Hickman County Board of Education
Descriptor Code:
Issued Date:
Descriptor Term:
4.202
06/03/24
Special Education
Rescinds:
Issued:
4.202
12/04/23
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The Board shall provide access to a free appropriate public education to all students with disabilities
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ages 3- 21, inclusive, residing within the jurisdiction of the school system. The plan for implementation
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of appropriate instruction and special education services shall be in accordance with the current Rules,
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Regulations, and Minimum Standards of the State Board of Education, and state² and federal³ law.
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The Board shall develop and periodically update a local plan for providing special education services
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for students with disabilities. Specifically, the Board assures that:
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1. All students with disabilities living within the school system have available to them a free,
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appropriate public education which emphasizes special education and related services to meet
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their unique needs; and
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2. The rights of students with disabilities and their parents are protected.
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The plan shall aim toward meeting the following objectives:
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1. To carry out a comprehensive screening and assessment plan emphasizing the early
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identification and evaluation of students with disabilities.
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2. To use the Individual Educational Program (IEP-Team) for reviewing assessment, formulating
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programming, and determining placement for every student with a disability, including review
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of proposed suspensions when appropriate, in accordance with the State Board of Education
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Rules, Regulations, and Minimum Standards;
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3. To ensure that placements are made which educate students with disabilities with non-students
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with disabilities to the maximum extent appropriate in the schools these children would
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normally attend if they did not have a disability and with age-appropriate peers;
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4. To provide each student with a disability with an individual educational program (IEP)
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specifically designed to meet his unique needs;
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5. To provide continuing evaluation of each student with a disability's progress, including at least
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annual review of his IEP and complete re-evaluation at least every three (3) years;
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6. To ensure that procedural safeguards required by state and federal laws are adhered to; and
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7. To involve parents of students with disabilities in a meaningful dialogue with school personnel
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which will begin with initial referral and continue throughout the student's educational career.
Version Date: June 5, 2024
Special Education
4.202
Legal References
Cross References
1.
TRR/MS 0520-01-09
Compulsory Attendance Ages 6.201
2.
TCA 49-10-101
Alternative Education 6.319
3.
20 USCA §§ 1400-1482; 29 USCA § 794; 34 CFR §
Student Communicable Diseases 6.403
300.504
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome 6.404
Special Education Students 6.500
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Hickman County Board of Education
Descriptor Code:
Issued Date:
Descriptor Term:
4.204
07/08/24
Summer Instructional Programs
Rescinds:
Issued:
4.204
08/07/23
1
General
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The following programs will be made available to students: 1,2
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1. Traditional summer school;
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2. Learning loss bridge camps;
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3. After-school learning mini camps (2021-2023); and
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4. Summer learning camps (2021-2023).
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These programs shall be organized and operated in accordance with state law as well as guidelines
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provided by the Tennessee Department of Education. Funding for all programming shall be provided
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for in the annual budget and take into account any available grants. The Board may adopt tuition rates
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for those students attending a traditional summer school program.³
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SUMMER PROGRAMMING²
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The Director of Schools shall present a recommended summer programming plan to the Board each
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year, no later than the regularly scheduled May meeting, outlining the following:
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1. Courses offered;
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2. Transportation;
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3. Class size ratios;
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4. Budget, including staff compensation;
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5. School nutrition needs;
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6. Staffing;
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7. Enrollment criteria; and
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8. Any additional necessary information.
Summer Instructional Programs
4.204
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ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS²
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Priority students, as defined by state law, shall not be required to attend summer programs.
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Local attendance requirements are listed in the administrative procedures.
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The Director of Schools shall be responsible for developing administrative procedures regarding the
