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AISD reports gains in third‑grade math; trustees accept monitoring report
Summary
A board monitoring report showed an uptick in third‑grade math outcomes and the board accepted the report unanimously after district staff outlined instructional investments and next steps to sustain gains.
The Austin Independent School District board accepted, without objection, a monitoring report Oct. 9 showing preliminary gains in third‑grade mathematics. The report shows the percentage of third graders scoring “meets grade level or above” on the STAR math assessment increased from 39% in 2024 to 42% in 2025.
Why it matters: District leaders presented the increase as early evidence that recent investments in curriculum, teacher retention and coaching are improving early numeracy. The board framed the acceptance as an acknowledgement of progress while emphasizing continued work is necessary to close gaps for historically underserved…
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