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Board debates D‑ minus threshold for core diploma as part of graduation policy readings
Summary
Director Anderson questioned whether a D‑ minus minimum for credit on a newly adopted core diploma sets expectations too low; administrators said the core diploma meets state minimums and recommended the board may set higher local thresholds, with staff asked to research options.
During first‑reading consideration of multiple board policy updates on Oct. 6, Director Anderson raised concerns that allowing a D‑ minus as the minimum grade to earn credit for a “core diploma” could lower expectations for students.
“I just feel like there should be a little more expectations than a d minus for…
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