Administrative Regulation

AR 6164.2

Instruction

Guidance/Counseling Services

In exploring the possibility of careers and courses leading to such careers, counseling staff shall not differentiate career, vocational, or higher education opportunities on the basis of the gender of the student counseled. (Education Code 40)

(cf. 0410 - Nondiscrimination in District Programs and Activities)

Beginning with the seventh grade, parents/guardians shall be notified at least once before career counseling and course selection so that they may participate in the counseling sessions and decisions. (Education Code 40)

(cf. 5145.6 - Parental Notifications)

Specialized Program for 10th Grade

The district shall provide counseling for students in 10th grade, concerning options available during the last two years of high school.

After reviewing individual students' academic and deportment records, counselors shall meet with each student to explain their record, the educational options available to them, the academic progress required for graduation from high school, and the effect of such academic work upon their options for higher education and employment. Options discussed shall include regional occupational centers and programs, continuation schools, academic programs, and any other alternatives available to students. When feasible, the student's parents/guardians shall attend this meeting. (Education Code 48431.6)

Students identified as having difficulty meeting high school graduation requirements have first priority to these counseling services. (Education Code 48431.6)

Regulation PALOS VERDES PENINSULA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

approved: March 8, 2001 Palos Verdes Estates, California