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Eighth Grade Eligibility

If parents or students have questions about the eligibility requirements, they should talk to the student's counselor well before an upcoming activity. Don't wait -- know your eligibility.

Eligibility rules
Category Eligibility for 8th Grade Activities Eligibility for Culmination Participation 
Academics A grade of F makes a student automatically ineligible.

No more than two U's.

A minimum of 50 credits earned.

Cooperation No more than two U's. No more than two U's.
Work Habits No more than two U's. N more than two U's.
Behavior Adherence to the Code of Conduct. Adherence to the Code of Conduct.
Attendance  

No more than 10 unexcused or uncleared absences.

Uncleared absences can be cleared through the Student Services office via email, physical absence note, or in person visit.

Misconduct If a student is suspended or sent to the Dean's Office for misconduct before any eighth grade activity, the student may become ineligible as determined by administration or the Eighth Grade Coordinator. If a student is suspended or sent to the Dean's Office for misconduct before culmination or during culmination rehearsals, the student may become ineligible as determined by administration and the Eighth Grade Coordinator.