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2161 Special Education
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board to provide a free, appropriate public education to all eligible students with disabilities from ages 3 until graduation from high school with a regular high school diploma, or through the age of 21, in a manner that comports with federal and state law and regulations and […]
View2162 Education of Students with Disabilities under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
It is the intent of the District to ensure that students who are disabled within the definition of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (“Section 504”) are identified, evaluated, and provided with appropriate educational services. Students may be a qualified disabled person under this law even though they are not eligible for services […]
View2163 Supports and Interventions
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board to ensure that all students receive high-quality, research-based general education core instruction and, as appropriate, strategic and/or intensive intervention supports matched to student needs. The district utilizes the core principles of the Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) process which combines systematic assessment, decision-making and a multi-tiered […]
View2165 Home or Hospital Instruction
Upon request from a parent or an adult student, home or hospital instruction may be provided to students who are unable to attend school for an estimated period of four (4) weeks or more because of disability or illness. A qualified medical practitioner must complete Section 1 of the Request for Home/Hospital Instruction form. This […]
View2170 Career and Technical Education
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board that the District will provide a program of Career and Technical Education to assist students in making informed and meaningful educational and career choices, and to prepare students for a wide range of post-secondary options. The District’s Career and Technical Education program is a planned program […]
View2177 International Education
The Seattle School District is dedicated to the academic achievement of each student. The Seattle School Board is committed to offering International Education opportunities for students in grades Kindergarten to 12. The vision and mission of the district’s International Education program are: Vision: To educate and prepare all students to achieve today and tomorrow in […]
View2180 Nutrition Education and Nutrition Promotion
Acknowledging the relationship between nutrition, lifelong health, and academic performance, it is the policy of the Seattle School Board that nutrition education and nutrition promotion opportunities are provided to all students with the goal of improving attitude and behavior regarding healthy food choices. Within the budgetary limitations of the district, nutrition education and nutrition promotion […]
View2185 Physical Education
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board that physical education is a core component of a school environment that promotes students’ health, well-being, and ability to learn, as well as mitigates education and health disparities. Therefore, all students shall experience a Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program (CSPAP) including: 1) the opportunity to learn […]
View2190 Highly Capable Program
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board that all students will be afforded the opportunity to reach their potential and graduate from high school ready for college, career, and life. Access to curriculum and opportunities, including access to the highly capable program, should not be determined by a student’s race, neighborhood, or eligibility […]
View2194 Rigorous High School Course Enrollment
The School Board recognizes the need for all high school students to have greater access to rigorous courses, including dual credit courses. Research shows that access to rigorous courses is both what SPS students and families want and what correlates with higher rates of postsecondary success. Moreover, there have been numerous studies that illustrate that […]
View2195 Kindergarten
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board to provide a kindergarten program compatible with the assessed developmental needs of each child, promoting optimum growth in academic, social, emotional and psychomotor areas, and in compliance with the requirements of the state specified subject matter content for Kindergarten. Full-day kindergarten shall be offered in all […]
View2200 Equitable Access to Programs and Services
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board that programs and services be developed, replicated, and placed in support of districtwide academic goals that address systemic needs and support quality education for all students within the context of the current student assignment plan. The Superintendent has the authority to make all of the closure […]
View2240 Summer School
Within budgetary limitations, the district's summer program of instructional offerings may be for the purposes of intervention, credit retrieval and enrichment. Fees may be charged to cover costs for which revenues are not otherwise provided. To the extent that the district can absorb the cost, fees may be waived or reduced for students whose families […]
View2254 Alternative Education
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board to affirm our commitment to academic achievement for all students by offering a system of traditional and alternative education within the Seattle School District. These offerings will enable students to maximize their opportunities for meeting high standards and to develop their potential in the most effective […]
View2255 Alternative Learning Experience Schools or Programs
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board to allow schools or programs to operate as Alternative Learning Experience (ALE) programs, provided the schools or programs are annually approved by the School Board and that the school or program comply with all relevant ALE laws and regulations. This policy is distinct from policies covering […]
View2320 Field Trips and Excursions
The Board recognizes that field trips, when used as a device for teaching and learning integral to the curriculum, are an educationally sound and important ingredient in the instructional program of the schools. Such trips can supplement and enrich classroom procedures by providing learning experiences in an environment beyond the classroom. Field trips which take […]
View2331 Controversial Issues/Guest Speakers
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board that the district offer courses of study which will afford learning experiences appropriate to the level of student understanding. The instructional program shall respect the right of students to face issues, to have free access to information, to study under teachers in situations free from prejudice […]
View2333 Flag Exercises
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board that flag exercises be conducted in each classroom at the beginning of the school day and at the opening of all school assemblies. Students not reciting the pledge of allegiance shall maintain a respectful demeanor while either seated or standing. When feasible, the salute to the […]
View2336 Required Observances
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board that schools are required to observe the following: Veterans Day: Principals shall be responsible for the preparation and presentation of educational activities of approximately sixty minutes total throughout the week in observance of Veterans Day. The program shall be conducted during the school week preceding the […]
View2340 Religious-Related Activities and Practices
The Seattle School Board recognizes that views and opinions regarding the relationship of the schools and religion are diverse. While community opinions are important in shaping policy, the Board must give primary credence to the United States and Washington state constitutions, state law and the decisions made by the respective courts when establishing guidelines for […]
View2409 Mastery-Based Credit
It is the policy of Seattle School Board that students may obtain mastery-based credit for World Language and Career and Technical Education (CTE). Students will demonstrate mastery on a district-created or -identified assessment that is aligned to state learning standards or course equivalency requirements adopted by the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI). […]
View2412 Diplomas for Veterans
The district will issue high school diplomas to an honorably discharged member of the armed forces of the United States who was scheduled to graduate from high school, but who left high school before graduation to serve in World War II, the Korean Conflict or the Vietnam era. To be eligible for a diploma, the […]
View2413 Equivalency Credit
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board to provide students with the opportunity to fulfill credit-based graduation requirements by earning equivalency credit. Career and Technical Education Courses Provided by the District Any statewide equivalency career and technical education course offered by the District or accessed at a skill center will be offered for […]
View2415 High School Graduation Requirements
It is the policy of the Seattle School Board that in addition to meeting all graduation requirements set forth by the State of Washington, all District high school students must meet the following requirements to graduate: Students must earn 24 credits, but state law provides that districts may put a policy in place to waive […]
View2416 Performance-Based Pathway for High School Graduation
The Board is committed to providing graduation pathways that are student-focused, adaptable, rigorous, and meaningful ways for students to demonstrate appropriate readiness in support of their individualized career and college goals. As part of that commitment, the District offers multiple pathway options, including a performance-based pathway for high school graduation for students enrolled in Alternative […]
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