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West Aurora previews 2026'127 course-guide changes: algebra extended, applied music and middle-school rotations
Summary
District curriculum staff presented proposed deletions, description changes and three new courses for the 2026'127 school year, including an "algebra extended" block for targeted freshmen, an applied-music independent-study course and a second middle-school exploratory rotation.
District curriculum staff on Sept. 15 previewed proposed changes to the secondary course guide for the 2026'127 school year, including course deletions, revised prerequisites and three new course proposals. The proposals, presented by Liz Wendell, executive director of curriculum and instruction, include deleting two legacy introductory art courses, removing an unnecessary duplicate sophomore physical-education listing, and adding Algebra Extended, Applied Music and a second middle-school exploratory rotation. Why it matters: The changes are intended to shorten prerequisite paths into higher-level fine-arts courses, provide targeted math support for some ninth graders and offer more specialized music and exploratory options for middle and high school students. Key proposals and details - Course deletions: Wendell…
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