Short Term Independent Study

When a student has advance knowledge that they are going to be absent for a minimum of 5 school days and maximum of 14 school days, they are eligible for and encouraged to arrange a short term independent study contract. The parent(s) of the student must notify the Attendance Office at least 5 school days prior to the date of absence so that teachers can organize assignments and materials for the student.

A Short Term Independent Study Contract is developed by faculty members and it coordinates learning objectives so that disruptions in the student's program will be minimized during the absence. The work should be completed during the absence and is due upon his/her return in order to receive credit for the absence. Failure to successfully complete the contract must result in the days of absence being marked as "unexcused".