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Norton Science and Language Academy makes case for renewal, cites student growth; county staff report due Feb. 23
Summary
Petitioners and students presented academic data and program highlights during a public hearing on Norton Science and Language Academy’s renewal petition; county staff will publish findings by Feb. 23 and the board will act March 10.
Representatives, students and parents from Norton Science and Language Academy presented data and program highlights at a Feb. 10 public hearing before the San Bernardino County Board of Education as the charter sought renewal.
The charter’s petition was filed Dec. 16 and requests a renewal term; because Norton’s dashboard placed it in the “low-performing” category, the petition is being considered under the state’s requirements for low-performing schools. Counsel for the county explained that the board may grant a two-year renewal for a low-performing school only if it determines the charter has a sufficient written improvement plan and verified data showing progress.
“Norton submitted its renewal petition in December and is requesting a 2 year renewal term because Norton qualifies as a low performing school,” SBCSS staff told the board and audience,…
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