Students who transfer into the school district must meet the immunization and age requirements set out for students who initially enroll in the school district.
The school district shall request the student's cumulative records from the previous school district. If the student cannot offer proof of grade level, the principal or superintendent will make the grade level determination. The principal or superintendent may require testing or other information to determine the grade level. Students expelled or suspended from their previous school district will only be enrolled after approval of the board.
The prncipal or superintendent shall determine the amount of credits to be transferred. If the student has not previously attended an accredited school, it is within the superintendent's discretion to accept or reject credits or grades.
The board may deny admission if the student is not willing to provide the board with the necessary information.
Legal Reference: 20 U.S.C. § 1232g (1994). Iowa Code §§ 139.9; 282.1, .3, .4; 299A (2005).
Cross Reference: 501 Student Attendance
505.4 Student Honors and Awards
507 Student Health and Well-Being
604.1 Competent Private Instruction
Approved Mar 12, 2007
Reviewed November 15, 2021
Revised November 15, 2021