Votes at a glance: board adopts facilities‑use policy, approves athletics merger and accepts independent audit The Ithaca City School District Board of Education voted to approve a public‑use policy for district facilities, adopt its regulation, accept an independent audit and approve an athletic merger for girls ice hockey with Corning; the consent agenda also passed.

The Ithaca City School District Board of Education made significant moves by approving a new public-use policy for school facilities and a one-year athletic merger for girls ice hockey with Corning!

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One month in: Ithaca High leadership says cell-phone ban shows drops in referrals and more student engagement High school administrators and student representatives presented early data on the district’s cell-phone restriction after one month, reporting decreased device use in class, a jump in library checkouts and fewer disciplinary referrals while flagging practical challenges for students and staff.

Ithaca High's new cell-phone policy is transforming student behavior, leading to more engagement and fewer disciplinary issues, but challenges remain!

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Board explains decision-making on school threat notices after weekend emails District leaders said they weigh law-enforcement assessments before broadly notifying families about emailed threats. Community members criticized the district's initial silence after noncredible threat emails circulated last week.

Ithaca City School District faces backlash for its delayed communication regarding recent emailed threats, raising concerns about student safety and transparency.

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Board Explores Curriculum Consistency Among Teachers to Support Student Success Discussion centers on improving standards-based grading consistency for better student support.

The ICSD Board is tackling the pressing issue of inconsistent grading practices that could impact student success across the district.

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Ithaca Schools Report Improved Test Scores Through Targeted Student Support Strategies Ithaca schools show growth in student test performance with tailored support efforts.

Ithaca schools are seeing a positive shift in test scores thanks to innovative support strategies tailored to meet individual student needs.

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District Leaders Celebrate ELA Gains While Increasing Focus on Math Assessments District reports significant ELA progress while aiming for stronger math performance.

The ICSD Board of Education is making bold moves to reshape curriculum strategies, prioritizing academic performance in ELA and math to meet state standards.

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Ithaca Schools Partner With Vaterra for Virtual Math Tutoring Program Ithaca City School District implements virtual tutoring to boost middle school math participation.

Ithaca City School District is launching an innovative virtual tutoring program to transform math education and bridge equity gaps for middle schoolers!

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