Regulation IDCF-R(1): Work-Study Programs

1. Requirements for Participation in Work-Based Learning Programs

2. Course Load Requirements for Participation

3. Seniors must be able to meet the requirements for graduation by the end of the school year in order to participate in an early release program.

4. Juniors must complete 18 Carnegie units by the end of the school year.

5. Sophomores must complete 12 Carnegie units by the end of the school year.

6. Freshmen must complete six Carnegie units by the end of the school year.

7. Other Requirements for Participation

8. Participants must have written approval from parents/guardian.

9. A passing grade is required in each course each semester of participation.

10. Punctuality and good conduct are essential for continued participation.

11. A satisfactory verification of the program each semester is required for continued participation during the semester.

The principal has the right to revoke the privilege of participation for any student who violates the district guidelines.

Student are enrolled in work-based learning programs as part of the student's total course load.

Parental/guardian consent shall be required from parents of students involved in the program.

1. Program Design

The program design will include the following criteria:

1. Sound objectives exist for the work-based learning program.

2. A process exists and is followed for informing the parents/ guardian about the program objectives and obtaining parental agreement for the student's participation.

3. An evaluation process exists to monitor program operation and inform the DeKalb County Board of Education about program success.