CODE: 6171.1
SECTION: INSTRUCTION
REMEDIAL INSTRUCTION
Pupils whose proficiency in basic reading, writing and mathematics skills is below acceptable levels of performance shall be required to participate in a remedial/skill maintenance program. Proficiency shall be evaluated through multiskills assessment, standardized tests, diagnostic instruments, teacher observation and pupil progress reports.
The programs shall include procedures to evaluate pupil achievement related to the remedial program objectives and standards. Continuous communication between teaching staff members and parents/guardians of pupils participating in remedial educational programs shall be coordinated by the Superintendent. These programs shall be supplemental to the regular program and designed to assist students who have academic, social, economic or environmental needs that prevent them from succeeding in regular school programs.
All parents/guardians shall be notified in writing of a pupil's need for a remedial/skill maintenance program and shall be encouraged to participate in its design.
Regulations governing these programs and procedures shall be reviewed and adopted by the board as required by law.
The Superintendent shall evaluate the remedial education programs each school year and report to the board of education as to their effectiveness in achieving and maintaining acceptable levels of pupil proficiency.
First Reading: December 12, 2000
Adopted: December 19, 2000