Coupeville board approves new PLTW and AP, adopts CKLA elementary curriculum The Coupeville School District board unanimously approved multiple curriculum adoptions including Project Lead The Way biomedical science and automation & robotics, adoption of an AP U.S. Government text and districtwide Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) for elementary grades; grant funding and pilot costs were discussed.

The Coupeville School District is revolutionizing education with new hands-on programs in biomedical science, robotics, and AP courses, paving the way for future-ready students!

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Superior School District board approves phased adoption of Amplify Desmos for elementary math The board voted to adopt Amplify Desmos as the district's elementary math curriculum, approving a phased rollout that begins with volunteer "lead learners" next school year and district-wide implementation planned afterward. Presenters cited early secondary-level gains after using the resource.

Superior School District is set to transform elementary math education with the adoption of Amplify Desmos, promising exciting new learning experiences for K-5 students!

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District details first‑year rollout of Arts & Letters aligned with science of reading New Albany coaches and administrators told the board that the district implemented Arts & Letters curriculum this year aligned to the science of reading, emphasized teacher coaching and protected collaboration time, and warned of a possible 'implementation dip' in year one while fidelity is established.

District leaders reveal how the new Arts & Letters curriculum is transforming K-5 literacy instruction, fostering both high achievers and those needing extra support.

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FCPS outlines major shift to integrated high‑school math following Maryland policy Frederick County Public Schools told the board committee it will implement Maryland’s March 2025 mathematics policy, including a shift to a two‑course integrated high‑school sequence and expanded numeracy supports; changes will affect middle‑school schedules and roll out across 2027–29.

Frederick County Public Schools is set to revolutionize math instruction with a bold shift to integrated courses, ensuring more students are college and career ready by 10th grade!

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Staff recommends postponing K–5 social studies adoption up to two years to align with literacy rollout District curriculum staff proposed delaying K–5 social studies adoption for up to two years (allowed by ODE) to synchronize social studies and language arts adoption in fall 2028, arguing the integrated approach supports reading comprehension, benefits English learners/dual‑language programs, and could reduce materials and professional development costs.

District leaders are pushing to delay the K–5 social studies adoption for two years, aiming for a more integrated approach that could enhance literacy and save costs—find out how this decision could impact Oregon's classrooms!

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Board to ask legislators to remove 3-credit standalone ELL course requirement, favor embedding competencies After extended discussion, the board authorized staff to draft a letter asking lawmakers to strike the standalone 3-credit English-language-learner course language in HB 807 and instead require ELL/multilingual-learner competencies to be embedded throughout teacher-preparation coursework and supported through induction and renewal.

Maryland's education board is pushing to replace a mandatory 3-credit course on English-language instruction with a more integrated approach to support multilingual learners in teacher training.

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Brentwood presenter outlines "Graduation Plus" K-12 vision, cites test gains and staffing needs Stacy Verde, the district's new assistant superintendent of elementary education, told the Brentwood Board of Education the "Graduation Plus" K-12 vision is driving improved state test results, expanded interventions and a request for additional counselors, social workers and interventionists for 2026-27.

Brentwood's "Graduation Plus" vision is transforming education from elementary through high school, driving impressive gains in student performance while expanding essential support services.

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Orono High School updates course catalog, adds AP and career-focused senior strand The board approved changes to the Orono High School registration guide that add AP pathways (expanded AP Precalculus/Calc, AP Macroeconomics, AP business with personal finance), earth science and civics offerings to meet state requirements, and a new Orono Professional Studies (Impact) senior strand pairing human anatomy, AP research and mentor-based experiences.

Orono High School is revolutionizing its curriculum with expanded AP courses and a groundbreaking professional studies program designed to elevate student learning and career readiness!

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Board approves new Honors Engineering Essentials high‑school course The Anne Arundel County Board of Education approved a full‑year, 1‑credit Honors Engineering Essentials course for grades 9–12 aimed at broadening access to Project Lead The Way pathways across comprehensive high schools; board vote passed 8–0.

A groundbreaking Honors Engineering Essentials course has been approved, set to empower high school students with essential skills in design, modeling, and problem-solving!

