qualify as a retention candidate.