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Cascade schools introduce 'Next Steps' senior credit, new student supports and revived student paper

Cascade School District Board of Education · April 13, 2026
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Summary

District principals reported plans to implement a state-required higher-education and career pathway 'Next Steps' credit awarded by proficiency for seniors, the return of the student newspaper 'Cougar Lair', and a new 'Zen Den' for elementary students' social-emotional support.

Administrators at Cascade School District outlined program and student-support developments during the April 2 board meeting.

At Cascade High School, Principal Mr. Rasmussen described a state-required higher education and career pathway credit the district is calling "Next Steps." The credit will be awarded by proficiency: students complete tasks such as a resume, mock interview, a service project and other standards-based activities and are rated on a rubric from one…

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