Westfield High – Independent Study
Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester
This course will support students in the development of knowledge and skills that foster postsecondary readiness. Students will engage in research and project-based learning of their own choosing with the support of the instructor. Students will be responsible for developing a plan with timelines, checkpoints, and criteria for evaluating their progress throughout the year, culminating in a capstone project and/or presentation. Students will need to submit both form IS-165, Request to Enroll in an Independent Study Course for Elective Credit, and IS-166, Academic Plan for Independent Study for Elective Credit, for approval prior to starting the course.
Grades: 11, 12
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