Opportunity to Learn

Philosophical Basis: 

All students, in accordance with their age, grade level, and maturity, have the opportunity to be involved in their education.  Course selection and participation in school activities are an integral part of learning.

 Student's opinions concerning course materials, content, and relevance are important and deserve consideration by educators.

                                                                                                                                                                                                               

Opportunities:

 

·         Students should have access to clear curriculum descriptions that will help them to make informed choices. 

·         Students should participate in challenging, creative, academic programs at all levels in elementary, middle, and senior high schools. 

·         Students shall have the opportunity to study all subjects under competent instructors in an atmosphere free from bias and prejudice.

 ·         Students shall have the opportunity, within their level or maturity and within the scope of their course-work, to study any controversial issue which has political, economic, or social significance.  They have the opportunity to access all available relevant information.

 ·         Secondary students have the opportunity to seek representation on the committees that participate in textbook selection and curriculum planning - from individual school councils to district level. 

·         Students have the right of equal opportunity of access to extracurricular activities. 

·        Students with disabilities are entitled to special services as provided by law.

Responsibilities:

 

·         Students have the responsibility for seeking clarification, if necessary, from informed persons in the school. 

·         Students have the responsibility for striving for academic growth by participating to their utmost ability. 

·         Students have the responsibility for contributing to the development of a positive climate in the school that is conducive to wholesome learning and living. 

·         Students have the responsibility for respecting the rights of others who have differing viewpoints, and for becoming informed and knowledgeable about controversial issues. 

 

·         Students have the responsibility for involving themselves in committees and enriching the classes in which they are enrolled through participation in implementation and evaluation.

 ·         Students have the responsibility for requesting the opportunity to participate in any extracurricular activity. 

·        Students have the responsibility for seeking the services they need.