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SFUSD Board Renews City Arts and Tech Charter Despite Concerns Over Suspension Rates
Summary
The San Francisco Unified School District Board voted to renew the City Arts and Tech High School charter after extended public testimony from students, parents and staff and a lengthy Q&A about discipline. Board members pressed the operator on high suspension data and counseling-out claims; Envision and school leaders denied coercion and promised reductions.
The San Francisco Unified School District Board on March 22 granted a five-year renewal of the City Arts and Tech (CAT) High School charter after extensive public testimony from students, staff and parents and a focused review of discipline practices. The vote carried on roll call; the board recorded six votes in favor and one opposed.
Principal Brianna Wynn, who identified herself as CAT’s principal, told the board the school had been operating for 12 years and emphasized student outcomes, including a 95 percent graduation rate for the senior class and high college acceptance rates. Students, alumni and parents described hands-on instruction, portfolio defenses and internships as…
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