Course Guidelines
Appropriate placement in courses is one factor that contributes to academic success. Course level recommendations are based on a variety of criteria: ability, previous academic performance, social and emotional development, etc. Although not foolproof, teacher recommendations have proven to be the most accurate predictor of student success. Placement in certain courses from 8th to 9th grade is determined by strict criteria.
Appropriate placement in courses is one factor that contributes to academic success. Course level recommendations are based on a variety of criteria: ability, previous academic performance, social and emotional development, etc. Although not foolproof, teacher recommendations have proven to be the most accurate predictor of student success. Placement in certain courses from 8th to 9th grade is determined by strict criteria.
In the event you do not agree with your child’s course level recommendation, we encourage you to communicate directly with the current teacher to address concerns and/or questions. After speaking with the teacher, you may then request a conference with the appropriate department chairperson/liaison, instructional leader or administrator if you continue to disagree with the recommendation. If you would still like to pursue a course level change, please complete the Course Override Request form and return it to your current school counseling office."
In the event you do not agree with your child’s course level recommendation, we encourage you to communicate directly with the current teacher to address concerns and/or questions. After speaking with the teacher, you may then request a conference with the appropriate department chairperson/liaison, instructional leader or administrator if you continue to disagree with the recommendation. If you would still like to pursue a course level change, please complete the Course Override Request form and return it to your current school counseling office."
The Course Override Request form is available for students currently enrolled at James H. Moran Middle School and Mark T. Sheehan HS in the School Counseling Offices. Please read the directions carefully to insure timely processing.
The Course Override Request form is available for students currently enrolled at James H. Moran Middle School and Mark T. Sheehan HS in the School Counseling Offices. Please read the directions carefully to insure timely processing.