File: IIA

PLACEMENT FOR INSTRUCTION

It is the Agawam School Committee's belief that children should be placed in whatever way that the most effective learning will take place.

The placement of a student in a level of a subject shall be discussed with the parent/guardian and, at the high school level, should be cooperatively decided by the student, parent/guardian, teacher, guidance counselor, and administrator. In the event parents do not agree with the placement of a child, they may request in writing that the child be otherwise placed. Such a request may be honored, but the parent(s)/guardian(s) will be notified that such action is not in the best interest of a student.

A student's assignment to a level shall not be considered permanent. If, in the judgment of the teacher, a change is deemed advisable, the teacher shall discuss the matter with the principal. Every effort shall be made to assign the student to a level in the best educational interests of the student.