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School committee approves 2025–26 family handbooks; high school adds WIN block, revised tardy policy and AI language
Summary
The committee approved handbooks for ECDC, elementary, middle and Franklin High and heard substantive changes at the high school that add a 30‑minute WIN (What I Need) block, a revamped MTSS‑aligned tardy intervention and language about artificial intelligence in academic‑dishonesty guidance.
The Franklin School Committee voted Aug. 26 to approve the 2025–26 family handbooks for the district’s ECDC, elementary, middle and high schools. The committee also heard three substantive high‑school changes officials described as the most consequential for students: a 30‑minute WIN block for personalized supports, a revised tardy policy grounded in the district’s MTSS framework, and added language on artificial intelligence in the academic‑dishonesty section.
Committee action: The committee approved the four handbooks in separate motions; votes were recorded as aye and each motion passed. The committee moved and seconded each handbook approval on the Aug. 26 agenda.
WIN block: Franklin…
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