Memphis-Shelby County Schools Promotion and Retention Policy 5013 states that for students in grades 1 – 5, promotion should be based on attainment of a grade of 70 or above in both Language Arts and Mathematics for all students.
In Grade 2, in addition to the general promotion standards required for all students in grades 1-5, to be promoted to the third grade, students in grade 2 must successfully achieve 8 of the 12 Success Criteria* prescribed in this document in addition to the general promotion standards.
*When appropriate, good cause exemptions may apply (e.g., extenuating circumstances, individual SPED/EL considerations).
Throughout the school year, your child will have several opportunities to demonstrate progress towards the 12 Success Criteria. Keeping parents and guardians informed is our top priority; therefore, you will receive ongoing communications regarding your child’s progress and support that is being provided.
“Reclaiming Success”
The district shall provide additional options for students who do not achieve 8 of the 12 Success Criteria to avoid retention by reclaiming criteria points through one of the following: