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Teaching and Learning report highlights move to STAR screener, MTSS alignment and gains in intervention exits
Summary
Assistant Superintendent Jennifer Burton outlined curriculum and assessment changes including a districtwide switch to the STAR universal screener, expanded AP and IB offerings, MTSS alignment and midyear exit rates for intervention programs.
Jennifer Burton, assistant superintendent for teaching and learning, presented the state of instruction for City Schools of Decatur on April 15, focusing on curriculum access, universal screening, multi‑tiered supports and professional learning.
Key changes and results: the district replaced MAP with the STAR assessment system as its universal screener and moved to curriculum resources hosted centrally so teachers can find materials in one place. Burton said the district used the MTSS framework to guide interventions and…
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