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Board approves first reading of PRESS Plus 1.17 with amendment removing 'meets' from accelerated‑placement language
Summary
On first reading the board approved PRESS Plus 1.17 with an amendment to remove the word 'meets' from policy 6.135 so that automatic placement would default to students who 'exceed' until state law takes effect; the board noted parents can always opt out.
Superintendent Dr. Gagan reviewed the district's packet of updates under PRESS Plus 1.17 and highlighted the provision governing automatic placement in accelerated classes. He recommended removing the word "meets" in policy 6.135 so that, until state statute requires otherwise, automatic placement would rely on 'exceeds' rather than both 'meets or exceeds.'
Board members asked how waivers and outside course credit would be handled; Dr. Gagan said parents can always opt out and staff would bring requests forward for board consideration when necessary. When asked whether parents can opt out, Dr. Gagan replied simply: "A 100%." The motion to approve the first reading with the amendment carried on a roll call vote.
Board members also discussed how proficiency or outside dual‑credit work might be demonstrated for course waivers and noted staff will provide clearer procedures if/when waivers are requested.
