Franklin Public Schools lays out district improvement plan, keeps Illustrative Math for grades 6–8

Superintendent Jager and Franklin Public Schools leaders presented the district—s multi‑year improvement plan and an update on curriculum work, including decisions on middle‑school math and new staffing to support instruction.

The plan centers on four strategic objectives: promoting social‑emotional learning and belonging; implementing high‑quality, standards‑aligned curriculum; strengthening instruction through professional learning and tiered supports; and improving two‑way communication with families and staff. "You do not rise to the level of your goals, but you fall to the level of your systems," Superintendent Jager said, describing the district—s focus on building systems to sustain the work.

District officials said the work is tied to the Franklin Public Schools Portrait of a Graduate and noted timelines that include June 18 as the last student day, a leadership debrief on June 20 and summer planning and an administrative retreat in August. The district will present school and district improvement plans publicly in September and October and expects to use…