The Poudre School District Board of Education meeting on October 7, 2025, featured a significant presentation on the Irish Elementary Performance Improvement Plan by Principal Lindsay Mosier. The meeting aimed to address the school's recent decline in performance metrics and outline strategies for improvement.

Principal Mosier reported that Irish Elementary received a "priority improvement plan" designation after earning only 41.6% of the total points possible on the state’s school performance framework. This marks a notable drop from previous years, where the school consistently achieved between 53% and 54%. The performance framework evaluates schools based on student growth and achievement, particularly in English language arts and math, as well as English language acquisition for multilingual learners.

During her presentation, Mosier emphasized the importance of community involvement in the improvement process, highlighting the need for feedback from parents, teachers, and students. She outlined three primary performance challenges: improving achievement and growth in math, increasing growth in English language arts, and enhancing student output across all subjects.

To address these challenges, the school has developed three major improvement strategies. The first focuses on aligning expectations for student output based on language proficiency levels, ensuring that all students can demonstrate their understanding regardless of their primary language. The second strategy involves creating a coherent system for monitoring student progress and providing timely feedback. The third emphasizes fostering a sense of belonging among students and families, which is crucial for academic success.

Mosier noted that the school community views the current situation as an opportunity for growth and improvement. She expressed optimism about the collaborative efforts of teachers, parents, and district partners to elevate student performance and ensure that all students receive the support they need to succeed.

The meeting concluded with a call for ongoing dialogue and collaboration among all stakeholders to implement the improvement plan effectively. The board expressed appreciation for the presentation and the proactive approach taken by the Irish Elementary team.