At one of Greenbush's superintendent forums last week, Alexa Posny, Commissioner of Education in Kansas, spent the better part of an hour discussing challenges for schools in the next couple of years. Following is a synopsis:
Early Childhood Education: Should continue to be a priority, but lack of funding will put this on hold.
Eighth Grade Algebra: Only one-third of students take eighth grade algebra. There is the need to increase these numbers.
AP Courses: Participation in AP courses (taking the test) is considerably lower than other states. Superintendents talked about the reasons for that: cost, extent of dual credit courses, etc.
Career Clusters: There will be a proposal put forth that every student have a career plan.
At-Risk Programs: Will continue to be a focus with 13,000 new kids eligible.
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