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Holliston School Committee interviews Plainville superintendent finalist Jennifer Parson Dr. Jennifer Parson, current superintendent of the Plainville Public Schools, told the Holliston School Committee on Jan. 29 that she prioritizes communication, equity-driven instruction and data-based interventions, and described leading curriculum and facility projects; the meeting closed with a motion to adjourn.

Dr. Jennifer Parson is shaking things up in Holliston with her vision for communication, equity, and innovative curriculum changes—could she be the leader the district needs?

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Votes at a glance: Petaluma City Schools (meeting actions) Board approved an amended agenda, accepted a resolution acknowledging $6.123M in recommended budget reductions, accepted bond audits, approved SARCs, adopted a new Spanish-for-Spanish-speakers curriculum and approved five overnight field trips.

Petaluma City Schools just made significant moves, approving over $6 million in budget recommendations and adopting a new Spanish curriculum among other key decisions!

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IASB official warns of tight state budget, outlines school funding, curriculum and health priorities Mike Stevens of the Illinois Association of School Boards told the legislative committee that a projected $1.5–$2.2 billion state shortfall makes this a 'tight budget year' and described IASB/ISBE requests including $350 million for Evidence‑Based Funding and $151 million for MCATs, plus curricular and student‑health proposals.

Illinois schools are facing a tight budget year with a projected deficit of up to $2.2 billion, prompting urgent requests for increased funding and essential curricular changes.

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District launches math curriculum pilots, aims for recommendation by June BRSSD will pilot Innovamat and Illustrative Math in K–5 and Carnegie and Illustrative Math for grades 6–8 starting Jan. 26; teachers will be trained and publishers will provide onsite support during five weeks of piloting, with a recommendation expected by early June.

Starting January 26, BRSSD will pilot innovative math curricula in classrooms, aiming for a recommendation by June that could transform K–8 education in California!

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Colonial SD leaders cite mixed test results, strong growth and expanded equity work in curriculum update Administrators presented Colonial School Districtmiddle- and high-school benchmark and Keystone/PSSA results Jan. 12, highlighting strong growth measures (several groups posted large gains) alongside subgroup gaps in ELA; district outlined targeted interventions, new science standards implementation, and equity/belonging initiatives tied to school improvement plans.

Colonial School District is seeing impressive academic growth despite some dips in proficiency, but targeted interventions are paving the way for an even stronger future.

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Chatham board flags rising medical costs, approves Atlas curriculum software and routine finance items Finance and facilities reported rising medical expenses (cited about 17.2%), approved capital planning work and a contract for Atlas curriculum‑mapping software; the board also recorded several donations and approved finance and personnel agenda items by unanimous vote.

Chatham's school board faces a daunting 17.2% rise in medical costs while unveiling new curriculum software and securing community support for vital programs.

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Board hears program-of-studies updates: marine science, AP Precalculus and new AP career 'Kickstart' pilots proposed District staff presented proposed program-of-studies changes including a half-credit marine science course, replacing honors Precalculus with AP Precalculus, and piloting two College Board AP Career 'Kickstart' courses (AP Business & Personal Finance and AP Cybersecurity) at Chopticon High School to expand AP and industry credential opportunities.

Exciting changes are coming to Chopticon High School's program of studies, including a new marine science course and enhanced AP offerings designed to boost college and career readiness!

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School district outlines math-policy transition, pilots ISQR course and expands CTE/dual-credit options District leaders outlined Maryland's revised math policy and a phased transition to integrated secondary math, a 2026–27 pilot of an Integrated Statistics and Quantitative Reasoning course at Boyd J. Michael III Technical High School, and additions to CTE and dual-credit electives to increase student choice.

Washington County Public Schools is transforming its math curriculum to offer more pathways and choices for students, including a new Integrated Statistics and Quantitative Reasoning course set to debut in 2026!

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What does your #STEMcurriculum look like? Are you using STEM as a context for IDL? Do your learners follow a wide range of STEM #LearnerPathways?

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The Curriculum Designed by Children, Not Adults - A growing education movement is reimagining learning by letting children design the curriculum—boosting engagement, creativity,

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What does your #STEMcurriculum look like? Are you using STEM as a context for IDL? Do your learners follow a wide range of STEM #LearnerPathways?

