Option Two

Grade 11-12 students may enroll at Capri Institute in Paramus, New Jersey for alternative career education. Students can get certification in Cosmetology and Hairstyling. Tuition incurred is the responsibility of the student/guardian. See your counselor or go to the Capri Institute website: www.capriinstitute.com for more information.

Assignment of credit for participation in activities that occur all or some of which occur outside of the regular classroom schedule. Grade 9-12 students receive credit in activities that meet or exceed the NJ Core Curriculum Content Standards. The Principal must approve all activities in advance.

Students may volunteer (without any monetary compensation) outside of their scheduled day in elementary schools, pre-school programs, health/safety related fields, or the community and receive credit. For every 27.5 hours of service, students will earn one credit. A maximum of 10 credits will be applied to graduation requirements. For more information contact Mrs. Stacy Mandel, Program Coordinator, at smandel@mahwah.k12.nj.us or by telephone at 201-762-2317.

An option for earning course credit via Internet courses from an accredited college/university or approved NJ content area certified teacher. Grade 11-12 students may receive credit in courses approved by department supervisors in courses NOT offered at the high school.

This option may also be used for students in grades 9-12 as a means of providing long term, medically approved home instruction; remedial courses; and enrichment courses. Courses must be taught by a NJ certified content area teacher. Students will need to successfully pass Mahwah High School’s written assessment in order for credits to be counted. Course credits will count toward graduation requirements.