school district
noun
: a unit for administration of a public-school system often comprising several towns within a state
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Brownsburg is consistently ranked as one of the highest-performing school districts in the state but has seen some controversies over student safety and leadership changes in recent years.
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Caroline Beck, The Indianapolis Star, 6 Nov. 2024
Despite a lack of funding for even basic educational necessities, and school district leaders who only care about the barest minimum standards, these educators are united by their drive to surpass expectations and encourage their students to do the same.
—Jennifer M. Wood, WIRED, 5 Nov. 2024
Until now, school districts have not been required to track or report informal removals.
—Emily Harvey, The Denver Post, 5 Nov. 2024
That means the winner will play an indirect role in shaping school districts' policies.
—Nick Sullivan, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024
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Caroline Beck, The Indianapolis Star, 6 Nov. 2024
Despite a lack of funding for even basic educational necessities, and school district leaders who only care about the barest minimum standards, these educators are united by their drive to surpass expectations and encourage their students to do the same.
—Jennifer M. Wood, WIRED, 5 Nov. 2024
Until now, school districts have not been required to track or report informal removals.
—Emily Harvey, The Denver Post, 5 Nov. 2024
That means the winner will play an indirect role in shaping school districts' policies.
—Nick Sullivan, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024
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“School district.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/school%20district. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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