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attendance requirements of priority students in each program.
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THIRD GRADE PROMOTION/RETENTION LAW & MAKE UP DAYS4
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Students who are required to attend summer programming in order to be promoted to fourth grade shall
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attend with a ninety percent (90%) attendance rate. Students shall attend fourteen and one half (14.5)
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days out of the sixteen (16) days required for summer school attendance. If more days are missed,
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students may make up a total of 1.5 days within two weeks. Missed days will be documented, and
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options for make-up days will be provided by the summer programming committee.
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Parents shall be provided information on the summer program attendance policy by written and verbal
13
communication.
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The Director of Schools/designee shall develop administrative procedures regarding the documentation
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of student attendance including make-up days and the administration of the post-test for students who
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participate in summer programming.
Legal References
Cross References
1. TRR/MS 0520-01-03-.03(8): TCA 49-6-1502. 1503
Extended Contracts 5.112
2. TCA 49-6-1504
3.
TCA 49-6-3003
4.
State Board of Education Policy 3.300
Hickman County Board of Education
Descriptor Code:
Issued Date:
Descriptor Term:
4.205
07/08/24
Enrollment in
Rescinds:
Issued:
Advanced Courses
4.205
05/02/22
1
General
2
Students in grades seven through twelve (7-12) may enroll in available advanced courses including, but
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not limited to, advanced English language arts, mathematics, or science courses. 1
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To enroll in these courses, students shall meet the following standards:
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1. Honors Courses: grades and TCAP/EOC scores
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2. Dual Credit Courses: grades and TCAP/EOC scores
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3. Industry Certification-Aligned Courses: grades and TCAP/EOC scores
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4. Dual Enrollment: grades and TCAP/EOC scores
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5. Advanced Placement: grades and TCAP/EOC scores
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6. Cambridge International: grades and TCAP/EOC scores
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7. College Level Exam Program: grades and TCAP/EOC scores
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8. International Baccalaureate: grades and TCAP/EOC scores
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The principal of each school shall have the authority to require additional criteria for the
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enrollment in advanced courses to fit the needs of the students within the school.
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NOTIFICATION
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Parent(s)/guardian(s) shall be provided written notification of a student's eligibility to enroll in
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advanced courses. The notification shall state that a student will remain enrolled in the course unless
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the parent/guardian timely submits a written request for removal. The Director of Schools shall
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determine the deadline to submit the request for removal.
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Students may also be removed from an advanced course if the student's teacher determines that the
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student should be removed based on performance after thirty (30) days of instruction and the principal
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approves the request to remove the student.
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COLLEGE LEVEL COURSES²
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Students may earn credit by enrolling in a postsecondary institution and taking college level courses.
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Students who take and pass dual enrollment courses at a postsecondary institution shall have their
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postsecondary credits accepted for high school credit as a substitution for an aligned graduation
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requirement course.
Version Date: July 15, 2024
Enrollment in Advanced Courses
4.205
1
These courses may be offered at the high school, postsecondary institution, or online. If not offered on
2
the high school campus, the Board shall not be responsible for transportation. Any tuition or fees due to
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enrollment in college level courses are the responsibility of the parent(s)/guardian(s).
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Grades earned in such college level courses shall be used to determine class rank, grade point average,
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and class valedictorian or salutatorian.
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DUAL ENROLLMENT
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Students may earn credit by enrolling in a postsecondary institution and taking college level courses.
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Students who take and pass dual enrollment courses at a postsecondary institution shall have their
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postsecondary credits accepted for high school credit as a substitution for an aligned graduation
10
requirement course.³
Legal References
1.
TCA 49-6-1012; State Board of Education
Policy 3.301
2. TRR/MS 0520-01-03-.03(8)
3. TRR/MS 0520-01-03-.03(4)(c)
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Hickman County Board of Education
Descriptor Term:
Descriptor Code:
Issued Date:
4.206
07/08/24
Homebound Instruction
Rescinds:
Issued:
4.206
05/02/22
1
The homebound instruction program is for students who because of a medical condition are unable to
2
attend the regular instructional program. 1 The homebound instruction program shall consist of three (3)
3
hours of instruction per week for a period of time determined, on a case-by-case basis, by the district.
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To qualify for this program, a student shall have a medical condition that will require the student to be
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absent for a minimum of ten (10) consecutive instructional days, or for an aggregate of at least ten (10)
