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Wiseburn Unified says new math curriculum and PLC work increased rigor; teachers planned adjustments for next year
Summary
District math leadership told the board the second year of a new math curriculum produced stronger rigor and planning; teams documented lessons learned in shared Google Docs and participated in CAPS training to refine essential standards and instructional practice.
Math leaders told the Wiseburn Unified School District Board of Trustees on May 22 that the district completed year two of a new math curriculum and that teachers worked together to refine instruction and identify the most essential standards for each grade.
"This year, we have implemented a new math curriculum, which, of course, is a huge undertaking," said Holly Compton, who presented the mathematics update. Compton said teachers across K–5 used shared Google Docs to capture notes and planned incremental adjustments for next year after piloting Eureka and other materials. She said upper-grade teachers reported that the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium (SBAC) tests felt “very challenging” this year and that the district felt more confident in the rigor of instruction.
Professional learning: Compton described ongoing PLC (professional learning community) work and participation in CAPS trainings for instructional teams. "I've really watched teachers who are already great level up and shift and change and grow," she said, noting teachers documented work and created plans to carry forward successful strategies.
Why it matters: The presentation signals to trustees that instructional shifts are underway and that the district is attempting to align curriculum, professional learning and assessment expectations. Compton emphasized preparation steps already taken—release days for K–5, curriculum mapping and use of CGI strategies—and said teachers intentionally narrowed "essential standards" to focus instruction.
Distinguishing discussion and decisions: The transcript records an informational presentation; the board did not adopt a new curriculum policy at this meeting. Compton said notes and plans are in place for continued refinement during the coming school year.
Ending: Trustees thanked math staff for the update and said further budget and planning work will continue in upcoming meetings.
