LAUREL SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT

Remedial Instruction                                                                                     Policy #6171.1

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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 multi-skills 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 chief school administrator.  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 chief school administrator shall evaluate the remedial educational 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:         February 2008

Adopted: 

Legal References:     N.J.S.A. 18A:7C-1      High school graduation standards

                                    N.J.S.A. 18A:35-4.9    Pupil promotion and remediation; policies and procedures

                                    N.J.A.C. 6:8-1.1          Words and terms defined

                                    N.J.A.C. 6:8-6.2          Programs and services for pupils at risk