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ISAEP GED STUDENT - PARENT GUIDEI. ISAEP ELIGIBILITYII. APPLICATION TO PROGRAMIII. ABOUT THE PROGRAM1. Meeting Time2. Homework3. Work Hours4. Attendance5. Econ. and Personal Finance /Workplace Readiness6. GED Testing7. How to Be Successful8. Staff and Contact InformationIV. BREAKDOWN OF HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTSV. VERIFICATION OF HOURS FORMVI. PROGRESS TRACKING SHEETVII.ACCOUNTS AND PASSWORDS LOGVIII. EMERGENCY CONTACT FORMIX. SAMPLE CONTRACTX. TRANSCRIPT REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FORMXI. ATTENDANCE POLICYXII.INTERNET ACCEPTABLE USE FORM
I. EligibilityThe Individual Student Alternative Education Plan (ISAEP) Program prepares students at risk ofdropping out of public high school to take the GED test while developing career and technicaleducation skills. The ISAEP program fulfills compulsory attendance requirements for students whoare between the age of 16 and 18 years of age. A student is eligible if:1. The student is currently enrolled in a Roanoke County public high school2. The student is at least 16 years of age3. The student is at risk of dropping out of school4. The student is not able to earn the required number of credits to graduate5. An initial principal -student-parent (PPS) meeting has been held6. The student meets academic entrance requirements; and chooses to prepare for the GEDtests.In order to be deemed eligible the student must have a 7.5 grade equivalent or higher on arecognized standard measure of reading achievement and a score of 145 on each of the 4 GEDsubtests. Roanoke County Public Schools uses the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) tomeasure reading achievement and the GED READY Official Practice Tests for the core areasubtest assessments.The purpose of the initial Principal-Parent-Student (PPS) meeting is to help parents and studentsunderstand the following options for satisfying Virginia's compulsory attendance requirement.1. Remain in a regular school program2. Enroll in an alternative education program3. Complete an ISAEP programAt this initial meeting, parents will sign a consent form that confirms they have receivedcomplete disclosure on the ISAEP Program and understand all requirements for each of theoptions for completing public school.Once all the above requirements are met, the development of the ISAEP is undertaken in aparent/student entrance meeting at The Burton Center for Arts and Technology. Parents will becontacted to schedule the entrance meeting and students must continue to attend their baseschool until this meeting has been held and the student begins attending the ISAEP Program atThe Burton Center for Arts and Technology.The ISAEP Program classes are held every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:45-6:30 in Building B,Room 310.
Roanoke County GED ProgramIndividual Student Alternative Education Plan (ISAEP) ProgramBurton Center for Arts & Technology 1760 Boulevard Salem, VA 24153Phone: 540.857.5000 Fax: 540.857.5061Initial Meeting Form & ApplicationFaxTo:Fax:From:ISAEP ProgramPages:540.857.5061Phone: 540.857.5000Date:Re:cc: Urgent For Review Please CommentPlease attach the following: Initial meeting formApplicationTranscriptMost recent report cardCurrent class scheduleIEP Documentation (if applicable)Enrollment Verification Please Reply Please Recycle
Roanoke County GED ProgramIndividual Student Alternative Education Plan (ISAEP) ProgramBurton Center for Arts & Technology 1760 Boulevard Salem, VA 24153Phone: 540.857.5000 Fax: 540.857.5061Initial Meeting Form & ApplicationInitial Meeting FormDate:Applicant’s Full Name:Participants in the MeetingPersons PresentRelationship to ApplicantExplanation (Please have applicant and parent(s)/guardian(s) initial on the lines provided.)The following requirements have been fully explained: The ISAEP process: , Options available:, How to exit the process or programs:, A copy given to the applicant and parent(s) or guardian(s): ,Parent/Guardian SignatureStudent SignatureI, , understand that I have the option of re-enrolling in my home schooland that I will be advised as to the procedures to do that upon notifying the GED Coordinator ofmy intent to exercise that option.Parent/Guardian SignatureStudent Signature2
