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Curriculum Committee recommends keeping current grading scale; board sends issue back for more review
Summary
The Curriculum Committee recommended retaining the district's current grading system (no plus/minus); Dr. Enright presented comparative data and BM Johnson raised concerns about scholarship implications; the board sent the item back to committee for further work.
BM Andrus reported that the Curriculum Committee recommends keeping the current grading system rather than implementing a plus/minus scale. Assistant Superintendent Dr. Enright shared comparative data from nearby districts and information on college scholarship scales used in the area.
BM Johnson voiced concerns that maintaining the current grading system could affect students' chances of receiving college scholarships. After discussion of pros and cons, the board decided to return the grading‑scale matter to the Curriculum Committee for further study.
