A. Students to reach any of the levels named should take honors courses in the earliest year possible. Course planning should begin as a student enters the eighth grade. Students and parents are encouraged to consult with school counselors and to attend any orientation meetings provided that address this topic.

B. The student with the highest grade point average in each high school shall be named valedictorian. The student with the second highest grade point average shall be named salutatorian. The grade point average for these two shall not be limited to the hundredth place. If there is a tie, tied receive the same honor. Other policies include:

1. All subjects in which a numerical grade is given, including algebra in grade 8 and foreign language in grades 7 and 8, are used in averaging.
2. If the same course is taken a second time, both grades shall show on the transcript and shall be counted toward the average.
3. Certain courses are specified by the district to receive additional grade points.
4. To be valedictorian or salutatorian, the student shall have attended high school for eight consecutive semesters (unless waived by the principal and approved by the superintendent) and shall have attended a district high school the two years prior to graduation.

C. An honor graduate shall have a grade point average of 3.50 and the average shall not be rounded up.

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