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Board approves Strong Start immersion program and new Student Course Guide
Summary
The board approved Strong Start — a partial immersion program with ICC-aligned courses — and the 2025–26 Student Course Guide, which adds Art Portfolio and CEO Program. The board agreed to cover Strong Start costs and to weight Strong Start classes.
The board voted to approve the Strong Start program, a partial immersion pathway that aligns district courses with Illinois Central College offerings so students can earn transferable college credits. The minutes state the district will cover costs associated with Strong Start and Room Ready courses; Strong Start classes will be weighted while nonweighted grades will be used for academic eligibility.
Separately, the board approved the 2025–26 Student Course Guide, which adds Art Portfolio and a CEO Program to course offerings. Motion to approve the course guide was made by Bill and seconded by Baugh; both items passed in roll-call votes with one member absent. The minutes do not specify enrollment caps or detailed cost breakdowns for Strong Start.
