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Beatrice High School to add Wednesday after‑school support and formalize Friday 'Freedom' levels
Summary
Beatrice High School principal presented two programs — a weekly Wednesday after‑school academic support (WASP) and a restructured Friday 'Freedom' program with three levels tied to GPA and behavior — that the board discussed, with members raising concerns about equity for students with lower grades.
Beatrice High School Principal Mister Ford, in his first board meeting as principal, outlined systematic changes intended to improve student outcomes: a Wednesday after‑school program called WASP for students with one or more failing grades, and a restructured Friday program (referred to as Freedom Friday) with three levels of privileges tied to academic performance and attendance.
"We have two that will align with the strategic goals," Ford said. He described WASP (Wednesday After School Program) as a weekly opportunity for academic intervention, enrichment and support for students who have one or more failing grades, running from 3:17 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Wednesdays (except early‑out days). Parents will be able to opt out for logistical…
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