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ALTERNATIVES FOR GRADUATION

 Students are encouraged to remain in high school for a full four years and to participate in as many course offerings and activities as possible.  However, other options are available as indicated below, provided that all Kennebunk High School graduation requirements are met in time for graduation.

1.         Admission to a Post-Secondary School:

This alternative is available to students who are talented enough to receive admittance to a post-secondary institution while still in high school.  Courses taken at the post-secondary institution may be applied for college credits from that institution, and, if needed, for graduation credits at Kennebunk High School.

Students are responsible for their own college admission, expenses, and for providing Kennebunk High School with a transcript of all courses taken at the post-secondary school.  Students in this program will graduate with their class.  Student wishing to enter this program should consult with their guidance counselor as soon as possible.

2.         Early Leaving:

Students who have completed all graduation requirements by the end of the first semester of their senior year, may leave school at the end of January.  Students taking this option will not be eligible to participate in interscholastic athletics beginning on the first day of the second semester.  (See procedure below.*)

3.         Early Graduation:

Students who have completed all graduation requirements at the end of their junior year are entitled to a diploma and may graduate that June.  (See procedure below.*)

* Students seeking Early Leaving or Early Graduation must do the following:

Procedure

1.         Meet with their Guidance Counselor

2.         Fill out the appropriate forms with the Guidance Counselor

3.         Set up a conference with the Headmaster, Guidance Counselor, and parents.

NOTE: Parental approval is necessary for either program.

Reviewed:        12/8/97