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More Course Choice Providers Are Sought by Louisiana Education Department
New Orleans Times-Picayune (09/26/13) Tan, SarahThe Louisiana Department of Education wants to expand its Course Choice program next year and is looking for additional education providers. The program, which began in August, covers the costs of online instruction for 2,400 students enrolled in a failing school or who want to take a class not offered by their school. State Superintendent John White says, "Families across the state have signaled they want these options for their students. In this second year of Course Choice, we are calling on providers to offer the types of courses that students need to prepare for the future." The program could be expanded to include more vocational or career courses, more arts and music classes, career and college counseling, and occupational therapy.
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