A student under 18 may be withdrawn from school only by a parent. The school requests notice from the parent at least three days in advance so that records and documents may be prepared. Less than three days’ notice may result in forms being mailed. A withdrawal form may be obtained from the school office.
A student who is 18 years of age or older, who is married, or who has been declared by a court to be an emancipated minor, may withdraw without parental signature. In all cases, withdrawal forms must be appropriately completed and signed before withdrawal is complete.
The school may initiate withdrawal of a student for non-attendance if:
- the student has been absent ten consecutive school days and repeated efforts by the school to locate the student have been unsuccessful, or
- the student is 18 years of age or older has more than five unexcused absences in one semester.
Student safety on campus and at school-related events is a high priority of the school. Although the school has implemented safety procedures, the cooperation of students is essential to ensure school safety. A student should:
- avoid conduct that is likely to put the student or other students at risk;
- follow the behavioral standards in this Handbook, including the Student Code of Conduct, as well as any additional rules for behavior and safety set by the Campus Director, teachers, or school staff;
- remain alert to and promptly report to school staff safety hazards, such as intruders on campus and threats made by any person toward a student or school staff;
- know emergency evacuation routes and signals;
- immediately follow the instructions of school staff who are overseeing the welfare of students; and
- make anonymous reports about school safety concerns by contacting the Executive Director of Safety and Security, Steve Chaney, at (972) 316-3663 ext. 261; safety@responsiveed.com.