1. Application for Independent Studies is the student's responsibility. Application blanks are available from school counselors and are to be completed in triplicate. The student, the counselor and the supervising teacher each receive a copy of the completed form for their records.

2. The completed application form (including outline, objectives, time allocation, supervision schedule and method of evaluation) must be turned in to the office by the end of the first week of the semester in which the Independent Study is to be undertaken.

3. The student should demonstrate exceptional interest in the subject area in which the Independent Studies project is to be undertaken.

4. Course work in the subject area already offered through the high school curriculum must have been completed prior to the beginning of the Independent Studies project.

5. Independent Studies projects should not duplicate or replace courses available through the regular curriculum.

6. A student must carry six regular classroom credits in addition to the Independent Studies project.

7. Independent Studies projects may NOT be taken to fulfill specific department requirements for graduation.

8. The credit to be earned for each program will be determined by the student, the teacher and the principal through mutual agreement.

9. Independent Studies forms must be initialed by the head of the department sponsoring the Independent Study to indicate his/her awareness of the project. The form must also be signed by the supervising teacher, the student and the parent/guardian indicating that they understand and agree with the terms of the project.

The signature of the school counselor will indicate that the student has signed up for the required six credits for the school year. The principal's signature will indicate final acceptance of the contract and terms of the project.