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Superintendent outlines potential structural changes with projected savings
Summary
Superintendent presented options including grade banding ($200,000'200,000 to $500,000), a four-day week (estimated $300,000'600,000), and elimination of block scheduling; board discussed trade-offs for student learning and flexibility.
In the superintendent's report the board reviewed potential structural changes aimed at reducing costs and increasing flexibility. The packet and discussion listed three options: grade banding, which could save an estimated $200,000 to $500,000 by reassigning grades to buildings; adopting a four-day school week, with days lengthened by 15'20 minutes and estimated savings of $300,000 to $600,000; and eliminating the high school block schedule, which other districts reported can yield up to 20% savings on teaching salaries but may reduce course options for students.
Board members discussed the trade-offs: while the measures could generate significant savings, the transcript notes concerns about reduced learning choices and potential negative impacts on student learning. No formal motion or vote on these structural changes was recorded at the Dec. 10 meeting; the items were presented for consideration and further study.