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Aurora City Schools plans AP Cybersecurity and AP Business with Personal Finance as replacement courses Board reviewed program-of-studies updates that convert existing courses into nationally offered AP Cybersecurity and AP Business with Personal Finance next year; administration said both are replacements, intended to be accessible without adding staff.

Aurora City Schools is set to revolutionize its curriculum with AP Cybersecurity and AP Business with Personal Finance, ensuring every student has access to cutting-edge education without adding more staff.

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Manhasset board reviews crosswalk to New York's Portrait of a Graduate and course proposals for new graduation pathways District staff presented a crosswalk aligning Manhasset Learner Profile with New York State's Portrait of a Graduate, previewed new or revised courses (computer science, business dual-enrollment with LIU, personal financial literacy, biomedical pathway, and language pathways), and outlined work to implement state seals including civic readiness and biliteracy.

Manhasset's Board of Education unveils exciting new pathways and courses, aligning with New York's Portrait of a Graduate to equip students for the future!

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Bath County posts KSA gains; district launches vocabulary plan and defends Benchmark Advance reading curriculum District staff reported KSA assessment gains (notably a large gain at Bath County Middle School) and described a new district vocabulary improvement plan after i‑Ready data showed 43% of students two-or-more grade levels behind in vocabulary; staff also outlined steps taken to address implementation barriers to the Benchmark Advance reading curriculum.

Bath County schools are making strides with impressive KSA gains and a new vocabulary initiative aimed at bridging achievement gaps—big changes are on the horizon!

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Rescue Union reports modest CAASPP gains, plans spring pilot of new math curriculum District leaders told the board the Rescue Union Elementary district posted small year‑over‑year gains on statewide CAASPP assessments and described plans to pilot multiple math programs in spring before returning a formal recommendation next May.

Rescue Union Elementary School District is celebrating modest gains in student assessments while gearing up to pilot new math curriculum materials this spring.

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Braintree reports mixed MCAS outcomes, shifts toward science-of-reading and expanded interventions District curriculum leaders told the school committee that Braintree remains above state averages in several subjects but has persistent gaps for some subgroups. Officials proposed science-of-reading PD, curriculum pilots and additional middle-school intervention staffing; presenters also described an AI grading glitch that affected seven districtE

Braintree's latest assessment results reveal impressive gains in ELA and math, but persistent gaps remain, prompting bold new strategies to accelerate recovery and enhance early literacy.

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Rye High outlines new International Baccalaureate diploma program, lists initial courses and growth plans Rye High School presented the new International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme on Nov. 4, describing course offerings, assessment structure, teacher training plans and early student experiences. District leaders said they will focus on growing the two-year diploma at the high school and have no current plans to expand IB into the primary or a

Rye High School is launching its first International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, offering students a unique pathway to deepen their learning through innovative courses and real-world applications.

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District reports: curriculum pilots, ELOP intersession, donations, HR needs and CTE building update Staff and board members reported on multiple routine items: an oral language festival timeline, ELOP intersession planning, narrowing math curriculum publishers to three for a 26–27 pilot, large Walmart donations being distributed via the parent center, substitute hiring challenges, October attendance awards, campus safety badge rollout, and an in‑

Exciting updates from the district include a revamped curriculum pilot, a new CTE building on the horizon, and generous donations from Walmart to support our schools!

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FCPS previews course-guide updates, middle-school math acceleration and new CTE pathways District staff previewed course-guide publication timelines and described middle-school changes, including a cohort-based rollout allowing in-person geometry in middle school, exploration of middle-school high-school credit options for computer science and engineering, social studies sequencing changes and new CTE pathway offerings for high school.

Exciting updates are on the horizon for middle-school math and high school pathways, including a groundbreaking geometry program and new opportunities in computer science!

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Oak Park D97 details middle-school redesign: structured social time, WIN alignment and executive-function interventions District 97 presented a redesign for middle-school schedules and student support, including moving social time onto fields for safety and supervision, aligning WIN/advisory time between campuses, piloting Smarts Connect executive-function curriculum, and expanding tiered interventions and algebra access.

Oak Park D97 is transforming middle-school experiences with innovative social time changes, aligned instructional support, and the introduction of a groundbreaking executive-function curriculum!

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