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San Francisco school board adopts A–G high‑school graduation policy after debate over waivers and swimming test
Summary
The San Francisco Unified School District on June 8 adopted a revised graduation policy requiring the A–G course sequence beginning with the class of 2014, after public comment and board debate over waivers, elective-credit language and a swimming proficiency requirement. The board approved the policy by recorded vote.
The San Francisco Unified School District board on June 8 voted to adopt a revised high‑school graduation policy that requires students to complete the University of California/California State University A–G course sequence beginning with the class of 2014.
The policy, presented by district staff member Mister Sanderson, also outlines exceptions and an administrative regulation implementing a waiver process that requires parental involvement and counseling. Sanderson said the change was recommended by a task force overseeing A–G implementation and that the district would adopt administrative regulations so families and counselors work through waiver decisions together.
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