The district may excuse students from a state-required program or learning activity for reasons of religion or disability.

An alternative program for credit may be provided.

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The Board expects that all students will participate in the basic instructional program offered by the school district.

However, when requested by parents in writing, a student may be excused from participation in a specific topic of study when required by the student's religious beliefs, disability, or other reasons deemed appropriate by the district.

Such a request should be made directly to the principal of the school.  The principal will be responsible for assessing and acting upon the request in a timely fashion.  Should the exemption be granted it is with the understanding that the student will have a comparable assignment in an area of related study.

A student receiving an exemption under this policy shall receive no penalties as to grade, credit or graduation.

Program Exemptions Form

I request that _________________ be excused from participation

in __________________________________________________

This request is based upon religious beliefs or disability. (Please explain)

__________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________

I understand if this request is granted, the student will have a comparable assignment for which he/she will be held accountable.  Further, the student is to be excused only for the topic(s) specified above.

Request Granted _____ (initials)

Request Denied ______ (initials)

Parent__________________________________Date _____________

Principal ________________________________Date _____________