The debate over Policy 601

Policy 601 is a standard for Edina Public School’s curriculum applications and educational opportunities for students. In the fall of 2019, there was a proposal to modify the policy to add a customizable curriculum for students in grades 3-12 which involved increased selective accelerated and advanced learning opportunities through the addition of enriched classes. Although these changes were approved on Nov. 18, the proposed changes were placed on hold by the new board on Jan. 13.