During a student's years in middle school, some families may consider options where their student takes courses not offered at CRMS. Typically, this is an outcome of a student seeking ways to earn credit for specific high school courses not available in grades six through eight. As a result, families typically consider correspondence courses through two commonly utilized providers: The University of Texas High School Online or Texas Tech High School Online.
When decisions are made to pursue this option, they are independent of CRMS. The family takes on the cost and logistics associated with the course and the student takes the course outside the school day. Despite the fact that these courses are taken aside from CRMS, students who choose this path are encouraged to talk to their grade level counselor. It is important to understand the high school planning implications of these decisions as well as the documentation required by our registrar to award credit.
Both UTHS and TTHS are now providing the option for parents to proctor their child's exam.
Before enrolling in a correspondence course, prior approval from the grade level counselor is needed.
Board Policy states the following:
The Superintendent or designee shall establish procedures governing the use of other distance learning courses, including correspondence courses, as a means of earning credit in a subject or course. In order to receive credit, a student shall obtain approval from the principal or designee prior to enrollment in the course.
If taking a correspondence course over the summer, all scores for that course must be submitted to CRMS by July 31st order for a schedule change to be made.