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Baldwin High School proposes AB block schedule, curriculum shifts and new 'fusion' program for 2025–26
Summary
High school administrators presented an AB A/B block schedule, moved to require AP Computer Science Principles, combined health and physical education into a yearlong course, expanded CTE credit recognition for Steel Center students and proposed a flexible 'fusion' program and freshman academy. Board will vote next month.
Baldwin High School administrators presented a multi-year plan to change the high school bell schedule and program of studies for the 2025–26 school year, asking the Board of Directors to consider final approval at next month's meeting. The proposal centers on an A/B block schedule with two extended (approximately 80-minute) blocks per day separated by a mid-day academic/resource time ("ART time") intended for remediation, clubs and project work.
The presentation said the AB block would keep students engaged across an entire academic year rather than compressing yearlong courses into single semesters. Administrators said research shows block schedules can improve GPA, reduce dropouts and allow deeper, project-based learning; they also cited potential benefits for AP and standardized exam performance.
As proposed, key program changes include: making AP Computer Science Principles the introductory computer science requirement (with a recommended…
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