Retention and promotion recommendations are made by teachers after reviewing the student’s classroom work, assessment results throughout the year and the student’s scores on the End-of-Grade tests for children in Grades 3-5 or the End of Year Assessments in Grades K-2. The Cabarrus County Shared Accountability Policy states very specific guidelines for teachers and parents to follow. This policy is distributed at the beginning of the school year. Additional copies may be requested from the school. 

North Carolina law says that the principal makes the final decision in promotion and retention decisions.  If you have questions/concerns about retention/promotion, please schedule a conference with your child’s teacher to discuss further.