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Oak Ridge will move sixth grade students to a four-teacher model in 2026-2027, with new Science and Social Studies programming, eight sections, and a civics-focused action project ending in a Civics Day Showcase. The committee also reported that the overall budget remains within budget after using $1.2 million in circuit breaker funds for special education.
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Next year, Oak Ridge sixth graders will have four primary teachers instead of two and will follow a structure designed to better prepare them for middle school. Students will receive expanded Science and Social Studies opportunities, daily transition support, and a community service and civics project. The committee approved a Procurement and Grant Specialist position and the superintendent’s 2026-2027 annual plan, each by a 7-0 vote.
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