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Board adds three pilot novels to 10th-grade extended reading list

Lake Oswego School District Board of Education · January 12, 2026
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Summary

After faculty piloting and positive feedback, the board approved adding three novels (including Circe, The Song of Achilles and Piranesi) to the district's 10th-grade extended novel list.

The board considered an action item to add three pilot novels to the district's 10th-grade extended novel list following teacher piloting and positive classroom response. Presenters summarized pilot results and teacher feedback, noting the titles support curricular goals and student engagement.

Board members discussed classroom reception and student interest; one director described Piranesi as "an incredibly gorgeous book. It is so good." The board moved, seconded, and approved adding the pilot novels to the extended reading list by voice vote.