Section 4 AAC 06.415 - Student progression(a) If a student demonstrates a reading deficiency, the district shall follow the student progression requirements set out in AS 14.30.765(d) - (f).(b) A student may demonstrate mastery of reading standards sufficient to progress from grade three to grade four as provided in AS 14.30.765(e), including by submission of a complete reading portfolio. A complete reading portfolio must (1) be submitted by a classroom teacher on a department-provided reading portfolio form;(2) provide measurable evidence of proficiency on each English/Language Arts foundational skill grade standard through the student's current grade level, set out in Alaska English/Language Arts and Mathematics Standards, adopted by reference in 4 AAC 04.140.(c) Each school district shall make available a department waiver of non-progression form for a parent or guardian who elects to submit a waiver under AS 14.30.765(f). The parent or guardian shall submit to the school district a completed and signed waiver of non-progression request not later than 30 days after meeting with school and district staff as required in AS 14.30.765(f) or not later than the end of the school year, whichever is earlier.(d) Students may only have their progression delayed one time between kindergarten and grade three.Eff. 7/1/2023, Register 247, October 2023Authority:AS 14.07.020
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