Roanoke County GED ProgramIndividual Student Alternative Education Plan (ISAEP) ProgramBurton Center for Arts & Technology 1760 Boulevard Salem, VA 24153Phone: 540.857.5000 Fax: 540.857.5061Initial Meeting Form & ApplicationApplicationDate:Personal Data (student)Full Name: SSN:Date of Birth: Age: Male: Female:Parent/Guardian:Home Phone: Cell Phone:Work Phone:Other:Address:Activities, hobbies and interests:Are you employed? Yes NoIf you answered yes complete the employment information below.Employment Information (student)Name of Employer:Start Date:Job Title:Hours per week:Supervisor Name: Work Phone:3
Roanoke County GED ProgramIndividual Student Alternative Education Plan (ISAEP) ProgramBurton Center for Arts & Technology 1760 Boulevard Salem, VA 24153Phone: 540.857.5000 Fax: 540.857.5061Initial Meeting Form & ApplicationAdditional Information (student) YesDo you have any previous work experience? NoCompany/Person: How Long?Company/Person: How Long?What type of work are you interested in?Are you currently enrolled in school? Yes NoIf so, which school? Grade Level:If not, school last attended? Grade Level:Date last attended:Why did you stop?Please assess your abilities in these areas by placing a check in the area provided:Mathematics:Strong Average Weak English:Strong Average Weak Social Studies:Strong Average Weak Science:Strong Average Weak Please check the subject areas in which you have had:Algebra: Geometry: Earth Science: Chemistry: Civics: U.S. History: Government: Econ. & Personal Finance: CTE Credential: CTE Course: With whom do you reside at the address given? (Please check one)Mother only: Father only: Mother & Father: Mother & Stepfather: Father &Stepmother: Grandparent(s): Foster Parent: Guardian: Self: 4
III.About the ProgramIII. ABOUT THE PROGRAMI.Meeting TimeISAEP GED meets every Tuesday and Thursday evening from 3:45-6:30. Students willcontinue to attend base schools until their first day of the ISAEP GED program. Once astudent has been approved, an entrance meeting has been held, and the student hasstarted in the program they are no longer required to attend their base school. TheISAEP GED program follows the Roanoke County Schools calendar and inclementweather schedule for closings. Please refer to local media to find out if Roanoke CountySchools are closed. In the event of a weather related two-hour delay ISAEP GED will beheld at the regular time.II.HomeworkISAEP GED Students are required to spend a total of 15 hours each week workingtoward the completion of the ISAEP GED coursework. 5 hours each week (2.5 onTuesday and 2.5 on Thursday) are spent in class. The remaining 10 hours are satisfiedthrough the completion of homework in the GED Book and other assigned activities. Abreakdown of how homework hours should be approached is included in this guide.III.1.Homework is checked every Tuesday and Thursday2.Students are expected to complete 7-10 hrs. worth of homework weekly.3.4.Homework not completed could result in unexcused absencesHomework will be checked by Ms. Robinson (please let her know if you have worked ahead).Work HoursISAEP Students are required to complete 150 hours of work (37.5 per test) in aworkplace or as a volunteer. Students may take 1 GED test for every 37.5 hours theyaccrue. Students can provide proof of these hours through pay stubs or Verification ofHours form included in this binder.IV.AttendanceFaithful attendance is vital to the success of ISAEP GED students and attending classregularly ensures that they are caught up with all requirements of the program. Allabsences must be verified by an official note from a doctor, court, or be otherwiseapproved by the ISAEP Coordinator to be counted as excused. Please refer to theISAEP Attendance Policy in Effect found in this binder.
