Board discusses course recovery limits and third‑grade promotion rules

Oct 16, 2025

Board members reviewed limits on course recovery and new third‑grade promotion guidance (commissioner memo LS 26018); staff flagged risks for students who could be retained or become ineligible for appeals under the new rules.

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Chair and staff signaled concern about changes to course recovery limits and third‑grade promotion rules. Chair described new guidance (commissioner memo L S 26018 and the 3rd grade promotion guide) and said, "3rd grade schools are expected to meet a minimum reading status to be promoted in 4th grade," noting the district is preparing reading plans and exceptions where allowed.

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