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Career Readiness Academy reports rising graduation rates and individualized model at school board meeting
Summary
Career Readiness Academy administrators and students described a small, individualized alternative program that uses MTSS, Edmentum coursework, career connected learning and social‑emotional supports. The presentation highlighted graduation increases and strategies used to improve credit attainment.
Career Readiness Academy (CRA) leaders and students presented to the Harrison School District 2 board May 15, describing a small alternative campus model that leaders credited with rising graduation totals and measurable credit recovery for juniors and seniors.
Coach Terry Dunn introduced students and staff from the middle and high school programs and outlined CRA’s mission to provide alternative education pathways “that equip students with the knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviors needed to succeed in college, careers and life.” Presenters described a small enrollment (the presentation cited 32 middle‑school students and 45 high‑school graduates this year) and emphasized individualized…
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