Adult High School Class Attendance Policy

The PJC Adult High School program is an accelerated program where a student may earn credit in approximately one-half the time required in the regular public high school. Therefore, regular class attendance is required.  A student who is absent more than six hours from a one-credit class or more than three hours from a one-half credit class (for emergencies, illness, or any other reason) and is not showing academic progress may be withdrawn from the class. A student who exceeds allowed absences and is showing academic progress may be allowed to continue in the class at the teacher's discretion.

Class punctuality is expected of all students. Students who are loitering/smoking outside the building after class has started will be dropped from the class. Three tardies may be counted as one hour of absence. Students who leave class early will also be counted absent or tardy at the teacher's discretion

Students who register for classes, must attend those classes or report to Student Services and drop the courses. Students who do not report to classes for which they have registered will be dropped and a restriction placed in their file.

Productive Use of Class Time

All students are expected to report to their classes with appropriate materials. Students should be prepared to engage in and contribute to meaningful learning experiences. Students may not use class time to visit administrative/counseling offices. Appointments should be scheduled before or after classes. Teacher permission should be obtained before a student is allowed to leave the classroom for personal privilege or emergency reasons. Students will use restroom facilities and drinking fountains on the same floor as their classroom. Students are not to be outside the building during class time.

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