ParentStudentHandbook2017-18 AUG.17

HOME OR OUT–OF–SCHOOL INSTRUCTION

The District Board of Education shall provide instructional services to an enrolled student whether a general education student in kindergarten through grade 12 or special education student age three to 21, at the student’s home or another suitable out–of–school setting.

Due to a temporary or chronic health condition

When a student is expected to be out of school for a prolonged period of time because of certain illnesses or immobility, parents shall submit a request to the school district that includes written determination from the student’s physician that must state the following: ● The nature of illness. ● The student's capability to receive instruction without endangering his/her health. ● The expected period of time the student will be unable to attend school.

The school district shall provide instructional services within five days after receipt of the school physician’s verification. Statute allows for no fewer than five (5) hours of instruction on three separate days of the week.

Due to reasons other than a temporary or chronic health condition

When the student is mandated by State law and rule for placement in an alternative education program for violations of N.J.A.C. 6A: 16–5.5 and 5.6 but placement is not immediately available; or

When the student is placed on short-term or long-term suspension from participation in the general education program pursuant to N.J.A.C 6A: 167.2 and 7.3; or

When a court order requires that the student receive instructional services in the home or other out–of–school setting:

The school district shall provide instructional services no later than five school days after the student has left the education program. Statute allows for no fewer than ten (10) hours of instruction on three separate days of the week.

HOME SCHOOLING

In order to home school a child, parents must file written notice with the Superintendent each year they wish to home school.

HOMEWORK

Homework of suitable quality can enrich a student's background and increase his/her sense of responsibility. It can be an important part of a student’s training and education. Homework should be meaningful and should be an outgrowth of what is being taught in class.

Homework assignments are the responsibility of each student. If a pupil is ill and expects to miss more than two days of school, arrangements for work to be sent home can be made by calling the school.

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