Promotion Policy
In grades 2-8, promotion to the next grade level shall be based on an overall average of 70 on a scale of 100 based on course-level, grade-level standards (essential knowledge and skills) for all core subjects. The parent or guardian of each student who has not successfully completed a subject or course for the year shall be notified by the district as soon as practical of any summer program available in the district that may permit the student to successfully complete any failed courses.
Eligiblity Requirements for Extra Curricular Activities
A student may participate in extracurricular activities by having a passing grade of 70 in all subjects and by meeting all requirements set by local and state policy.
Special Education
Students with disabilities may be eligible for and need special education services. BISD offers a wide range of instructional options for students with disabilities through services designed to meet unique education needs. These instructional options range from placement in the general education classroom with support services to placement in specialized classes. Students with disabilities may also be eligible for and need certain related services that may be necessary for the student to benefit from special education instruction. An ARD Committee that includes the student, parents, administrators, counselors, teachers, and special education personnel make all special education programming decisions for individual students.
Alternative Selection- Electives
Students must select alternate selections in order to ensure a complete schedule. Every attempt will be made to honor students’ first choices, but, due to physical limitations, maximum class sizes may need to be imposed.
Credit By Exam Without Prior Instruction
Students wanting information regarding credit by exam without prior instruction should contact the counseling office. Students may not use credit by exams to gain credit when credit has been denied for excessive absences or when a student has received prior instruction over the material tested. Please Note: CREDIT BY EXAM DATES for the 2025-2026 school year will be announced on the BISD website.
State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness-STAAR
STAAR annual assessments are taken for grade 7 in Reading Language Arts and Mathematics. STAAR annual assessmnets are taken for grade 8 in Reading Language Arts, Mathematics (Algebra 1 EOC if applicable), Science, and Social Studies. The state requires that students receive accelerated instruction if who do not meet STAAR test requirements.