Jackson Board of Education OKs grant application, health insurance

Wednesday, November 14, 2007

The Jackson Board of Education took the following action at its regular meeting Tuesday:n Approved an A+ Schools Incentive Grant application. A student who attends an A+ school and meets eligibility requirements may qualify for money to attend a public community college. High schools have to meet requirements such as establishing districtwide performance standards, offering a career preparation system and establishing a record-keeping system. Superintendent Ron Anderson said that while the high school will not receive state funds to set up the required curriculum, much is already in place.

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