Model Board Policy Manual

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Every student 18 years of age or older will be deemed to be an adult and will have legal capacity to act as such. Such students, like all other students, will comply with the rules established by the District, pursue the prescribed course of study, and submit to the authority of teachers and other staff members as required by policy and State law.

Admission to School: The residence of an adult student who is not residing with a parent/guardian will be considered the residence for school purposes.

Field Trips/Athletic Programs: Approved forms for participation will be required of all students. The form should indicate whether the signature is that of the parent or the adult student. Sponsors or coaches will be required to confirm the ages of students signing their own forms.

Absence-Lateness-Truancy: Absence notes, normally signed by parents/guardians, may be signed by adult students. Excessive absences will result in consequences according to Policy 3050 and will be reported on the report card.

Suspension/Expulsion: All suspension and/or expulsion proceedings will conform to the requirements of State statutes. Such suspension or expulsion shall be in accordance with Policy 3340, except that all roles assigned to the student’s parent/guardian will be assigned to the student.

Withdrawal from School: Adult students may withdraw from school under their own cognizance. Counselors will guide and counsel potential dropouts and encourage their continued attendance.

Permission to Inspect Student Records: Adult students may request permission to inspect their school records if they are eligible students according to FERPA.

Report Cards: Unless directed otherwise, progress reports will be sent to the student instead of the parent/legal guardian.

Excuses from School: The school will verify requests from students who wish to leave school early for reasons such as job interviews, college visits, driver testing, with the organization being visited. Permission to leave school early may be denied for what is considered a non-valid reason.

Financial Responsibility: Students of legal age can be held financially responsible for damage to school property.
 

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