The committee reviewed student growth and assessment metrics, analyzing proficiency data and trends across various grade levels. They discussed the nuances of interpreting test data, including comparisons between M-STEP, PSAT, and SAT, and the utility of Student Growth Percentiles as a performance metric. Additionally, the committee examined a proposal to compare the district's performance against peer districts selected based on socioeconomic status and enrollment size.
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The meeting focused on the organization of the Curriculum Committee, including the selection of a chair. A significant portion was dedicated to public input regarding dyslexia legislation and concerns about reading curriculum. The committee reviewed current and proposed reading instruction programs, specifically discussing the use of UFly for grades K-2 and the potential adoption of 95% Core Phonics for grades 3-5 to align with state literacy requirements and improve student reading outcomes.
The committee held presentations from two search firm vendors regarding the superintendent search process. Following an evaluation of both firms, the committee reached a decision to recommend one of the firms to the board for engagement.
Sep 29, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Board of Education Board Committee Meeting
The committee meeting focused on selecting a committee chair and secretary and reviewing the assigned tasks and goals delegated by the Board of Education, specifically concerning the superintendent evaluation process. Discussion included evaluating different superintendent evaluation tools, the reliability of the MASB evaluation tool, the impact of recent legislative changes on evaluation requirements, and how to incorporate proficiency goals alongside growth metrics within the evaluation framework. The committee also debated the appropriate weight of academic outcomes in the superintendent's evaluation.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