III.About the ProgramV.Econ. and Personal Finance/ Workplace ReadinessISAEP/ GED Students must earn a credit for both Economics and Personal Finance. Thisis an online course structure and students may carry-over work completed in their baseschools toward these credits. Additionally, ISAEP GED students must take and pass theWorkplace Readiness Credential with a score of 75 or better.VI.GED TestingUpon the completion of 1.) At least 37.5 work hours per test2.) All the homework for at least 1 subject3.) A score of 145 or higher on the GED- Ready test5.) Regular attendanceAn ISAEP GED students may sit for 1 of the 4 GED tests. Test are given locally at theRoanoke Higher Education Center. Students are required to arrive at the testing center15 minutes early with an ID. Testing is free of charge to students. In the event that astudent does not attend the session or does not have documentation required by thetesting center the student is responsible for the cost of the re-test.VII.How To Be Successful In This Program1. Set a goal for completion.2. Make a plan to meet your goal.3. Complete all homework on time.VIII.4. Attend class regularly.Staff and Contact InformationISAEP Coordinator- Mara Pufko- mpufko@rcps.us 540-562-3900 ext.29076Counselor- Teresa Gibbons- tgibbons@rcps.us 540-857-5000Workplace Coordinator-Teresa Baxter tbaxter@rcps.usISAEP Instructor- Elisabeth Bivens ebivens@rcps.usISAEP Tutor- Jacqueline Robinson
IV. Breakdown of HomeworkL/A Pretests Parts 1, 2, & 3Pgs. 2-17Date CompletedInterpreting Nonfiction and Informational Text60Date CompletedLesson 1 -- Practice 1Lesson 2--- Practice 2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3Lesson 4 -- Practice 4Lesson 5 -- Practice 5Lesson 6 -- Practice 6.1, 6.2Lesson 7 -- Practice 7Lesson 8 – Practice 8Lesson 9 – Practice 9Practice QuestionsAnalyzing Nonfiction and Informational Text84Date CompletedLesson 1 -- Practice 1Lesson 2--- Practice 2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3Lesson 4 -- Practice 4Lesson 5 -- Practice 5Lesson 6 -- Practice 6Practice QuestionsInterpreting Fiction100Date CompletedLesson 1 -- Practice 1Lesson 2--- Practice 2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3Lesson 4 -- Practice 4Lesson 5 -- Practice 5Lesson 6 -- Practice 6Practice QuestionsWriting Effective Sentences116Date CompletedLesson 1 -- Practice 1Lesson 2--- Practice 2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3Lesson 4 -- Practice 4Lesson 5 -- Practice 5Lesson 6 -- Practice 6Practice Questions
IV. Breakdown of HomeworkConnecting IdeasDate Completed134Lesson 1 -- Practice 1.1, 1.2Lesson 3 -- Practice 2Lesson 4 -- Practice 3Practice QuestionsWriting About TextDate Completed146Lesson 1 -- Practice 1Lesson 2--- Practice 2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3Lesson 4 -- Practice 4Lesson 5 -- Practice 5Lesson 6 -- Practice 6.1, 6.2, 6.3Lesson 7 – Practice 7.2Section Practice Part A & BPolishing Your WritingDate Completed172Lesson 1 -- Practice 1Lesson 2--- Practice 2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3Practice QuestionsUsing Grammar CorrectlyDate Completed182Lesson 1 -- Practice 1.1, 1.2Lesson 2 -- Practice 2.1, 2.2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3.1, 3.2Practice QuestionsUtilizing Grammar MechanicsDate CompletedLesson 1 -- Practice 1.1, 1.2Lesson 2 -- Practice 2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3Lesson 4 -- Practice 4Practice Questions198
IV. Breakdown of HomeworkPretests Part 1 & 2Pgs. 18-27Date CompletedNumber Sense and Problem SolvingDate Completed218Lesson 1 -- Practice 1.1, 1.2Lesson 2 -- Practice 2.1, 2.2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3.1, 3.2Lesson 4 – Practice 4.1, 4.2Lesson 5 -- Practice 5Decimals & FractionsDate Completed238Lesson 1 -- Practice 1Lesson 2--- Practice 2.1, 2.2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3Lesson 4 -- Practice 4.1, 4.2Lesson 5 -- Practice 5Lesson 6 -- Practice 6Lesson 7 – Practice 7Practice QuestionsRatio, Proportion, & PercentDate Completed260Lesson 1 -- Practice 1.1, 1.2Lesson 2--- Practice 2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3.1, 3.2Lesson 4 -- Practice 4Lesson 5 -- Practice 5Lesson 6 -- Practice 6Practice QuestionsData Statistics and ProbabilityDate CompletedLesson 1 -- Practice 1Lesson 2--- Practice 2.1, 2.2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3Lesson 4 -- Practice 4.1, 4.2Lesson 5 -- Practice 5Lesson 6 -- Practice 6Lesson 7 – Practice 7.1, 7.2Lesson 8 – Practice 8.1, 8.2Lesson 9 – Practice 9306
