1. (1) A candidate for the focused graduation pathway shall:

   1. (a) be at least 16 years of age;
   2. (b) be a junior or senior enrolled in high school;

   3. (c) be significantly behind in high school credits earned with:

      1. (i) at least 6 credits behind if a junior; or
      2. (ii) at least 3 credits behind if a senior;
   4. (d) demonstrate 9th grade reading level or higher on an assessment chosen by the LEA;
   5. (e) remain enrolled in a Utah k-12 school throughout the entirety of the pathway;

2. (2) A FGP candidate shall participate in a formal meeting with applicable school staff where:

   1. (a) the policies and procedures surrounding the FGP are explained and

   2. (b)(i) parental consent to participate in the FPG is provided; or

      1. (ii) student consent if the student is a verified unaccompanied minor;
3. (4) Consent to participate shall be voluntarily given.

KEY: focused graduation pathway, educational testing, student competency

Date of Last Change: February 7, 2025

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: Art X Sec 3; 53E-3-501(1)(b); 53E-3-401