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Teachers, students and staff recommend Savvas MyPerspectives for grades 6–12; Vista proposed for English‑language development
Summary
Beaverton School District staff recommended on April 8 that the district adopt Savvas MyPerspectives as the core language‑arts curriculum for grades 6–12 and Vista for English language development (ELD).
Beaverton School District staff recommended on April 8 that the district adopt Savvas MyPerspectives as the core language‑arts curriculum for grades 6–12 and Vista for English language development (ELD). The materials were identified after a yearlong committee process, publisher presentations, and classroom pilots.
Why it matters: Endorsed curricula shape classroom instruction for multiple years, affect teacher preparation and professional development, and carry implementation costs. Staff said the recommendation centers the Oregon adolescent literacy framework and district equity priorities, and includes a multi‑year implementation plan with professional development, coaching and classroom‑library support.
How the adoption process worked - The district convened a representative adoption committee (teachers, administrators, parents,…
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