IKE-R Retention of Students - Proceedings

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RETENTION OF STUDENTS -- PROCEEDINGS

[Guidelines for Elementary Retention]

When a teacher considers the retention of a student, the following procedures shall be observed.

A. The teacher brings his/her concerns to the principal about the possible need for retention with a full written report including the rationale for this recommendation. The teacher is expected to engage in an on-going dialogue with the principal as early as possible in order to garner needed support services during the school year.

B. Following the review of the retention referral form by the principal, if there is still a concern for possible retention, the parents shall be informed that the student is being referred to a review panel of appropriate staff.

C. The final decision for retention or promotion will be made by the building principal.

D. If a decision is made to retain a student, recommendations for the next school year program and the follow up procedures to review the program shall be stated and filed in the student's record.

E. If the student is not retained, a written plan to support the child going forward will be filed and monitored on a regular basis by the building principal.

Adopted: August 16, 2010