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To promote educational innovation and compete with neighboring charter schools, the district will expand specialized programs and pilot new experiential learning opportunities at the elementary level beginning in August, Chief Academic Administrator Adam Stephens said at the April 14 board meeting. (Community Impact staff)

Fort Bend ISD plans to remain competitive through specialized academies amid charter school growth

By Valeria Escobar

To promote educational innovation and compete with neighboring charter schools, the district will expand specialized programs and pilot new experiential learning opportunities at the elementary level beginning in August, Chief Academic Administrator Adam Stephens said at the April 14 board meeting. 

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