R277-705-4. Diplomas and Certificates of Completion  


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  •   (1) An LEA shall award diplomas and certificates of completion.

      (2) An LEA shall establish criteria for a student to earn a certificate of completion that may be awarded to a student who:

      (a) has completed the student's senior year;

      (b) is exiting or aging out of the school system; and

      (c) has not met all state or LEA requirements for a diploma.

      (3) A student with a disability served by a special education program shall satisfy high school completion or graduation criteria, consistent with state and federal law and the student's IEP.

      (4) An LEA may award a student a certificate of completion consistent with state and federal law and the student's IEP or Section 504 plan.