Mandatory vs. Optional: Some courses require mandatory attendance, such as labs, foreign language classes, and seminars. Excused Absences: Usually allowed for: Illness (with documentation) Religious observances Family emergencies Participation in approved field trips / events. Consequences of Excessive Absences: Grade penalties Automatic course failure in severe cases
Eligibility: Students may be allowed to repeat a course for: A low grade (e.g., D or F) Mastery of material Grade Replacement: Kid Stars Rising uses grade replacement, where the new grade replaces the old one in GPA calculation. Limitations: A cap on the number of repeated courses (e.g., 3–5 total) May not be allowed for courses already passed with a certain grade (e.g., C or better)
Common Violations: 1. Plagiarism 2. Cheating on exams 3. Unauthorized collaboration 4. Fabrication of data Consequences: Failing grade on the assignment or exam Failing grade in the course Disciplinary probation or suspension Permanent record of the offense Reporting & Appeals: Students typically have the right to appeal decisions
Grade Appeals: Usually, must be submitted within a set time (i.e., 30–60 days after grade posting) Requires valid grounds: miscalculation, unfair grading, procedural error Clerical Errors: Grades can be changed if there was a data entry or administrative error Final Grades: Once submitted and verified, final grades are typically permanent unless appealed through a formal process Transcript Notations: Repeated courses, withdrawals, or disciplinary actions may be noted
