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Enrollment in Scholar Studios surges; staff request expansion funding for supports
Summary
Division staff told the board they seek funding to sustain and expand Scholar Studios after student requests for 2025–26 reached 389 for rising ninth and tenth graders and total anticipated studio enrollment reached 601; staff requested dedicated EL and special education support to ensure accessibility.
Albemarle County Public Schools staff reported rising student interest in Scholar Studios and asked the board to include year‑one operational funding and additional student supports in the FY26 draft funding request.
Katina Dudley, science coordinator, and Megan Maynard, CTE coordinator, said requests for the 2025–26 year from rising ninth and tenth graders reached 389 and that total projected studio enrollment will be about 601…
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