Code: IKFA

 EARLY GRADUATION

Boothbay Region High School is a four-year high school. Students are expected to complete the four-year graduation program. However, there are instances of accelerated and superior achievement and financial hardship which dictate an early graduation from high school. The following is the procedure for early graduation requests.

A.  The student must have a record of superior accelerated achievement or prove financial hardship in order to apply for early graduation.

B.   A written request must be made to the principal prior to the completion of the sophomore year. Forms for the request can be obtained in the guidance office.

C.   A letter from the parent/guardian must accompany the request which states support for the early graduation and illustrates how the student will benefit from such an action.

D.   The student, parent, guidance director and principal will meet to discuss all relevant issues pertaining to the early graduation.

E.   Within two weeks of the meeting, the principal will notify the student, in writing, of his/her decision on the early graduation request.

Cross Reference:         IKF - GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Adopted:    1-9-88