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Board delays student‑progression plan after teachers urge 50% makeup limit
Summary
After Madison County High School teachers sent an email urging the board to keep a 50% maximum grade for work made up after unexcused absences, the school board postponed final advertisement of the student progression plan and directed staff to collect additional teacher feedback.
MADISON — The Madison County School Board paused action on the district’s proposed student progression plan after a teacher petition and public commenters raised concerns about proposed changes to grading and promotion rules.
The issue centered on a provision that would allow students who complete makeup work after an unexcused absence to earn as much as 75% on the assignment. During public comment and board discussion, members read an email from Madison County High School teachers…
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