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WEM board rescinds outdated kindergarten-admission policy and readopts revised Policy 513 language for consideration

WEM Board of Education · March 10, 2026
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Summary

Board rescinded an outdated early-kindergarten admission rule and reviewed new language for Policy 513; Gary Michael proposed edits to the 'Reconsideration for Kindergarten Admission' section. Board will consider the full revised policy at the regular meeting.

The board discussed early kindergarten admission and rescinded an outdated policy fragment before reviewing a proposed addition to Policy 513 regarding "Reconsideration for Kindergarten Admission." Board member Gary Michael proposed specific wording changes that will be incorporated into the full policy presented for approval at the regular meeting.

During follow-up questions, Member Jon Bakken asked for current counts in second- and third-grade classes; the transcript records Bakken asking how many are in second (44) and third (48) grade classes, figures the board said would inform staffing decisions. No final action was taken at the work session; the revised policy will be presented for approval at the regular meeting.