High School Counseling Promotion & Retention Guidelines

The Promotion & Retention Support Guide is a practical resource designed to help high school counselors communicate promotion and retention decisions clearly and consistently with students and families. This customizable document outlines common reasons a student may be retained, provides space to include district-specific promotion requirements, and highlights key intervention strategies such as summer school, credit recovery, course re-looping, and potential mid-year promotion opportunities. By offering clear next steps and support pathways, this guide helps counselors foster productive conversations, connect families with available resources, and keep students focused on achieving their graduation goals.