The credit flexibility initiative is part of a statewide effort to increase learning and engagement and help students graduate ready for success in college and careers.
In addition to earning credit by successfully completing traditional courses, the credit flexibility program provides new options for students including:
• Earning credit by demonstrating mastery of the essential content of a traditional course by “testing out,” presenting a portfolio documenting mastery, or a combination of these. If choosing this option, students need to test-out the quarter before the course is offered.
• Successfully completing a mentorship, internship, educational travel, or service learning program aligned to the academic curriculum.
• Successfully completing an online course or academic summer or after-school program aligned to the school curriculum.
• Successfully combining any of the options above as well as units of traditional courses.
Credit flexibility is another example of how our district is working to prepare students for the 21st Century by striving to address their unique needs and talents.
---from Credit Flexibility: A Guide for Students and Families