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Danvers presents curriculum priorities, MCAS results and plans to boost high‑school enrollment
Summary
At its Oct. 6 meeting the Danvers School Committee heard MCAS and assessment updates, district curriculum priorities including a new elementary reading program and pilots for math and SEL, and a presentation on why some students leave for private or technical schools and marketing plans to retain them.
District leaders briefed the Danvers School Committee on Oct. 6 about assessment results, curriculum priorities, school improvement plans and enrollment trends.
Assistant Superintendent Kristen Anderson summarized early assessment activity and MCAS performance. The district is beginning its fall MTSS (multi‑tiered system of support) screening using DIBELS for reading and other screeners to identify students who need tier‑2 and tier‑3 supports. “We’re just in the beginning of that MTSS process for the year,” Anderson said.
The district posted 2024 MCAS results for grades 3–8 and grade 10 that showed Danvers close to state averages in many areas. Anderson highlighted that in grades 3–8 ELA…
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