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Board approves Program of Studies changes: new ag pathway, ELD courses and dual‑credit nursing option
Summary
The board approved changes to the 2026–27 Program of Studies that add courses including Agriculture 1 & 2, ELD-focused classes, video game design, fibers, a proposed Freshman Academy option for eighth graders and a dual‑credit nursing pathway in partnership with Graceland University and MCC Early College Academy.
The Independent Missouri School District board approved revisions to the 2026–27 Program of Studies after a presentation from district staff and students that highlighted new course offerings and postsecondary partnerships.
Dr. Maglinger and his team walked the board through a slate of classroom changes and additions that district leaders said grew from teacher, student and partner input. New or expanded offerings include English Language Development (ELD) and ELD essential literacy courses intended to strengthen foundational literacy and algebra concepts for English‑language learners; semester art course "Fibers"; social studies electives…
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