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Board approves revised graduation requirements; one trustee votes no over course reduction
Summary
The board approved the second reading of BP 6146.1 (high school graduation requirements) 4–1 after trustee Marks said she opposed removing a world religions course and cutting required units.
The Modesto City Schools board approved the second reading of proposed revisions to board policy BP 6146.1 (high‑school graduation requirements) on a 4–1 vote at its Jan. 21 meeting.
Trustee Cindy Marks said she voted against the revision at the first reading and again at the second reading because the change eliminated a world religions course option and reduced the number of required units for graduation. Marks asked that her 'no' vote be part of the public record.
Vice President Mejia moved approval; Trustee Brown seconded. The board chair called the question and the motion passed 4–1.
Board members did not change curriculum specifics at the meeting; questions about implementation and how alternative courses fit into scheduling were raised in subsequent agenda items.
