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Board narrows freshman English and social-studies levels to two-course model
Summary
After debate from teachers, parents and student leaders, the Greenwich Board of Education voted to consolidate three freshman-level course tracks into a two-course model for English and social studies; the board also directed the high school to choose course names and keep the courses unweighted.
The Greenwich Board of Education voted Monday to change the freshman course structure in English and social studies from three tracked levels to two. The motion passed 5–1–1 after public comment from students, teachers and the high school’s staff.
What happened: The action reduces the district’s 112/113/113A freshman-level structure to a two-course model (a standard and an accelerated/advanced option). The board’s motion specifies that the high school may rename the courses at its discretion; both courses will remain unweighted.
Why it matters: Teachers and…
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