IV. Breakdown of HomeworkAlgebra Basics, Expressions, and Polynomials 1 (1.1- 6.1)Date Completed316Lesson 1 -- Practice 1.1, 1.2Lesson 2--- Practice 2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3Lesson 4 -- Practice 4Lesson 5 -- Practice 5Lesson 6 -- Practice 6.1Algebra Basics, Expressions, and Polynomials 2 (6.2- 12)Date Completed331Lesson 6 – Practice 6.2Lesson 7-- Practice 7Lesson 8--- Practice 8Lesson 9 -- Practice 9Lesson 10 -- Practice 10.1, 10.2Lesson 11 -- Practice 11Lesson 12 -- Practice 12Practice QuestionsEquations, Inequalities, and Functions 1 (1 – 6)Date Completed352Lesson 1 -- Practice 1.1, 1.2Lesson 2--- Practice 2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3Lesson 4 -- Practice 4Lesson 5 -- Practice 5Lesson 6 -- Practice 6Equations, Inequalities, and Functions 2 (7-12)Date CompletedLesson 7-- Practice 7Lesson 8--- Practice 8Lesson 9 -- Practice 9Lesson 10 -- Practice 10Lesson 11 -- Practice 11Lesson 12 -- Practice 12Practice Questions366
IV. Breakdown of HomeworkGeometryDate CompletedLesson 1 -- Practice 1Lesson 2--- Practice 2.1, 2.2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3Lesson 4 -- Practice 4.1, 4.2Lesson 5 -- Practice 5Lesson 6 -- Practice 6Lesson 7 – Practice 7.1, 7.2Lesson 8 – Practice 8.1, 8.2Lesson 9 – Practice 9388
IV. Breakdown of HomeworkScience Pretests Parts 1, 2, & 3Pgs. 40-54Date CompletedComprehend Scientific DataDate Completed502Lesson 1 -- Practice 1Lesson 2--- Practice 2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3Lesson 4 -- Practice 4Lesson 5 -- Practice 5Lesson 6 -- Practice 6Life ScienceDate Completed518Lesson 1 -- Practice 1Lesson 2--- Practice 2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3Lesson 4 -- Practice 4Lesson 5 -- Practice 5Lesson 6 -- Practice 6Lesson 7 – Practice 7Lesson 8 – Practice 8Earth and Space ScienceDate Completed540Lesson 1 -- Practice 1Lesson 2--- Practice 2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3Lesson 4 -- Practice 4Lesson 5 -- Practice 5Practice QuestionsPhysical ScienceDate CompletedLesson 1 -- Practice 1Lesson 2--- Practice 2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3Lesson 4 -- Practice 4Lesson 5 -- Practice 5Lesson 6 -- Practice 6Practice Questions552
IV. Breakdown of HomeworkSocial Studies Pretests Parts 1, 2, & 3Pgs. 28- 41Date CompletedSocial Studies PracticeDate Completed420Lesson 1 -- Practice 1Lesson 2--- Practice 2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3Lesson 4 -- Practice 4Lesson 5 -- Practice 5Lesson 6 -- Practice 6Lesson 7 – Practice 7Practice QuestionsU.S. HistoryDate Completed438Lesson 1 -- Practice 1Lesson 2--- Practice 2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3Lesson 4 -- Practice 4Lesson 5 -- Practice 5Practice QuestionsCivics & GovernmentDate Completed452Lesson 1 -- Practice 1Lesson 2--- Practice 2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3Lesson 4 -- Practice 4Lesson 5 -- Practice 5Practice QuestionsEconomicsDate CompletedLesson 1 -- Practice 1Lesson 2--- Practice 2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3Lesson 4 -- Practice 4Practice Questions466
IV. Breakdown of HomeworkGeography and The WorldDate CompletedLesson 1 -- Practice 1Lesson 2--- Practice 2Lesson 3 -- Practice 3Lesson 4 -- Practice 4Lesson 5 -- Practice 5Lesson 6 -- Practice 6Practice Questions478
V. Verification of Hours FormVerification of HoursISAEP GEDStudentSupervisorWeek EndingSupervisor aySundayTotal HoursDate HoursType of Work CompletedSupervisor Signature
