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MCPS lays out six‑region high‑school program plan and linked boundary study, says phased rollout will begin with 9th grade cohorts
Summary
MCPS staff presented a coordinated boundary study and secondary program analysis proposing a six‑region model of criteria‑based and interest‑based high‑school pathways intended to expand access and reduce 2,000+ students on waitlists; staff outlined implementation timelines, community engagement and minimum seat estimates for pathways.
Montgomery County Public Schools presented a combined update on boundary studies and a countywide secondary program analysis on Nov. 20, proposing a six‑region model for high‑school pathways designed to expand access to specialized programs and reduce long program wait lists.
Superintendent Doctor Taylor told the board the work is deliberate because programs and boundaries are interdependent: program seat placements affect school capacity and therefore attendance boundaries. "Being ready is not a feeling. It's a decision," Taylor said, urging the board to weigh urgency against careful implementation.
What staff proposed: Program staff…
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