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Board hears 2026–27 middle‑level course plan aimed at smoother grade transitions
Summary
Assistant superintendent Dr. Jason Harris briefed the board on middle‑level (grades 6–8) course offerings and registration for 2026–27, highlighting core tracks, new elective rotations (including theater), honors distinction options and supports for transitions and students with IEPs.
Dr. Jason Harris, assistant superintendent of secondary education, laid out the district's vision for middle‑level instruction for 2026–27, stressing exposure to multiple interests and intentional transition supports.
Harris said all sixth‑grade students will take advisory and core courses (math 6, language arts 6, earth science and Minnesota studies) with options to test into advanced math (pre‑algebra) or advanced language arts. Elective rotations will continue to include CTE, art and life skills,…
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