VI. Progress Tracking SheetISAEP/ GED Progress Tracking SheetNameEcon. & Personal FinanceEverfiM-1Workplace ReadinessMajor ClarityPre-EmploymentScoreHomeworkLanguage ArtsMathScienceSocial StudiesGED ReadyLanguage ArtsMathScienceSocial StudiesWork Hours0-37.537.6- 7576-112.5112.6-150GED TESTLanguage ArtsMathScienceSocial StudiesM-2M-3M-4M-5M-6M-7M-8M-9On Your OwnCommunicationScoreOn the JobSelf ManagementScoreWorking with othersScore
VII. Accounts and Passwords LogISAEP/ GED AccountsNameMy GEDUsernamePasswordMajor ClarityUsernamePasswordOn Your Own/ On The mePassword
VIII. Emergency Contact FormISAEP GED EMERGENCY INFORMATIONChild’s NameDate of BirthBase SchoolGrade LevelStudent Cell PhoneStudent Email AddressParent’s/Guardian’s NameParent’s/Guardian’s NameHome PhoneWork PhoneHome PhoneWork PhoneEmail AddressEmail AddressMailing AddressMailing AddressCity, ST, ZIP CodeCity, ST, ZIP CodeCustody IssuesYesNoCourt Documentation RequiredAlternative Emergency ContactsPrimary Emergency ContactSecondary Emergency ContactRelationshipRelationshipHome PhoneWork PhoneHome PhoneWork PhoneAddressAddressCity, ST ZIP CodeCity, ST ZIP CodeMedical InformationPhysician’s NamePhone NumberSpecial Health ProblemsHospital ReferredIf custodial parent or legal guardian cannot be reached in case of emergency, illness, or injury, the school is authorized to followwhatever procedure is necessary to secure medical treatment as needed. Roanoke County Public Schools is authorized to release orexchange information during the present school year with the following physicians/ agencies.Physician/ AgencyPhone NumberPhysician/ AgencyPhone Number
IX. Sample ContractRoanoke County ISAEP (GED ) ProgramIndividual Student Alternative Education Plan (ISAEP) ProgramBurton Center for Arts & Technology1760 Roanoke Boulevard Salem, VA 24153Phone: 540-857-5000 Fax: 540-857-5061Contract - Student PlanDate:STUDENT LLHOMEHOMESCHOOLSTATEZIP CODEWORKIEP:PARENT(S)/GUARDIAN(S) LLHOMESTATEZIP CODEWORKELIGIBILITY SCORES:CONTENT AREA: TABESCORE:DATE:NOTES:NOTES:MATHSCIENCESOCIAL STUDIESREADINGLANGUAGE ARTS
IX. Sample ContractComponents of the Roanoke County ISAEP (GED) ProgramPlease initial the blank areas next to each statement. The first is for the student and the second is for theparent(s)/guardian(s).A. Re-enrollment in regular high school program, understand that I have the option of re-enrolling in high school and that, I,I will be advised as to the procedures to do that upon notifying the ISAEP Coordinator of my intent to exercisethat option.B. General Educational Development Test Preparation, I,, will attend class, complete all assignments, and attend testing datesand times as scheduled., have received a copy of the syllabus which, Syllabus Information: I,includes assignments for Science, Math, Social Studies, Reading, and Writing., also understand that in order to schedule, Official Testing Information: I,each Official GED Test, I need to submit 37.5 hours of supervised employment, complete one subject areaof homework, complete 10 workplace readiness modules, and take GED Ready pre-test scoring a 145 orhigher. *Please note: Scheduling of official GED testing is subject to approval and ISAEP reserves the rightto make adjustments as necessary.C. Occupational Training, will complete all employability skills assignments, will cooperate with, I,the career education instructor, will secure and maintain gainful supervised employment, and will adhere tothe policies and procedures of the career education program. A minimum of 150 hours of supervisedemployment is required. Pay check stubs will be submitted to the career education instructor to show proofof work hours.D. Economics and Personal Finance Course, I,, will participate in a Board of Education approved Economics andPersonal Finance course if I have not fulfilled the credit prior to enrolling in the ISAEP program. The coursewill be conducted through the online method of instruction.E. Career Guidance and Counseling, I,, will participate in career counseling and guidance sessions.Agreement with ISAEP
