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ALTERNATIVE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
The Board of Education recognizes that an effective educational program must adapt to the changing educational and social needs of the community and the different interests and learning styles of the students. Additional academic support in basic skills development, gifted and talented education, English language proficiency, and/or special education, cluster grouping, magnet programs, team teaching, and program adaptations (e.g., accelerated courses of study, independent study, extended school day and year, etc.) may be necessary to effectively and efficiently meet the educational needs of individuals within a diverse student population. When the special needs of individuals or groups cannot be met through adaptation of existing district programs, the Superintendent or his/her designee shall investigate and propose to the board for approval alternative programs and facilities. Home Schooling The board acknowledges the right of parents/guardians to educate their children at home. It is the parents/guardians' responsibility to comply with state law and inform the Morris School District. Parents/guardians who choose this option shall submit adequate evidence to the Superintendent or his/her designee that they are providing a curriculum that is equivalent to that provided by this district. Disruptive/Disaffected Children The Board of Education recognizes that the active engagement of each pupil is a primary requisite for sound teacher and learning to take place. When a child is unable to benefit from the educational program because he/she is either disruptive or disaffected, then the educational goals of the district for that child will not be realized and the efforts of other pupils may be impeded. In an effort to optimize the educational experience for each child, the Superintendent or his/her designee shall develop procedures to identify and work with disruptive/disaffected pupils. When it is determined by the child study team that a disruptive/disaffected pupil is not classifiable, the board shall consider some other programs as an alternative to regular classroom attendance. When the district does not have a suitable alternative program available, the Superintendent or his/her designee shall recommend to the board placement in a program of another district, or home instruction. In accordance with state law and board policy, disruptive pupils whose continuing attendance interrupts the educational program and/or threatens harm to themselves and other may be suspended and considered for expulsion (see policy5114). Removal for Weapons Offenses or Assault Any pupil who is convicted or found to be delinquent for the following offenses shall be immediately removed by the principal from the district's regular education program for a period of not less than one calendar year and placed in an alternative education school or program pending a hearing before the Board of Education to remove the pupil:
Potential Dropouts While statute requires attendance of each pupil until 16 years of age, it is in the best interests of both pupils and the community that they complete the educational program that will equip them with skills and increase their chances for a successive and fulfilling life beyond the schools. The board directs that whenever a pupil wishes to withdraw, or has been identified as a potential withdrawal, effort should be made to determine the underlying reason and the resources of the district should be used to assist the pupil in reaching his/her career goals. No pupil under the age of 18 will be permitted to withdraw without the written consent of a parent/guardian. The Superintendent or his/her designee shall develop procedures for withdrawal from school that:
Date: April 14, 1986 October 29, 2001 First Reading November 19, 2001 Approved Legal References: N.J.S.A. 18A:7A-5d, e Major elements; guidelines N.J.S.A. 18A:11-1 General mandatory powers and duties N.J.A.C. 6:8-3.5 Educational program (curriculum) N.J.A.C. 6:8-6.2(b) Evaluation and certification (curriculum and instruction element) N.J.A.C. 6:28-1.1(b)1 General requirements Cross References: 5113 Absences and excuses 6164.2 Guidance services 6164.4 Child study team 6171.4 Handicapped 6173 Home instruction |
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