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School board adopts new 6–12 English curriculum; district to use mixed funding from basic ed, special education and Title III
Summary
The Granite Falls School Board voted to adopt HMH Into Literature for grades 6–12, Read180 for special education and HMH English 3D for multilingual learners. The five‑year proposal averages about $61 per student per year; staff said portions can be paid from special education and Title III funds.
The Granite Falls School Board on Tuesday approved a package of new English language arts materials for grades 6 through 12, including HMH Into Literature for general education, Read180 for students with significant reading needs, and HMH English 3D services for multilingual learners.
Why it matters: District staff and a committee of secondary teachers told the board that Granite Falls has lacked a guaranteed, aligned curriculum across grades 6–12 for decades and that a standardized ELA program paired with professional development will provide more consistent instruction and support student achievement across the district.
What the board approved: The curriculum-adoption package covers teacher materials, consumables, digital access and professional development in a…
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