Board adopts Williams resolution on materials; teachers raise concerns about Benchmark materials and digital tools

The board unanimously adopted a Williams resolution confirming that the district provides sufficient instructional materials at the county‑reviewed schools selected for inspection. Staff told trustees that county reviewers visited the selected campuses, reviewed materials and found no corrective actions were required.

During public comment later in the meeting, several teachers raised concerns that Benchmark Advance (English Language Arts materials) had not been distributed to some dual‑immersion teachers as expected and that a supplemental digital tool (referred to in public discussion as 'Chief Three Thousand') is being used inconsistently. Teachers asked for clarity on rollout timelines, training and whether the digital program is intended as primary instruction or as a differentiated practice tool. Staff said work is underway to gather specifics, to communicate the plan to teachers and to analyze program effectiveness and alignment with state assessment outcomes.

Trustees requested staff provide a report that documents where materials have been received, a timeline for distribution and recommendations about training and the intended use of digital supplemental tools. Staff said they would consult instructional leads and return with a written update.