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Page 31 February 9, 1976 Mrs. Swanson, Mr. Wadsworth, and Mr. Brown stated their support. HIGH SCHOOL Dr. Rotberg expressing his support, asked if there were disadvantages GRADUATION to the new system. Two of his concerns were the possible reduction of REQUIREMENTS flexibility and that students might take easier courses in order to (CONTINUED) accumulate the credit requirements. Dr. Clune replied that flexibility might be reduced but not signifi- cantly. He felt that by expecting more of students, we could get more. He also noted that his discussion with students indicated support for the recommendation. The question of the quality of courses will be looked at by Department Heads to assure that course offerings are at a high qual- ity level. Mr. Lord and Dr. Clune outlined the reasons for recommending the HIGH SCHOOL passing of physical education as a requirement for graduation. It PHYSICAL was noted that about 10% of students do not participate. The high EDUCATION school administration feels that all should be be required to partici- PROGRAM pate and attend classes. It will be a self-administered policy, there- fore parents and students should note this. Dr. Clune said the de- tails of the policy would be publicized widely and often. Dr. Rotberg felt there was a need for a more detailed statement on the program if it is going to be a graduation requirement. Also a pro- cedure for informing parents of absences or refusal to attend, needed to be established. A brief discussion of the Summer School Program suggestion took place with Mr. Spiris and Dr. Rotberg recommending that all curricular areas be considered for summer school rather than just physical educa- tion. It was VOTED: to support both proposals (graduation credit and physical educa- tion requirements) excluding the summer school program. (Brown, Wadsworth, Unanimous) Mr. Ralph Lord presented an organization chart and job descriptions PHYSICAL for the proposed Athletic and Physical Education Department Reorganize- EDUCATION tion. REORGANIZATION After a brief discussion it was VOTED: to approve the Athletic and Physical Education Department re- organization. (Brown, Wadsworth, Unanimous) Mr. Spiris reviewed the forms and notices sent to professional PROFESSIONAL staff asking for suggestions for professional development programs. DEVELOPMENT Mr. Spiris requested that school committee members follow the same pro- cedure. Please send, recommendations to him by February 17, 1976.