Grade Appeals. If a grade of any kind is to be appealed by a student and/or parent/guardian, it must be done within 15 school days of the issuance of that grade. Before meeting with the principal, every effort must be made between the student and/or parent/guardian and the teacher to resolve the matter. If the matter is not resolved between the student and/or parent/guardian and the teacher, and appeal conference will be held in which the student, parent/guardian, teacher and principal will be present. The appeal will be heard by the principal whose decision is final. LEAP Testing (Formerly EOC) LEAP/EOC assessments measure the knowledge and skills a student should have mastered by the end of a course. The results of the LEAP/EOC assessments help to ensure that all Louisiana students have access to a rigorous curriculum that meets high academic standards. Students must meet the assessment requirements below to earn a standard diploma: Incoming sophomores, juniors, and/or seniors in fall of 2017 must pass three (3) LEAP/EOC assessments in the following categories: . English II or English III . Algebra I or Geometry . Biology or American History Incoming freshman in fall of 2017 must pass three (3) LEAP/EOC assessments in the following categories: . English I or English II . Algebra I or Geometry . Biology or American History A student’s score on an LEAP/EOC assessment will count 25% towards a student’s final course grade. For students with disabilities who are working on an ACT 833 Diploma,, a student’s score on an LEAP/EOC assessment will count 5% towards a student’s final course grade. For students with disabilities who have passed two of the three required LEAP/EOC assessments and have exhausted all opportunities available through the end of the 12th grade to pass the required LEAP/EOC assessment, a waiver may be requested to the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE). The LDOE will determine the student’s eligibility and if the student’s disability significantly impacted his/her ability to pass the EOC assessment.
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Grade Appeals. If a grade of any kind is to be appealed by a student and/or parent/guardian, it must be done within 15 school days of the issuance of that grade. Before meeting with the principal, every effort must be made between the student and/or parent/guardian and the teacher to resolve the matter. If the matter is not resolved between the student and/or parent/guardian and the teacher, and appeal conference will be held in which the student, parent/guardian, teacher and principal will be present. The appeal will be heard by the principal whose decision is final. LEAP Testing (Formerly EOC) LEAP/EOC LEAP assessments measure the knowledge and skills a student should have mastered by the end of a course. The results of the LEAP/EOC LEAP assessments help to ensure that all Louisiana students have access to a rigorous curriculum that meets high academic standards. Students must meet the assessment requirements below to earn a standard diploma: Incoming sophomores, juniors, and/or seniors freshman in fall of 2017 and beyond must pass three (3) LEAP/EOC assessments in the following categories: . English II or English III . Algebra I or Geometry . Biology or American History Incoming freshman in fall of 2017 must pass three (3) LEAP/EOC assessments LEAP 2025 testing requirements in the following categories: . English I or English II . Algebra I or Geometry . Biology or American History A student’s score on an LEAP/EOC LEAP assessment will count 25% towards a student’s final course grade. For students with disabilities who are working on an ACT 833 Diploma,, a student’s score on an LEAP/EOC LEAP assessment will count 5% towards a student’s final course grade. For students with disabilities who have passed two of the three required LEAP/EOC LEAP assessments and have exhausted all opportunities available through the end of the 12th grade to pass the required LEAP/EOC LEAP assessment, a waiver may be requested to the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE). The LDOE will determine the student’s eligibility and if the student’s disability significantly impacted his/her ability to pass the EOC LEAP assessment.. Grade Point Average Policy for Ranking: After all GPA’s have been calculated to the 4th decimal point, class members will be ranked from highest to lowest. All students, regardless of graduating date, are to be ranked at the end of the school year. Fifth or sixth year students who are considered midterm graduates must be ranked with spring graduates. All courses attempted, with the exception of those pass/fail courses for which a student earned a “P” or “F” will be included in the determination of class rank. Graduation/Senior Information TUITION OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS (TOPS) TOPS (Xxxxxx Opportunity Program for Students) is a state scholarship program for Louisiana residents who attend either one of the Louisiana Public Colleges and Universities, schools that are a part of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, Louisiana approved Proprietary and Cosmetology Schools or institutions that are a part of the Louisiana Association of Independent Colleges and Universities. Visit the link below for more information on the TOPS Program: xxxxx://xxxxxxx.xx.xxx/students-parents/scholarships-grants/ Parents/guardians must sign the appropriate Privacy Act form before a student’s educational record will be released. PARTICIPATION IN THE GRADUATION CEREMONY In order to participate in a school’s graduation ceremony, students enrolled in a curriculum that leads to a diploma must meet all graduation requirements as outlined by the state of Louisiana including the completion of the required Carnegie units, passing the required assessments and/or Industry Based Certifications (IBCs), and the completion of financial aid (FAFSA) requirements to earn a standard high school diploma. Additionally, students meet the following criteria:
