Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Thornton School District 48.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Plymouth
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
172
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
3306660
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
1
Mascot
School mascot.
Tigers
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
47.99
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 8
Propensity to Spend
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Latest Budget Year
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Thornton School District 48
The board meeting covered various operational and academic updates, including reports on student benchmarking, teacher in-service training, and new school programming. Concerns regarding the after-school program's staffing and organization were addressed, with plans to gather further parent feedback. Key discussions included a presentation on the financial impact of potential tax cap legislation, a review of state assessment scores, and decisions regarding scope adjustments for the softball field construction project. The board also evaluated snow plow bids and conducted readings for updated policies on bullying prevention and access to public schools. During the non-public session, the board processed personnel actions, including a maternity leave, a military leave of absence, and two staff retirements.
The board discussed several items, including the Principal's report covering facility preparation for the school year, staff training, kindergarten orientation, and the introduction of new academic programs and policy updates. The library trustee addressed the budget impact of new insurance costs. The board reviewed and accepted updates to the student handbook. Significant discussion took place regarding planned improvements to the softball field, weighing the immediate costs against the desired scope of work. Other topics included legislative updates, bullying prevention policy planning, and approval of the new slate of coaches.
This Title I School Wide Plan aims to ensure all students receive a high-quality education and close achievement gaps by providing supplemental support for at-risk students. The plan focuses on improving teaching through professional development, fostering a collaborative environment, and promoting strong parent and family engagement. It emphasizes a philosophy of continuous growth for every individual, encouraging student responsibility, parent collaboration, teacher excellence, and administrative support in a safe learning environment. Instruction is guided by grade-level data teams that utilize various assessment tools to analyze student performance, identify areas for improvement, and ensure support for diverse student populations through partnerships with community agencies.
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