Senior Class Information

Senior in Good Standing Policy 

The following school policy represents the practice of the Tamalpais Union High School District and Archie Williams High School. Designed to support student accountability and success, the policy holds second-semester seniors to continued academic, attendance, and behavioral expectations consistent with District standards. Participation in the graduation ceremony and other senior activities is voluntary and considered a privilege. Under this policy, a student may qualify to earn a graduation diploma yet still be restricted from participation in the graduation ceremony and other senior activities.

Eligibility to participate in the graduation ceremony, prom, and other senior activities includes meeting all of the following expectations:

Meeting District and State Graduation Requirements

Seniors must meet all Tamalpais Union High School District graduation requirements. Students must pass all courses in which they are enrolled.

• Grades of “F” or Incomplete in any course may prevent a student from participating in the graduation ceremony and senior activities. An “F” in a course required for graduation (for example, English) means the student will not earn a diploma in June and will not participate in the graduation ceremony.

• Families should note that grades of “D” do not meet A–G requirements for college eligibility.

Attendance Expectations

Regular attendance is required to maintain Senior in Good Standing status.

• Students who have five (5) or more unexcused absences in any single class, or five (5) or more unexcused full-day absences during second semester, will lose Senior in Good Standing status and may be restricted from participation in the graduation ceremony and other senior activities.

• This attendance policy includes all scheduled classes, including Advisory and Tutorial periods.

Attendance Recovery and Removal of Off-Campus Privileges

Seniors who do not meet attendance expectations   will:  Lose Senior in Good Standing status, and Have off-campus privileges revoked until attendance deficiencies are addressed.  Students may regain good standing by participating   in the school’s Attendance Recovery Program, as space and   timelines permit.   Attendance Recovery is earned as follows: One (1) hour of recovery equals one (1) class period absence Four (4) hours of recovery equals one (1) full-day absence  Students must arrive on time to Attendance     Recovery sessions. Attendance Recovery schedules, locations, and   expectations will be communicated   directly to students.

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Behavioral Expectations

Seniors are expected to demonstrate appropriate behavior through the end of the school year.

• Suspensions or serious disciplinary incidents may result in loss of Senior in Good Standing status and restriction from senior activities, including graduation. This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Fighting

  • Harassment

  • Vandalism

  • Being under the influence at a school-sponsored event

  • Involvement in senior pranks

• Disciplinary consequences will be determined in accordance with District policies.

 

Senior Checkout and Outstanding Obligations:

To remain in good standing and receive a cap and gown, seniors must complete the End-of-Year Senior Checkout process, which includes:

• Returning all school materials (books, calculators, athletic uniforms, and other school-issued items)

• Paying or resolving any outstanding fees or obligations

• Completing the required Senior Checkout Form

Students will not receive their cap and gown until checkout requirements are fulfilled.

Detailed instructions, forms, and deadlines will be shared with students via school email in the spring. Students are expected to regularly check their email for important information.

 

Archie Williams Administration Team