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Board rejects honors sociology course after divided debate
Summary
After extended discussion and public comment, the Chambersburg Area School Board voted 6–2 to reject adding an honors-level sociology course tied to dual‑enrollment with Robert Morris University. Board members said they want a broader review of honors/AP/dual-enrollment offerings before approving new advanced courses.
The Chambersburg Area School Board on Tuesday rejected a proposal to add an honors-level sociology course tied to a dual‑enrollment agreement with Robert Morris University, voting 6–2 after more than an hour of board discussion and public comment.
Board President and motion sponsor Michael Walker moved to approve the curriculum map; Miss Harbaugh seconded. During debate board members asked for details on course oversight, minimum enrollment and costs. Several board members said they supported the academic content but opposed approving the course now without a district-wide review of honors, AP and dual-enrollment offerings.
The board heard that the curriculum would be offered as a…
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