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PPS says it met Division 22 instructional‑minutes targets this year; explains 80% rule and exemptions
Summary
Staff reported that Portland Public Schools met Division 22 instructional‑minutes requirements for 2024–25 after Cleveland fell short last year (79.4% under the 80% scheduling rule). District explained grade‑band hour targets, the 80% rule mechanics and currently used exemptions (18 hours for conferences).
Portland Public Schools staff told the Teaching, Learning and Enrollment Committee on Nov. 13 that the district is in compliance with Division 22 instructional‑minute requirements for the 2024–25 school year and summarized how those calculations are made.
Joanna Tobin, senior director for Instructional Excellence and Improvement, reminded the committee of the grade‑band minimums embedded in Division 22: 966 hours for grade 12, 990 hours for grades 9–11 and 900 hours for K–8. Tobin explained that the district’s methodology evaluates school schedules and the academic calendar and subtracts non‑instructional time such as passing time, recess and lunch when computing the…
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