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Board OKs Microsoft Office/Google Workspace and Keyboarding as middle‑school elective for 2026–27
Summary
The Salina Board of Education approved classifying Microsoft Office/Google Workspace and Keyboarding as an elective for all middle school students beginning in the 2026–27 school year; the motion passed unanimously March 9, 2026.
The Salina Board of Education approved a curriculum change March 9 to classify Microsoft Office/Google Workspace and Keyboarding as a middle‑school elective beginning with the 2026–27 academic year. The motion was made by Board President Leroy Monk and seconded by Board Member Jarred Sorum; the minutes record a unanimous vote.
Board members did not record details in the minutes about credit weighting, staffing, or whether the elective will be required for certain grades. Implementation responsibility falls to district curriculum staff; the minutes show the policy change takes effect in 2026–27.
