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Academic Policy and Programs

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Curriculum and Educational Support Committees

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Curriculum and Educational Support Committees

Curriculum Committee

The Curriculum Committee serves as an advisory board to the principal on matters relating to course offerings, course changes, course credits, and overall curriculum development.

The Committee will consist of two permanent members including a Director of Curriculum to act as chair, and the academic assistant principal. Additionally, three advising members serve two year terms. All five are voting members.

The scope of the Curriculum Committee's activities shall include

1. Establishment, evaluation, refinement, and improvement of
   1. curriculum, especially regarding the course requirements for all levels.
   2. graduation requirements.
   3. honor roll policies.
2. Approval of new courses and their placement in the curriculum.
3. Approval of courses as proposed by the departments.
4. Discussion of topics, per the administration's request.

The Curriculum Committee will publish its proceedings, including agendas and minutes, and issue copies to the administration as well as associated committees. These reports will also be posted in faculty areas.

Educational Support Committee

The Educational Support Committee serves as an advisory board to the principal on matters relating to the improvement of education. This board addresses the concerns of faculty, staff, administration, and students and suggests specific programs and policies; disseminates information through appropriate channels to concerned parties; and acts as a steering committee for school evaluations. The committee will consist of five voting faculty members including the academic assistant principal.

The scope of the Educational Support Committee shall include, but not be limited to, the establishment, evaluation, refinement, and/or improvement of

1. policies regarding grading and grade reporting.
2. parent-teacher communication.
3. academic policies and procedures.
4. professional performance of teachers.
5. input from students and parents regarding educational improvements.
6. non-curricular topics deemed necessary by administration or faculty.