IX. Sample Contract I/we understand and agree to adhere to all the components of the Individual Student AlternativeEducation Plan.I/we give permission to GED Testing Services to release scores to assure completion of the plan.I/we give permission to the ISAEP Coordinator to access the students MyGED online account in order toverify successful completion of the GED.I/we also understand that failure to comply with all the parts of the ISAEP is a violation of the compulsoryattendance law and criminal action may be taken.Virginia Department of EducationOffice of Adult EducationP.O. Box 2120Richmond, Virginia 23218-2120Consent FormI/we /(Print Student Name)(Print Parent(s)/Guardian(s) Name)understand the components of the Individual Student Alternative Education Plan and agree that this program isin the best educational interest of the student. Failure to comply with all parts of the ISAEP is a violation of the compulsory attendance law andcriminal action may be taken. All parties involved will be regularly informed of the student's progress. Parents will be involved in any changes to the plan. My child can re-enroll in the regular school program at any time.Participants SignatureStudent:Date:Parent/Guardians:Date:ISAEP Coordinator:Date:School Counselor:Date:Case Manager:Date:Social Worker:Date:
X. Transcript Request FormTranscript Request Authorization FormCompany/Organization nameToday's dateApplicant's informationName while enrolled in the institutionDate of birthGenderStreet addressCityEmail addressState/ProvincePostal codePhone numberAuthorizationBy signing this document, I authorize (enter receiving company/organization)to request (enter name(s) of institution(s) that has your transcript)to release my complete academic transcript to (enter receiving company/organization)I certify under penalty of law that I am the individual identified in this transcript request,or I am the parent/guardian authorized to make this request (sign below)
XI. Attendance PolicyISAEP Attendance Policy in EffectAll absences must be verified by an official note from a doctcor, court, or other approved by ISAEP coordinator to be counted EXCUSED.Absent on Tuesday3 Days Absent(Mon./Tues./Wed.)*Absent on Thursday2 Days Absent(Thurs./Fri.) *Present on Tuesday without2 Days AbsentHomework(Mon./Wed.)Present on Thursday without1 Day Absent (Fri.)HomeworkMissed ISAEP DaysTotal Days MissedActions taken by the ISAEP staff1 Absence2-3 Days AbsentCall home and inform parent/guardian that an official note is needed to excuse the absences. Upon missing 5 days (asdescribed in the ISAEP attendance policy) an attendance letter will be sent out to necessary parties.2 Absences4-6 Days AbsentCall home and inform parent/guardian that an official note is needed to excuse the absences. A five day letter will be sentbased on the days the student has missed (as described in the ISAEP attendance policy).3 Absences6-9 Days AbsentCall home and inform parent/guardian that an official note is needed to excuse the absences. Upon 10 unexcusedabsences a letter will be sent based on the days the student has missed (as described in the ISAEP attendance policy).Reaffirmation of the ISAEP contract will be requested between the ISAEP coordinator, the student, and theparent/guardian.4 Absences8-12 Days AbsentCall home and inform parent/guardian that an official note is needed to excuse the absences. A 10 day letter will be sentbased on the days the student has missed (as described in the ISAEP attendance policy).5 Absences10-15 Days AbsentCall home and inform parent/guardian that an official note is needed to excuse the absences. A 10 day letter will be sentbased on the days the student has missed (as described in the ISAEP attendance policy). If 15 days are consecutivelymissed the student will be dropped from the ISAEP program. All parties involved will be notified with a 15 day letter. Ifstudent wishes to return to the ISAEP program he/she will need to go back to high school and re-enroll. There will be areaffirmation of the ISAEP contract between the ISAEP coordinator, the student, and the parent/guardian after reenrollment at high school and before re-entry into the ISAEP program.
