Instruction Procedure 2150P: Co-Curricular Programs

The co-curricular program as defined consists of:

1. Activities that are curriculum-related and have been approved as part of the associated student body program; and
2. Curriculum-related activities that are not part of the associated student body program and which satisfy the conditions and criteria established in policy #2150.

Activities which operate as an approved associated student body program must have met all conditions as specified in the ASB Constitution, and must be curriculum related. The school principal shall be responsible for assigning a staff member(s) to supervise all such approved programs.

When an activity does not satisfy the ASB program conditions or ASB status would not be necessary or beneficial, interested students and a proposed staff member-sponsor may seek approval and recognition as a curriculum-related activity from the school principal. Each approved group shall operate under the guidelines set forth by the principal, including, but not limited to, objectives, membership, supervision, proposed activities, and funding.

In order to be curriculum related an activity must meet at least one of the following criteria:

1. The subject matter of the activity is actually taught or will soon be taught in a regularly offered course;
2. The subject matter of the activity concerns the body of courses as a whole;
3. Participation in the activity is requiring for a particular course; or
4. Participation in the activity results in academic credit.

Recognized curriculum-related groups shall have use of school facilities and equipment under terms set forth by the school principal. Groups that are not recognized as a part of the co-curricular program may apply for use of school facilities under conditions set forth in Policy 4330, Use of School Facilities.

When organizations involving boys and/or girls of student age wish to announce and/or promote a forthcoming activity through the school (bulletin board, etc.) the organization shall describe its plans to the superintendent prior to any announcement. Ticket sales and other promotional activities may be permitted at the school, subject to the approval and conditions set forth by the district (see Policy 3222: Distribution of Materials). This cooperation shall in no way require the classroom teacher to supervise or assist with the activity, carry no direct or implied endorsement, shall not disrupt classroom instruction, and shall involve the principal only to the extent that he/she approves, denies or modifies any proposed promotional activity. Such advertising promotion and ticket sales for independent activities shall carry a statement indicating the sponsor of the activity. Should the non-school group wish to hold these activities on campus, appropriate rental arrangements may be made through Policy 4330: Use of School Facilities.

ADOPTED: September 12, 1985
REVISED: March 24, 1997
REVISED: March 25, 2002
REVISED: November 22, 2004