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Elementary schools report: iRead progress, math screeners and supports for incoming students
Summary
Elementary leaders reported higher iRead scores, new math screening tools and expanded preschool licensure; staff described interventions for students transitioning from specialized ABA programs and new student support hires.
School leaders updated the West Lafayette Community School Corporation board on elementary enrollment, assessment outcomes and new supports at the Sept. 8 regular meeting.
“Right now, we do have 18 students enrolled in our preschool, so that means we are at capacity,” said Missus Delaney, an elementary school administrator, noting the program recently received full licensure and can accept CCDF vouchers.
Why it matters: Elementary assessment and early‑childhood trends affect future classroom needs and budgeting. The schools reported gains on the state‑mandated third‑grade reading screen (iRead), continued improvement in early math measures and an effort to expand social‑emotional and behavioral supports to ease transitions for incoming kindergarteners.
Key details from the update - Assessments and goals: Delaney reported that 91.7% of students passed iRead in 2024–25. The school has set a goal aligned to the state target of 95% of third‑graders passing iRead by the end of 2026–27. Math progress included adoption of a math screener (MCAS Math) to identify gaps early; the district also uses IXL in grades 1–3 for personalized practice. - Writing and curriculum work: The elementary team has aligned a K–3 writing rubric and reported gains in narrative and informative writing measures; staff plan to focus on informative writing this year. - Early childhood and transitions: The preschool (18 students, licensed and accepting CCDF vouchers) is at capacity. School leaders described more students transitioning from ABA centers into public school settings after changes in Medicaid funding; the school has increased structured learning supports and added a registered behavior technician and a student support specialist to assist transitions. - Staffing and class sizes: Elementary leaders reported about 46 certified teachers and 40 support staff and average classroom sizes near 20–22 students in most grades.
Board questions and follow up Trustees asked about classroom sizes, PLC (professional learning community) schedules and whether the district has enough paraprofessional support for students transitioning from ABA programs; school leaders said current staffing meets required minutes in IEPs and noted ongoing recruitment and monitoring.
Evidence: Presentation excerpts and Q&A with trustees appear in the meeting transcript.
