Vista Unified School District
9TH Grade Honors Course Waiver
Please check one: _____ VHS _____ RBVHS ____MVHS
I understand that I am electing to take_________________________________,
a class for which I have not adequately fulfilled the VUSD’s guidelines for placement.
Missing Criteria (completed by the counselor):
_______ Score of Proficient or Advanced (performance band 4 or 5) on 7th grade
ELA CST test
_______ Pattern of A’s and B’s in English and social science
_______ Pattern of A’s and B’s in English, science, and Algebra 1
_______ Recommendation from middle school teacher
_______ C or better in English for Foreign Language placement
_______ Reading performance band, grades, or recommendations are not
available
I further understand that if I change my mind after the school year begins and request to drop this class, IT MAY NOT BE POSSIBLE TO DO SO. I may be required to remain in the class for the entire semester due to scheduling constraints.
Please note: Classes dropped after the first six weeks of the semester or first grading period will result in a final withdrawal grade of “F.” No exceptions.
If enrolling in an honors class for the fall semester, I am fully aware that I am responsible for all applicable summer assignments. This assignment will not be waived.
______________________________ ____________ ______________________
Student Name (print) DOB Current Middle School
“I have read the above and agree with the outlined conditions.”
_______________________________________ _________________________________________
Student Signature Date Parent Signature Date
Please sign and return this form to your middle school counselor as soon as possible.