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instructional days for a student who has a chronic medical condition. The student shall be certified by
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his/her treating physician as having a medical condition that prevents him/her from attending regular
8
classes. The services provided to the homebound student shall reflect the student's capabilities and be
9
determined by the homebound instructor, after consultation with appropriate professional staff of the
10
student's assigned school.
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Recertification shall be obtained after the expiration of each period of homebound instruction if the
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student's physician certifies, in writing, that the student has a medical condition that prevents him/her
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from returning to the regular instructional program.
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COVID-19 QUARANTINE
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Students on homebound instruction who are temporarily quarantined due to a positive COVID-19 test
16
result or possible exposure to COVID-19 may participate in remote instruction during the period of
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quarantine only.
Legal References
Cross References
1. TCA 49-10-1101; TRR/MS 0520-01-02-.10
Alternative Credit Options 4.209
Virtual Education Program 4.212
Student Communicable Diseases 6.403
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome 6.404
Version Date: July 15, 2024
Hickman County Board of Education
Descriptor Code:
Issued Date:
Descriptor Term:
4.207
07/08/24
English Learners
Rescinds:
Issued:
4.207
05/02/22
1
If the inability to speak and understand the English language excludes a student from effective
2
participation in the educational programs offered by the district, the district shall take reasonable actions
3
to provide the student equal access to its programs. Students who are English learners ("EL") shall be
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identified, assessed, and provided appropriate services. No child shall be admitted to or excluded from
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any program or extra-curricular activity based on the student's surname or EL status.
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The director of schools shall evaluate the effectiveness of the district's language assistance programs to
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ensure EL students will acquire English proficiency and the ability to participate in the standard
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instructional program within a reasonable period of time.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION PROGRAM
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The board directs the administration to develop and implement language instruction programs that: 2
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1. Appropriately identify EL students in a timely, valid, and reliable manner.
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2. Determine the appropriate instructional environment for EL students.
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3. Provide EL students with a language assistance program that is educationally sound and proven
14
successful.
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4. Annually assess the English proficiency of EL students and monitor the progress of students in
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order to determine their readiness for standard instructional program.
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5. Monitor the progress of students that have exited the EL program.
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PARENTAL NOTIFICATION³
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Parents of EL students shall be given notice of, and information regarding, the instructional program
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within the first thirty (30) days of the school year, or within the first two weeks of a student being placed
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in a language instruction educational program (LIEP). At a minimum, the notice will include the
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following:3
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1. The reason for identifying the child as an EL student;
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2. The child's level of English language proficiency, including how the level was assessed, and the
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status of the child's academic achievement;
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3. Methods of instruction used in the program, methods of instruction in other available programs,
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and how they differ;
Version Date: July 15, 2024
English Learners
4.207
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4. How the program meets the educational strengths and needs of the student, and how the program
2
will help the student reach English language proficiency and meet academic standards;
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5. Program exit requirements, rate of transition to a standard instructional program classroom, and
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expected rate of high school graduation;
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6. How the program meets the goals of an EL student with an IEP; and
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7. Information on the parents' right to withdraw the student from the program or choose another
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program or method of instruction if available.
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Parental involvement will be encouraged and parents will be regularly apprised of their child's progress. 4
Legal References
Cross References
1.
Elementary and Secondary Education Act, as
Parent and Family Engagement 4.502
amended by ESSA (Pub. L. 114-95). $
1112(e)(3)(D): TRR/MS 0520-01-19
2. Elementary and Secondary Education Act, as
amended by ESSA (Pub. L. 114-95), §
3113(b)(3)(B); TRR/MS 0520-01-19
3. Elementary and Secondary Education Act as
amended by ESSA (Pub. L. 114-95). §
1112(e)(3)(A); TRR/MS 0520-01-19
4. Elementary and Secondary Education Act, as
amended by ESSA (Pub. L. 114-95), $
1112(e)(3)(C); TRR/MS 0520-01-19
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Hickman County Board of Education
Descriptor Term:
Descriptor Code:
Issued Date:
4.208
07/08/24
Adult Education Program
Rescinds:
Issued:
4.208
05/02/22
1
An Adult Education Program shall be provided to enable students and out-of-school youth who are
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seventeen (17) years of age and over to meet high school graduation requirements and receive a high
