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David Douglas adopts new K–12 science curricula; board approves $1.02 million in purchases
Summary
The David Douglas School Board approved elementary and high school science instructional materials — Twig Science for K–5 and McGraw HillInspire Science for high school — after teachers and publisher representatives described pilot results. The board approved purchases not to exceed $710,000 and $310,000, respectively.
The David Douglas School Board voted to adopt new elementary and high school science instructional programs on June 12, approving district purchases not to exceed $710,000 for Twig Science (elementary) and $310,000 for McGraw Hill Inspire Science (high school).
Board action followed a multi-year adoption process and classroom pilots. Carrie Foster, K–12 curriculum coordinator, told the board the district completed a two-year adoption and that elementary and high-school teams had reached a recommendation after “decision day” and pilot feedback.
Nut graf: The change replaces instructional materials the district said were older and aims to increase…
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