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Spring Creek Elementary cites math curriculum gains, new inclusive playground and behavior program
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Principal Tanya Will told the board that implementing the Bridges math curriculum and science-of-reading training corresponded with observed instructional improvements, the school expects its inclusive playground to open by the first day of school, and staff will roll out a tiered positive behavior program called Star Celebrations.
Tanya Will, principal of Spring Creek Elementary, told the Northfield Public School Board on Aug. 25 that the school's implementation of the Bridges math curriculum, coupled with district science-of-reading professional development, corresponded with increased classroom engagement and stronger instructional ratings during the 2024-25 school year.
Will said district instructional walkthrough data showed an increase in classrooms rated "Good or Strong" from about 64% early in the year to about 80% later in the year. She credited professional development, math lab days and coaching by TNTP consultants for the shift. Will said teachers used a "low floor, high ceiling" approach in Bridges lessons that allowed more students to access tasks at different entry points.
Will told the board Spring…
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