3
school diploma.¹
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The director of schools shall appoint a member of the staff to coordinate, plan and develop the
5 program.
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Written parental permission and the approval of the coordinator is required for those students under 18
7
years of age.
Legal References
Cross References
1. TCA 49-6-409; TRR/MS 0520-01-02-.05; TRR/MS
Compulsory Attendance Ages 6.201
0520-01-02-06
Version Date: July 15, 2024
Hickman County Board of Education
Descriptor Code:
Issued Date:
Descriptor Term:
4.209
07/08/24
Alternative Credit Options
Rescinds:
Issued:
4.209
05/02/22
1
ONLINE COURSES
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High school students may earn credit to be applied toward graduation requirements by completing online
3
courses offered through agencies or institutions approved by the Board. Credit from these online courses
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may be earned only in the following circumstances:
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1. The course is not offered at the high school, or although the course is offered at the high school,
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the student has an unavoidable scheduling conflict;
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2. The course will serve as a supplement to homebound instruction;
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3. The student had been served by a recognized home school during the 2018 - 2019 school year
9
and has re-enrolled in the local education agency;
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4. The student has been expelled from a regular school setting, but educational services are to be
11
continued; or
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5. The principal, with agreement from the student's teachers and parent(s)/guardian(s), determines
13
the student requires a differentiated or accelerated learning environment.
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The express approval of the principal/designee shall be obtained before a student enrolls in an online
15
course. Enrollment in approved online courses will be considered on a case by case basis by the principal
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and teachers. The school shall receive an official record of the final grade before credit toward graduation
17
will be recognized.
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Through a supervision plan, the school shall be responsible for providing appropriate supervision and
19
monitoring of students taking online courses.
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COURSE ACCESS PROGRAM
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Students in grades seven through twelve (7-12) may participate in the statewide course access
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program. To become eligible to participate, students shall:
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1. Meet all prerequisite requirements for the course access course; and
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2. Be unable to enroll in a comparable course at the student's school because:
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a. A comparable course is not offered; or
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b. A legitimate situation exists that prevents the student from enrolling in a comparable
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course.¹
Version Date: July 15, 2024
Alternative Credit Options
4.209
1
The Director of Schools shall develop administrative procedures to ensure that students and
2
parent(s)/guardian(s) are given written notice of their right to appeal any denial of a course access
3
course enrollment in a timely manner. 2 All appeals shall be submitted in writing to the Board within
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ten (10) days of a denial.
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After a timely appeal is made, the Board will provide written notification to the student and
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parent(s)/guardian(s) of the time, place, and date of the hearing. The hearing shall be held no later than
7
ten (10) days after the appeal is submitted. At the hearing, the Board shall determine whether there was
8
an error in denying the student the ability to participate in the course access program. 3
Legal References
Cross References
1. TRR/MS 0520-01-14-03(1)
Homebound Instruction 4.206
2. TRR/MS 0520-01-14-.03(7)
Grading System 4.600
3. TRR/MS 0520-01-14-.03(6)
Graduation Requirements 4605
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Hickman County Board of Education
Descriptor Code:
Issued Date:
Descriptor Term:
4.210
07/08/24
Credit Recovery
Rescinds:
Issued:
4.210
11/07/22
1
GENERAL¹
2
The director of schools shall ensure that credit recovery facilitators receive training regarding course
3
organization, online instruction management and related technology.
4
Credit recovery teachers shall comply with all State Board of Education certification requirements.¹
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ADMISSION AND REMOVAL²
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No student shall be admitted to or otherwise enrolled in credit recovery courses unless:
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1. The student's parent/guardian gives written consent for the student to enroll in the proposed
8
credit recovery course. Parents/guardians should be informed that not all postsecondary
9
institutions will accept credit recovery courses for credit and that the NCAA Clearinghouse will
10
not accept credit recovery courses for credit; and
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2. The student has previously taken an initial, non-credit recovery section of the proposed course
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and received a grade of at least fifty percent (50%). Students who receive a grade of below fifty
14
percent (50%) in the non-credit recovery section of the course must re-take the course.
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If a student is seeking to recover credit for the first semester of a two-semester course, the student may
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not receive the full credit for the course until he/she has enrolled in and passed the second semester of
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the course and taken any applicable End of Course examinations.
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The board shall track students enrolled in credit recovery courses as directed by the Tennessee
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Department of Education.
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INSTRUCTION AND CONTENT²
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Credit recovery teachers shall work closely with credit recovery facilitators to correlate class content
