Credit Flex

Tuslaw Local Schools

Credit Flex

Credit Flexibility is in opportunity for students to create unique learning experiences. Credit Flexibility options are designed for those students who demonstrate the ability, interest, and maturity to accept personal responsibility for their learning in a selected curricular area and have the opportunity to pursue it outside of Tuslaw High School with a Tuslaw Board of Education-approved program. The purpose of the Credit Flexibility option is to develop learners who plan their own research, learning objectives, and plan whereby they will attain those objectives outside of the traditional classroom.

The Credit Flexibility options are:

• Testing out of an Existing Tuslaw High School Class

• Creating a Flex Plan for a New Class - Consists of a student developing his/her own Proposal for Credit Flexibility and demonstration of proficiency.

• Selecting a Tuslaw Local Schools Approved Educational Option (Ex: on-line coursework, independent study, summer school, mentorship programs, etc.)

Credit Flexibility Application submission due dates are:

• August 1^st (or earlier) for courses taken during the Fall Semester

• December 1^st (or earlier) for courses taken during the Spring Semester

• May 1^st (or earlier) for courses taken during the summer

• Students wishing to earn credit by testing out must submit by the last day of March of the preceding school year

All students should schedule courses, as usual, until notification of approval or denial of their Credit Flexibility form has been received.

For additional Credit Flexibility information and requirements contact Mrs. Derheimer

Tuslaw Local Schools

Credit Flexibility Program Overview

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who may apply for Credit Flexibility?

A: Any current Tuslaw Local Schools student may apply.

Q: How do I apply for Credit Flexibility?

A: A Proposal for Credit Flexibility Form needs to be completed and is available in the guidance office.

Q: Which course may I apply for Credit Flexibility?

A: You may apply for any high school course currently offered. With District approval, you may also develop proposals for subjects not currently offered.

Q: If I fail my Credit Flexibility option, may I then take the course in Credit Recovery?

A: No

Q: Are Credit Flexibility options given a pass/fail score or a letter grade?

A: You will earn a letter grade – just like a regular course. The letter grade will appear on your transcript like any other course. The grading scale for Credit Flexibility grades follows the district grading scale.

Q: Would Credit Flexibility affect my athletic eligibility?

A: Yes, please consult your Athletic Director and Counselor for additional information regarding your athletic eligibility.

Q: Who reviews my Credit Flexibility proposal if I submit one?

A: A district committee comprised of the building principal, counselor, curriculum director, and, if applicable, teacher of record will review the proposal.

Q: Who grades my work?

A: A district committee of teachers and administrators will evaluate your work.

Q: What happens if I fail my Credit Flexibility Option?

A: You would have to take the course at Tuslaw High School (if it is a graduation requirement).