Independent Study

INDEPENDENT STUDY      

Grade(s): 10-12               Credit(s): 0.5 /1.0            Weight:  Varies based on administrative approval

Length: Semester/Year                                                   

Prerequisite:  School counselor recommendation of student; curriculum must be approved by faculty mentor, department chairperson,  administration, and School Board.

Traditional: 15511                  Periods/cycle: 5

The student works with a faculty member on an approved project, program, or course of study for a predetermined period of time and academic credit.  An Independent Study program can be taken concurrently with a maximum of five major courses.  It cannot be used as a substitute for a required course in the curriculum, nor can a course listed in the curriculum be taken as an independent study.  The OJR School Board must approve all independent study programs before credit will be granted.  Interested students should contact their counselor for details.