If a student with an IEP doesn’t meet all graduation requirements by the end of 12th grade in California, can they stay in high school longer? They’re on a diploma track, not a certificate, so wondering what options are available.
Yep, they can stay in high school until they turn 22 if they’re still working toward a diploma. They don’t have to switch to any other program unless they want to.
Niall said:
Yep, they can stay in high school until they turn 22 if they’re still working toward a diploma. They don’t have to switch to any other program unless they want to.
That’s good to know! Wasn’t sure if they’d be forced into a different program if they didn’t finish on time.
Niall said:
Yep, they can stay in high school until they turn 22 if they’re still working toward a diploma. They don’t have to switch to any other program unless they want to.
Yeah, it’s common for students with IEPs to take longer if needed, as long as they’re on the diploma track.
If they’re on a diploma path, they shouldn’t need to switch to the life skills program. That’s usually for students on a certificate track.
Jaden said:
If they’re on a diploma path, they shouldn’t need to switch to the life skills program. That’s usually for students on a certificate track.
Makes sense. I was just worried the school would push them into that program even if it doesn’t fit their goals.
Jaden said:
If they’re on a diploma path, they shouldn’t need to switch to the life skills program. That’s usually for students on a certificate track.
No worries, they have a right to keep working on the diploma if that’s their track!
Have you checked if adult school might be an option? Not sure if they offer the same support, though.
Shaye said:
Have you checked if adult school might be an option? Not sure if they offer the same support, though.
Yeah, I was curious about that. I don’t think adult schools have special ed services, though.
Shaye said:
Have you checked if adult school might be an option? Not sure if they offer the same support, though.
True, adult schools aren’t usually set up for special ed support. Might be best to stick with high school if they need it.
In California, students with IEPs can stay in high school until they’re 22 if they’re still on the diploma track.
Dustin said:
In California, students with IEPs can stay in high school until they’re 22 if they’re still on the diploma track.
Thanks, that’s helpful! Just trying to understand what options they actually have.
Dustin said:
In California, students with IEPs can stay in high school until they’re 22 if they’re still on the diploma track.
Yeah, as long as they’re aiming for a diploma, they can keep going in high school.
Adult school can be an option, but without special ed teachers, it’s a bit tricky if they need more support.
Ash said:
Adult school can be an option, but without special ed teachers, it’s a bit tricky if they need more support.
Exactly, that’s my concern. I’ll keep that in mind as a last option if needed.
Ash said:
Adult school can be an option, but without special ed teachers, it’s a bit tricky if they need more support.
Makes sense! The regular high school setting might be better if they need more direct support.