Emporia board hears update on math action plan; staff outline resource gaps, fidelity target and training costs

Dr. Kargil, a district staff member, presented an update on the district's math action plan at the Aug. 27 Emporia Board of Education meeting, outlining plans to fill resource gaps, provide targeted professional development and track classroom use of selected materials.

The update covers three immediate priorities: identifying evidence-based resources for courses that currently lack them (notably pre-algebra and some combined classes), creating a schedule of instructional coaching and professional development, and using a walkthrough tool to track how teachers use adopted resources. "We're going to spend some time researching those courses and then see if we can find some resources that they can use in class that are evidence based," Dr. Kargil said.

Board members pressed for details on implementation and accountability. The plan sets an…