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and instruction.
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The director of schools shall ensure that all credit recovery courses:
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1. Align with Tennessee's current academic standards for the relevant course content area, as
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approved by the State Board of Education; and
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2. Differentiate instruction to address individual student growth needs based on diagnostic
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assessment or End of Course data.
Version Date: July 15, 2024
Credit Recovery
4.210
1
Students in credit recovery programs shall:
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1. Complete a course skill-specific diagnostic to determine skill-specific goals;
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2. Meet individual skill-specific goals in a flexible time frame as established by identified student
5
need; and
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3. Master all individualized skill-specific goals as established by the diagnostic process in order to
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earn credit.
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GRADES²
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Students passing credit recovery shall receive a grade of sixty percent (60%) under the state uniform
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grading system. If the district utilizes a locally-adopted grading scale that differs from the uniform
12
grading scale, a student passing credit recovery shall receive a D.³
Legal References
Cross References
1.
State Board of Education Policy 2.103; TRR/MS
Virtual Education Program 4.212
0520-01-03-.03(12)
Grading System 4.600
2.
State Board of Education Policy 2.103
Promotion and Retention 4.603
3.
State Board of Education Policy 3.301
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Hickman County Board of Education
Descriptor Term:
Descriptor Code:
Issued Date:
4.211
07/08/24
Work Based Learning Program
Rescinds:
Issued:
4.211
05/02/22
1
Students shall have access to a system of structured work-based learning (WBL) experiences that allow
2
them to apply classroom theories to practical problems as well as explore career options.
3
The director of schools shall develop administrative procedures to govern the ef ficient administration
4
of the WBL program. Such procedures shall include, among other things, a process for evaluation and
5
assessment of the program to ensure that it is of high quality and meets the needs of students. 1
Legal References
Cross References
1. TRR/MS 0520-01-03-.03(10); State Board of
Insurance Management 3.600
Education Policy 2.103
Release During School Hours 6.208
Version Date: July 15, 2024
Hickman County Board of Education
Descriptor Term:
Descriptor Code:
Issued Date:
4.212
07/07/25
Virtual Education Program
Rescinds:
Issued:
4.212
07/08/24
1
General
2
The Hickman County virtual education program is a course or series of courses offered by a school
3
district to provide students a broader range of educational opportunities through the use of technology.
4
Utilizing this program is temporary and shall not replace a student's regular instructional program.¹
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Class size ratios for the virtual education program shall comply with the requirements as outlined in
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state law. 2
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Virtual education programs³ shall be made available to students for the following purposes:
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1. Academic remediation, enrichment, or providing students access to a wider range of courses;
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2. Continuity of educational service for students who are homebound;4
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3. Continuity of educational service for students who are quarantining;5 and
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4. Continuity of educational service for students enrolled in an alternative school;6
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5. Continuity of educational service when the district utilizes remote instruction due to dangerous
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or extreme weather conditions, a serious outbreak of illness affecting or endangering students
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or staff, or during the administration of end of course examinations or other examinations as
19
allowed per state law;⁷ or
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6. Continuity of educational service when the district utilizes hybrid instruction due to dangerous
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or extreme weather conditions, or an emergency, as determined by the Director of Schools. 8
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ELIGIBILITY AND PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS
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Students shall be eligible to utilize a virtual education program if participating in one of the above
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educational opportunities. The following factors shall also be taken into consideration when
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determining eligibility:
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1. Attendance;
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2. Grades; and
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3. Technology survey.
Version Date: July 11, 2025
Virtual Education Programs
4.212
1
ATTENDANCE
2
Student attendance in the virtual education program shall adhere to the general requirements of board
3
policy 6.200 and any relevant administrative procedures.
4
Methods of confirming student attendance shall include two or more of the following:
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1. Students participating in a phone call with a teacher, with parent/guardian support as
6
appropriate for the age of the student;
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2. Students participating in synchronous virtual instruction;
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3. Students completing work in a learning management system; or
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4. Students submitting work via hard-copy or virtual formats.
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REMOVAL FROM VIRTUAL EDUCATION PROGRAM
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A student may be removed from the virtual education program or denied future enrollment in a virtual
15
education program based on disciplinary issues, attendance issues, or poor academic performance.
16
Before a student is removed based on poor academic performance, the following interventions shall