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Grade Appeals. If a grade of any kind is to be appealed by a student and/or parent/guardian, it must be done within 15 school days of the issuance of that grade. Before meeting with the principal, every effort must be made between the student and/or parent/guardian and the teacher to resolve the matter. If the matter is not resolved between the student and/or parent/guardian and the teacher, and appeal conference will be held in which the student, parent/guardian, teacher and principal will be present. The appeal will be heard by the principal whose decision is final. LEAP Testing (Formerly EOC) LEAP/EOC assessments measure the knowledge and skills a student should have mastered by the end of a course. The results of the LEAP/EOC assessments help to ensure that all Louisiana students have access to a rigorous curriculum that meets high academic standards. Students must meet the assessment requirements below to earn a standard diploma: Incoming sophomores, juniors, and/or seniors in fall of 2017 must pass three (3) LEAP/EOC assessments in the following categories: . English II or English III . Algebra I or Geometry . Biology or American History Incoming freshman in fall of 2017 must pass three (3) LEAP/EOC assessments in the following categories: . English I or English II . Algebra I or Geometry . Biology or American History A student’s score on an LEAP/EOC assessment will count 25% towards a student’s final course grade. For students with disabilities who are working on an ACT 833 Diploma,, a student’s score on an LEAP/EOC assessment will count 5% towards a student’s final course grade. For students with disabilities who have passed two of the three required LEAP/EOC assessments and have exhausted all opportunities available through the end of the 12th grade to pass the required LEAP/EOC assessment, a waiver may be requested to the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE). The LDOE will determine the student’s eligibility and if the student’s disability significantly impacted his/her ability to pass the EOC assessment.. Grade Point Average Policy for Ranking: After all GPA’s have been calculated to the 4th decimal point, class members will be ranked from highest to lowest. All students, regardless of graduating date, are to be ranked at the end of the school year. Fifth or sixth year students who are considered midterm graduates must be ranked with spring graduates. All courses attempted, with the exception of those pass/fail courses for which a student earned a “P” or “F” will be included in the determination of class rank. Graduation/Senior Information Tuition Opportunity Program for Students (TOPS) In order for a student to qualify for college benefits through Louisiana TOPS, specific requirements must be fulfilled. Parents/guardians should consult the TOPS website for requirements and possible changes to the program. Parents/guardians must sign the appropriate Privacy Act form before a student’s educational record will be released. Participation in the Graduation Ceremony In order to participate in a school’s graduation ceremony, students enrolled in a curriculum that leads to a diploma must meet all graduation requirements set forth by the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education, this includes but is not limited to passing all required courses and meeting all End of Course (LEAP 25) requirements (xxxx://xxx.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx/courses/graduation- requirements) and meet the following criteria:
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Grade Appeals. If a grade of any kind is to be appealed by a student and/or parent/guardian, it must be done within 15 school days of the issuance of that grade. Before meeting with the principal, every effort must be made between the student and/or parent/guardian and the teacher to resolve the matter. If the matter is not resolved between the student and/or parent/guardian and the teacher, and appeal conference will be held in which the student, parent/guardian, teacher and principal will be present. The appeal will be heard by the principal whose decision is final. LEAP Testing (Formerly EOC) LEAP/EOC assessments measure the knowledge and skills a student should have mastered by the end of a course. The results of the LEAP/EOC assessments help to ensure that all Louisiana students have access to a rigorous curriculum that meets high academic standards. Students must meet the assessment requirements below to earn a standard diploma: Incoming sophomores, juniors, and/or seniors in fall of 2017 must pass three (3) LEAP/EOC assessments in the following categories: . English II or English III . Algebra I or Geometry . Biology or American History Incoming freshman in fall of 2017 must pass three (3) LEAP/EOC assessments in the following categories: . English I or English II . Algebra I or Geometry . Biology or American History A student’s score on an LEAP/EOC assessment will count 25% towards a student’s final course grade. For students with disabilities who are working on an ACT 833 Diploma,, a student’s score on an LEAP/EOC assessment will count 5% towards a student’s final course grade. For students with disabilities who have passed two of the three required LEAP/EOC assessments and have exhausted all opportunities available through the end of the 12th grade to pass the required LEAP/EOC assessment, a waiver may be requested to the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE). The LDOE will determine the student’s eligibility and if the student’s disability significantly impacted his/her ability to pass the EOC assessment.. Grade Point Average Policy for Ranking: After all GPA’s have been calculated to the 4th decimal point, class members will be ranked from highest to lowest. All students, regardless of graduating date, are to be ranked at the end of the school year. Fifth or sixth year students who are considered midterm graduates must be ranked with spring graduates. All courses attempted, with the exception of those pass/fail courses for which a student earned a “P” or “F” will be included in the determination of class rank. Graduation/Senior Information Tuition Opportunity Program for Students (TOPS) In order for a student to qualify for college benefits through Louisiana TOPS, specific requirements must be fulfilled. Parents/guardians should consult the TOPS website for requirements and possible changes to the program. Parents/guardians must sign the appropriate Privacy Act form before a student’s educational record will be released. Participation in the Graduation Ceremony In order to participate in a school’s graduation ceremony, students enrolled in a curriculum that leads to a diploma must meet all graduation requirements set forth by the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education, this includes but is not limited to passing all required courses and meeting all End of Course (LEAP 25) requirements (xxxx://xxx.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx/courses/graduation- requirements) and meet the following criteria:
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