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Guilford County Board of Education
Regular Meeting
December 20, 2007

To:	Members, Board of Education
From:	Terry B. Grier, Ed.D.
Date:	December 14 , 2007
RE:	Elementary and Middle School Electives Update

The attached document is a follow up to an administrative briefing with Dr. Lynn Canady on December 3 and a discussion at the September Board Retreat. It provides background information on the issues related to allotments, including curriculum implementation and staffing parameters. The material contains options for consideration and recommendations.

RECOMMENDATION: To adopt the recommendations as outlined.

Attachment - Background Information

In compliance with federal laws, Guilford County Schools administers all educational programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination because of race, religion, national or ethnic origin, color, age, military service, disability or gender, except where exemption is appropriate and allowed by law. Refer to the Board of Education's Discrimination Free Environment Policy AC for a complete statement. Inquiries or complaints should be directed to the Guilford County Schools Compliance Officer, 120 Franklin Boulevard, Greensboro, NC 27401; 336.370.2323.

All Guilford County Schools facilities, both educational and athletic, are tobacco-free learning environments.