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Board hears interim goals for 2025–26; grading-for-equity pilot draws questions from commissioners
Summary
Staff presented updated interim goals for 2025–26 (math, literacy, college-career readiness) and introduced a voluntary grading-for-equity initiative; commissioners pressed for benchmarks, evidence linking Star Math to SBAC, and protections for disadvantaged students.
District staff presented updated interim goals for the 2025–26 school year and described associated initiatives—including a voluntary grading-for-equity pilot at some schools—during a board workshop focused on student outcomes.
Doctor Khanna (presentation lead) told the board the overall approach remains similar to current goals but noted two substantive changes in middle‑grade math: the interim goals now target sixth, seventh and eighth grades as separate markers. Staff said numerical targets are not yet set because they are still processing the final round of district assessment results and teacher survey responses.
Commissioners asked pointed questions about data, equity and implementation. Commissioner Ray urged staff to publish timeline estimates so families do not read placeholders (magenta…
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