Credits

The counselors have shared with your child how credits are earned or lost. Please ask your student to explain this information to you.

If students pass all six classes with a D- or higher at the end of the quarter, they will earn 2.5 credits per class for a total of 15 credits per quarter. They have the opportunity of earning a total of 60 credits in 7th grade and 60 credits in the 8th grade. If a class is failed, the credits are lost.

To be eligible for the eighth grade promotion requirements, and the end of year activities, a minimum of 107.5 credits must be accumulated. It is important that students do their best in each class as it will help prepare them for passing the exit exam required at the end of high school.

In addition, the students must have demonstrated acceptable citizenship, behavior and attendance. Failure to meet the citizenship, behavior, and attendance standards may result in the denial of the privilege of participation in the end of the year activities.

For students to successfully pass classes, attendance is a must! Please insist that your child attend school daily unless he or she is genuinely ill. Since homework is an integral part of the grade in each class, it is important that a student contact the teacher for missing assignments and do the make-up work for each class when he or she is absent.

If your son/daughter is having difficulty academically, socially, or personally, please encourage them to talk with their counselor. If there is a family crisis that would possibly affect your child at school, please give us a call at (661) 284-3260 X1411.

It is our hope that the credit presentation motivates your child to maintain sound academic habits that include completing homework, reviewing for tests and seeking extra help when needed. If you feel your child needs academic intervention, please contact the counseling office.

We appreciate your concern and support. Working together as a team we can make a difference in your child’s educational experience.