Educators agree that all students must face tougher academic challenges in school today to be prepared for a work force more complex than ever before. The plans set a protocol for giving students the guidance and extra help they need to excel in tougher courses in school as they work towards an all-Regents curriculum in high school. All students at risk of not passing the state assessments in these areas, including the Regents exams at the high school, must be provided supplemental services. These services may range anywhere from monitoring a student to an extra pull-out class. Students attend the class during 9th period and are required to stay until at least one homework assignment is completed.
Supervisors are there to offer assistance.
Students may also bring in a pre-signed pass allowing them to visit a particular teacher for extra help completing their assignments. Students might forget to write their assignments down, or forget to bring the appropriate books home at night. This program helps students to learn to be more prepared. Athletic Study Hall Athletic Study Hall is designed specifically for athletes having a hard time with their academic studies. Operating in the same way as Steps to Success, students attend the class during 9th period.