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occur:
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1. Notification of parent/guardian;
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2. One-on-one assessment conducted by the principal/designee regarding any learning needs and
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academic performance; and
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3. One-on-one virtual support sessions with the student.
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ENROLLMENT AGREEMENT
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The Director of Schools shall work with the Board's attorney to draft an enrollment agreement for
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students from other school districts that want access to virtual education program courses.
Legal References
Cross References
1. TRR/MS 0520-01-03-.05(2)
Emergency Closings 1.8011
2. TCA 49-1-104(h); State Board of Education Policy
Homebound Instruction 4.206
3.206
Credit Recovery 4.210
3. TCA 49-16-101; TRR/MS 0520-01-03-.05(2)(a)
Alternative Education 6.319
4. TRR/MS 0520-01-02-.10; TRR/MS 0520-01-09-07
5. TRR/MS 0520-01-13-.01(1)(c)
6. TRR/MS 0520-01-02-.09; TCA 49-6-3402(i)
7.
TCA 49-6-3004(i)
8. Public Acts of 2025. Chapter No. 484
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Hickman County Board of Education
Descriptor Code:
Issued Date:
Descriptor Term:
4.214
08/05/24
Use of Artificial Intelligence
Rescinds:
Issued:
Programs
1
General
2
Artificial Intelligence (AI) programs as defined by state law may be used by staff and students in the
3
district.
1
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Only approved AI programs may be utilized in student instruction or in completing student work. The
5
Director of Schools shall develop a procedure for staff to submit additional programs for approval.
6
A District level team made up of technology and instructional staff is tasked with overseeing the
7
implementation of AI programs. These staff members will review artificial intelligence programs to
8
ensure compliance with district policies as well as state and federal student data privacy laws and
9
present recommendations to the Director of Schools for approval. Any approved programs shall be
10
accessible to all students.
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Employees shall not place personally identifiable information, financial information, intellectual
12
property, or other confidential information into an AI system.
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The Director of Schools shall incorporate training programs on AI into professional development for
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district staff. This training shall focus on responsible use of AI and best practices for use in school
15
settings and include instruction regarding personally identifiable information and the need to comply
16
with state and federal data privacy laws. Emphasis shall be placed on the importance of securing and
17
properly storing any data that is collected by the district in compliance with state and federal law.
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STAFF USE
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Staff may use AI in the completion of their own work. This may include, but not be limited to, drafting
20
communications, notes, images, and the development of content for instructional or administrative
21
purposes, as well as analyzing data and information. The following requirements shall be adhered to
22
when using AI in the completion of work:
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1. Employees shall disclose their use of a generative AI tool if failure to do so would:
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a. Violate the terms of the use of the AI tool;
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b. Would mislead a supervisor or others as to the nature of the work; or
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C. Would be inconsistent with the teacher code of ethic;.²
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Version Date: August 12, 2024
Use of Artificial Intelligence Programs
4.214
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2. Employees shall take all reasonable precautions to ensure the security of private student data
2
when utilizing AI programs;
3
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3. Outputs from AI programs shall be verified by reliable sources and reviewed prior to use in
5
order to reduce the risk of errors and inaccuracies;
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4. Outputs shall not be incorporated into proprietary content or works; and
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5. Adhere to the policies on the employee AUP
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STUDENT USE
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Teachers may allow students to use approved AI programs for instructional purposes. Any such use
13
shall align with approved instructional standards and curriculum. Prior to using AI, teachers shall
14
ensure students are provided with appropriate instruction on the responsible use of AI.
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ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
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Students shall be instructed on responsible use standards including but not limited to the following:
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1. Effective use of generative AI;
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2. When it is appropriate to use AI in assignments;
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3. How to determine whether AI responses are accurate;
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4. Users assume responsibility for incorporating AI content responsibly; and
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5. The difference between cheating and seeking support.
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NOTICE TO PARENTS
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The Director of Schools shall provide notice to parent(s)/guardian(s) about the use of AI programs in
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the district. An approved list of AI programs will be provided by posting them on the District website.
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REPORTING
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The Director of Schools shall submit a report to the Board of Education each June on how this policy
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will be enforced in the upcoming school year. The Board shall approve the report and the Director
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shall submit it to the Department of Education by July 1ˢᵗ.
Legal References
Cross References
1.
Public Acts of 2024, Chapter No. 550
Use of the Internet 4.406
2.
TCA 49-5-1001
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## Table 1

