Dr. Watlington's plan focused on raising student performance, attendance, and graduation rates, as well as buying new curriculum materials.
"We're going to spend the time right up front, to do this well, to do it right the first time," he said. "We're going to take the time to work with teachers and principals and school staff, so that they are well supported in how we make some of the transitions."
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Dr. Watlington is also pushing for additional funding for updating buildings as well as learning instruments, hiring and retaining staff, and improving security.
The board will vote on whether it will adopt the plan on June 1.