Board approves updated HB3 goals for reading and math after trustees request revisions

Feb 6, 2026

Trustees adopted revised House Bill 3 goals for third-grade reading and math, including subgroup targets intended to close achievement gaps. The board vote was 5-0 in favor of the updated goals as presented by administration.

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District leaders presented updated five-year HB3 goals for third-grade reading and math that adjust subgroup targets to close gaps for African American, Hispanic, emergent bilingual, special education and economically disadvantaged students. Administration said the updated targets were revised after trustee feedback to ensure the district meets its long-term aims while not overburdening higher-performing cohorts.

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