|  | Hickman County Board of | Education |  |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
|  | Descriptor Term: Special Education | Descriptor Code: 4.202 | Issued Date: 06/03/24 |
|  |  | Rescinds: 4.202 | Issued: 12/04/23 |

## Table 2

|  | Hickman County Board of | Education |  |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
|  | Descriptor Term: Summer Instructional Programs | Descriptor Code: 4.204 | Issued Date: 07/08/24 |
|  |  | Rescinds: 4.204 | Issued: 08/07/23 |

## Table 3

| 7 8 9 10 11 | Students who are required to attend summer programming in order to be promoted to fourth grade shall attend with a ninety percent (90%) attendance rate. Students shall attend fourteen and one half (14.5) days out of the sixteen (16) days required for summer school attendance. If more days are missed, students may make up a total of 1.5 days within two weeks. Missed days will be documented, and options for make-up days will be provided by the summer programming committee. |
| --- | --- |
| 12 13 | Parents shall be provided information on the summer program attendance policy by written and verbal communication. |
| 14 15 16 | The Director of Schools/designee shall develop administrative procedures regarding the documentation of student attendance including make-up days and the administration of the post-test for students who participate in summer programming. |

## Table 4

| Legal | References | Cross References |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1. | TRR/MS 0520-01-03-.03(8): TCA 49-6-1502. 1503 | Extended Contracts 5.112 |
| 2. | TCA 49-6-1504 |  |
| 3. | TCA 49-6-3003 |  |
| 4. | State Board of Education Policy 3.300 |  |

## Table 5

|  | Hickman County Board of | Education |  |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
|  | Descriptor Term: | Descriptor Code: 4.205 | Issued Date: 07/08/24 |
|  | Enrollment in Advanced Courses | Rescinds: 4.205 | Issued: 05/02/22 |

