NEED TO CREATE A POLICY OR EDIT THE ONE BELOW (BORROWED FROM SLDM):
8th grade students having satisfactorily completed the requirements for graduation will be awarded a diploma upon graduating. Students must receive a “D" average or better in all academic subjects in order to receive a diploma. The principal reserves the right to refuse award of diplomas for poor academic achievement or poor conduct.
RETENTION
The decision to promote a student to the next grade or to retain him or her in the present grade shall be based upon a consideration of the overall welfare of the student, made by carefully weighing academic, emotional, and social factors. The parent, in consultation with the teacher and principal, shall make the final decision regarding retention. If the school does not have the sufficient resources to help the student, the principal will notify the parents.
