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Lower Moreland presents draft comprehensive plan emphasizing MTSS, STEM alignment and teacher development
Summary
District staff presented a draft comprehensive plan required by the state, centering on a multi‑tiered system of supports (MTSS), ELA/STEM alignment, professional development, and measurable goals for student growth; the plan will be presented for board approval and submission to the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
District leaders presented the draft comprehensive plan to the Lower Moreland Board of School Directors, outlining priority goals, data sources and an approval schedule for submission to the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
The plan frames three leading priorities: develop a robust MTSS (multi‑tiered system of supports) to give teachers data and protocols for targeted remediation and enrichment; align English language arts and STEM curriculum across grades to improve reading, writing and science outcomes; and expand professional development to help teachers implement the plan. Presenters said the comprehensive plan is a state requirement and will be posted for public review; the board will vote to approve the plan at a subsequent meeting and then submit it to the state for review.
Goals and measures: District leaders described specific targets built into the draft: an 85% target for students enrolled a full academic year to gain at least one year of growth as measured by benchmarks, an 80% goal for third graders to read on or above grade level by the end of the plan period, and a 10% increase in high school students engaging in STEM pathways. Presenters said they used multiple data sets — including PSSAs, Keystone exams, ACT and internal benchmarks — to identify strengths and gaps.
Implementation and professional learning: The presentation emphasized teacher training and data‑driven problem solving as core implementation activities. The district said it will provide training on MTSS protocols, structured literacy for elementary teachers, differentiation strategies and technology tools. The plan includes an induction program for new staff and an Act 48 committee to review professional development effectiveness.
Timeline and board process: District staff said the plan is being presented for information; if the board is satisfied, it will approve the plan at the next business meeting and the district will submit the finalized plan to the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Presenters said the plan is intended to guide multi‑year goals while being broken into manageable actions for buildings and teachers.
