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Board renews 7 of Arts contract to expand alternative education services
Summary
The board approved renewal of the 7 of Arts contract to continue alternative education programming (expanded to middle students as well as high school students), citing positive outcomes and a district decision to contract for program services rather than create a new employee role.
The board approved renewal of the 7 of Arts contract July 3 to continue programming that supports middle and high school students in alternative education settings. Administration told the board the renewal keeps the contract amount unchanged from the prior year; the program will include a mix of direct services and presentations from company staff.
Program representatives and principals described student engagement gains and showcased student work. A board member asked how success metrics were calculated and staff said the program uses pre‑ and post‑assessments and that high‑school students are guaranteed a program placement for a minimum of 90 days (middle‑school placements can be shorter). A motion to approve the contract renewal passed unanimously.
