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New Business and Reports to the Board |
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Subject:
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2017-2018 Program of Studies |
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ACPS 2025 Strategic Plan Goal:
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Objective 1.1
Educational Excellence ACPS will regularly assess and respond to the needs, interests, and abilities of individual students.
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File Attachment:
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Agenda Item Summary:
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February 6, 2016 marks the start of the enrollment process for secondary students for the 2017-18 school year. Students and their families are provided with a Program of Studies which provides information on graduation and school practices that support student learning. The Program of Studies also includes a comprehensive list of courses available to meet graduation requirements; provides opportunities to explore a wide-range of disciplines; and meets diverse student needs and interests. |
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Background:
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A committee of administrators and guidance staff from each secondary school, along with Curriculum & Instruction and Communications staff, worked to design and develop the proposed Program of Studies for the 2017-18 school year. The committee members worked with various departments in each school to solicit recommendations for course revisions, additions and deletions that incorporated trends in student interest and demand. |
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Recommendation
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The Superintendent recommends that the School Board approve the proposed 2017-18 Program of Studies. |
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Approvals:
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Dr. Gerald R. Mann, Jr. - Executive Director of Instructional Support |
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Signed By: |
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Alvin Crawley - Superintendent |
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