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Brentwood lays out 'Graduation Plus' secondary plan, highlights gains in tests and CTE expansion
Summary
Assistant Superintendent Matthew Gangler presented the secondary budget framework 'Graduation Plus,' citing gains in ELA and math, expanded CTE pathways (Campus Fresh, DECA, agribusiness), increased dual‑enrollment and proposed staffing additions to sustain growth.
Assistant Superintendent Matthew Gangler presented the Brentwood Union Free School District's secondary budget and the district's "Graduation Plus" framework, framing it as a K–12 continuum that begins in kindergarten and emphasizes college and career readiness.
Gangler told the board the district is translating strategy into programs across middle and high schools, from middle‑level CTE requirements to expanded dual‑enrollment options. "Graduation Plus starts much earlier than cross the stage," he said, adding that the district is building systems to track career and technical education requirements and student progress.
The presentation included performance data Gangler said reflects district efforts. He reported district growth of about three percentage…
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