Evaluation of applications

Each application for a waiver will be evaluated using the following criteria: 1. Whether the application seeks a waiver of an accreditation standard required by state statute other than North Dakota Century Code section 15.1-06-08.1. If so, the waiver cannot be granted. 2. Whether a likely result of the waiver will be to: a. Encourage innovation. Under this criterion, the superintendent will consider: (1) Educational trends relevant to the proposed waiver; (2) Research relevant to the proposed waiver; and (3) The likelihood that instructional staff will develop and use innovative means of instruction; b. Improve educational opportunities for students. Under this criterion, the superintendent will consider: (1) Existing educational opportunities available to students; and (2) Educational opportunities available to students if the waiver is granted; or c. Enhance the academic opportunities of the students attending the school. Under this criterion, the superintendent will consider: (1) Existing academic opportunities available to students; and (2) Academic opportunities available to students if the waiver is granted.