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Derby Board approves foreign-language adoption and three capital projects; several curriculum adoptions discussed
Summary
At its April 28 meeting the Derby Board of Education approved a foreign-language textbook adoption, two building-stabilization projects and a restroom remodel and approved routine business; the board heard extensive curriculum presentations and a district absenteeism update.
Derby, Kan. — The Derby Board of Education on April 28 approved a foreign-language curriculum adoption and signed off on two building-stabilization projects and a restroom remodel while discussing several other course adoptions and district reports.
Why it matters: The actions put new instructional materials and building work on multiyear purchase schedules and commit capital-outlay and textbook-fund dollars the district will spend over the next several years. Board members raised budget constraints and trade-offs as multiple large purchases were presented in the same fiscal period.
What the board approved: Among the formal approvals during the meeting were the foreign-language course adoption (7-year adoption), a guaranteed maximum price for a Tanglewood Elementary restroom remodel, and a stabilization project for Derby Hills Elementary. The board also approved routine business, enrollment fee schedules,…
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