XI. Attendance PolicyBook- RCPS Admin RegsSection- SERIES 07: StudentsTitle- Student AttendanceNumber- 7.07ARStatus- ActiveLegalCode of Virginia, 1950, as amended, 22.1-254, 22.1-258 through 22.1-269 22.1-258, 22.1-260, 22.1-279.3, 46.2-323 and 46.2334.001.8 VAC 20-230-20.8 VAC 20-110-10 et seq. 8 VAC 20-730-10Cross References7.07 - Student Absences/Excuses/DismissalsLast RevisedJuly 13, 2017Last ReviewedJune 14, 2017A. PurposeTo outline provisions for encouraging and maintaining regular school attendance and documentingabsences.B. Excused Absences and Tardies1. Parents of students who are absent or tardy must inform the school in writing of the reason forthe absence or tardy no later than upon the student’s return to school. School staff records thestudent’s absence or tardy for each day as “excused” or “unexcused”.2. Absences and tardies are excused for the following reasons with written explanation from theparent:a. illness of the studentb. approval from administration prior to the absencec. death in family/funeral andd. school-sponsored activitiese. observance of a nationally recognized religious holiday if such holiday is verified and theschool is notified in advance.If absences and tardies that are excused solely by parent explanation become excessive, the schoolwill require additional documentation in order to ensure compliance with the compulsory schoolattendance law.3. Absences and tardies are excused for the following reasons with appropriate writtendocumentation:a. hospitalization or extended illness (with documentation from physician)b. doctor or dental appointment (with documentation from physician’s or dentist’s office)c. mandatory court appearance (with court documentation)4. A student whose absence is excused due to the observance of a nationally recognized religiousholiday is not deprived of any award or of eligibility or opportunity to compete for any award, orof the right to take an alternate test or examination, which the student missed by reason of suchabsence.5. Absences and tardies that do not meet the criteria for being excused absences or tardies areconsidered unexcused absences or tardies. Students in grades 9-12 may be denied full credit forassignments missed due to an unexcused absence or tardy.6. Nothing in this policy shall be construed to limit in any way the authority of any attendanceofficer or the division superintendent to seek immediate compliance with the compulsory schoolattendance law.C. Compliance with the Compulsory Attendance Law1. Students shall attend school for a full day unless otherwise excused by the principal andsuperintendent’s designee.2. Whenever a student fails to report to school on a regularly scheduled school day and no
XI. Attendance Policyinformation has been received by school personnel that the student’s parent is aware of andsupports the absence, the school principal, principal’s designee, attendance officer or otherschool personnel or volunteer notifies the parent by phone, email or other electronic means toobtain an explanation.3. Excessive Absences Without Parental Awareness and Supporta. Upon Fifth Absence Without Parental Awareness and Support:If (1) a student fails to report to school for a total of five scheduled school days for the schoolyear, and (2) there is no indication that the student’s parent is aware of and supports theabsence; and (3) reasonable effort to notify the parent of the absences have failed, then theprincipal of his designee or the attendance officer shall make a reasonable effort to ensure thatdirect contact is made with the parent, either in person, through telephone conversation or e-mail,to obtain an explanation for the student’s absence and to explain to the parent the consequences ofcontinued nonattendance. The school principal or his designee orthe attendance officer, the student, and the student’s parent shall jointly develop a plan toresolve the student’s nonattendance. Such plan shall include documentation of the reasons forthe student’s nonattendance.b. Upon Sixth Absence Without Parental Awareness and Support:If the student is absent an additional day after direct contact with the student’s parent and theattendance officer has received no indication that the student’s parent is aware of and supportsthe student’s absence, either the school principal or his or her designee, or the attendanceofficer shall schedule a conference within ten school days, which must take place no later than thefifteenth school day after the sixth absence. At the conference, the student, his parent, andschool personnel, shall meet to resolve issues related to the student’s nonattendance. Othercommunity service providers may also be included in the conference.c. Upon Additional Absence Without Parental Awareness and Support:Upon the next absence after the conference without indication to the attendance office that thestudent’s parent is aware of and supports the student’s absence, the principal or designee shallnotify the attendance officer or superintendent or his or her designee who shall enforce thecompulsory attendance rules by either or both of the following: (1) Filing a complaint with thejuvenile and domestic relations court alleging the student is a child in need of supervision asdefined in §16.1-228 or (2) instituting proceedings against the parent pursuant to § 18.2-371 or§ 22.1-262. In filing a complaint against the student, the attendance officer shall provide writtendocumentation of the efforts already undertaken to resolve the student’s absence. If the student’sparents have joint physical custody of the student and the school has
Workplace Readiness Credential with a score of 75 or better. VI. GED Testing Upon the completion of 1.) At least 37.5 work hours per test 2.) All the homework for at least 1 subject 3.) A score of 145 or higher on the GED- Ready test 5.) Regular attendance An ISAEP GED students may sit for 1 of the 4 GED tests. Test are given locally at the
