Who determines grade placement of students?
Local school systems are required to develop and implement grading, promotion, and retention policies. The policies shall be communicated annually to students and parents. (State Board Rule 0520-1-3-.05). In many districts, principals and/or teachers make the final determination regarding whether a student should be retained or promoted to the next grade.
Local school systems are required to develop and implement grading, promotion, and retention policies. The policies shall be communicated annually to students and parents. (State Board Rule 0520-1-3-.05). In many districts, principals and/or teachers make the final determination regarding whether a student should be retained or promoted to the next grade.
Related Questions
- If there is a discrepancy between a students age and grade placement, who is responsible for determining the students assigned grade?
- Are there any tools to ensure appropriate grade level placement for students within the curriculum?
- What placement criteria are utilized and when are decisions made for students entering grade 6?
