Putnam Schools Ending IB And Middle Years Programs
The Putnam County School Board approved phasing out the International Baccalaureate (IB) and Middle Years programs after this school year during its Thursday meeting. The programs are being discontinued because of low student participation and high operating costs. Director of Schools Corby King said students tend to pursue different opportunities in advanced studies. “We have […]
Putnam Schools Adopt New Math Textbook Curriculum
Putnam County School Board approved a $1.78 million expenditure for a new math textbook curriculum Thursday night. Curriculum Supervisor Dr. Chris Winningham said math standards are changing in the new school year, specifically at the high school level. Close to 90 percent of the 9-12 standards are new or are changing. Director of Schools Corby […]