## Table 6

|  | Hickman County Board of | Education |  |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
|  | Descriptor Term: Homebound Instruction | Descriptor Code: 4.206 | Issued Date: 07/08/24 |
|  |  | Rescinds: 4.206 | Issued: 05/02/22 |

## Table 7

|  | Hickman County Board of | Education |  |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
|  | Descriptor Term: English Learners | Descriptor Code: 4.207 | Issued Date: 07/08/24 |
|  |  | Rescinds: 4.207 | Issued: 05/02/22 |

## Table 8

|  | Hickman County Board of | Education |  |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
|  | Descriptor Term: Adult Education Program | Descriptor Code: 4.208 | Issued Date: 07/08/24 |
|  |  | Rescinds: 4.208 | Issued: 05/02/22 |

## Table 9

|  | Hickman County Board of | Education |  |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
|  | Descriptor Term: Alternative Credit Options | Descriptor Code: 4.209 | Issued Date: 07/08/24 |
|  |  | Rescinds: 4.209 | Issued: 05/02/22 |

## Table 10

| Legal References | Cross References |
| --- | --- |
| 1. TRR/MS 0520-01-14-03(1) 2. TRR/MS 0520-01-14-.03(7) 3. TRR/MS 0520-01-14-.03(6) | Homebound Instruction 4.206 Grading System 4.600 Graduation Requirements 4605 |

## Table 11

|  | Hickman County Board of | Education |  |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
|  | Descriptor Term: | Descriptor Code: 4.210 | Issued Date: 07/08/24 |
|  | Credit Recovery | Rescinds: 4.210 | Issued: 11/07/22 |

## Table 12

|  | Legal References | Cross References |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1. | State Board of Education Policy 2.103; TRR/MS 0520-01-03-.03(12) | Virtual Education Program 4.212 Grading System 4.600 |
| 2. | State Board of Education Policy 2.103 | Promotion and Retention 4.603 |
| 3. | State Board of Education Policy 3.301 |  |

## Table 13

|  | Hickman County Board of | Education |  |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
|  | Descriptor Term: | Descriptor Code: 4.211 | Issued Date: 07/08/24 |
|  | Work Based Learning Program | Rescinds: 4.211 | Issued: 05/02/22 |

## Table 14

|  | Hickman County Board of | Education |  |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
|  | Descriptor Term: | Descriptor Code: 4.212 | Issued Date: 07/07/25 |
|  | Virtual Education Program | Rescinds: 4.212 | Issued: 07/08/24 |

## Table 15

|  | Legal References | Cross References |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1. | TRR/MS 0520-01-03-.05(2) | Emergency Closings 1.8011 |
| 2. | TCA 49-1-104(h); State Board of Education Policy 3.206 | Homebound Instruction 4.206 Credit Recovery 4.210 |
| 3. | TCA 49-16-101; TRR/MS 0520-01-03-.05(2)(a) | Alternative Education 6.319 |
| 4. | TRR/MS 0520-01-02-.10; TRR/MS 0520-01-09-07 |  |
| 5. | TRR/MS 0520-01-13-.01(1)(c) |  |
| 6. | TRR/MS 0520-01-02-.09; TCA 49-6-3402(i) |  |
| 7. | TCA 49-6-3004(i) |  |
| 8. | Public Acts of 2025. Chapter No. 484 |  |

## Table 16

|  | Hickman County Board of | Education |  |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
|  | Descriptor Term: | Descriptor Code: 4.214 | Issued Date: 08/05/24 |
|  | Use of Artificial Intelligence Programs | Rescinds: | Issued: |

## Table 17

| Legal References | Cross References |
| --- | --- |
| 1. Public Acts of 2024, Chapter No. 550 2. TCA 49-5-1001 | Use of the Internet 4.406 |