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Woodland Hills superintendent outlines school-year priorities, warns of near-term transportation issues
Summary
Superintendent delivered a board update emphasizing accountability, personalized learning, attendance, discipline reduction and use of data; announced recognition for students and a student summit showcase and warned of expected transportation disruptions during the first weeks of school.
Woodland Hills School District Superintendent Dr. Polishnik told the school board Aug. 20 that the district’s priorities for the 2025–26 school year will center on accountability, personalized learning, increased attendance and decreased student discipline.
At a board meeting following an earlier executive-session discussion of property and personnel matters, Polishnik said themes developed at an executive-team retreat and a principals’ retreat produced a working vision and mission for the coming year focused on “a legacy of excellence with kindness and accountability.” He said the district will emphasize using data to personalize learning for every student and encouraged a growth mindset among staff…
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