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JPS to pilot multi-classroom leader positions at five elementary schools for early-grade literacy
Summary
Jackson Public Schools staff described a pilot that will place a multi-classroom leader and a REACH associate paraprofessional in each of five elementary schools to support pre-K through second-grade literacy instruction; officials said MCAS and benchmark assessments will measure outcomes.
Administration told the Jackson Public School Board on May 6 that it will pilot an Opportunity Culture model by placing a multi-classroom leader and a REACH associate paraprofessional in five elementary schools to bolster early-grade literacy.
Deputy Superintendent Dr. Cormack (presenting) said the pilot focuses on pre-K through second-grade literacy and that the district will use its MCAS kindergarten readiness assessment and benchmark assessments for second grade to measure the pilot’s effectiveness. The initial five schools named for the pilot are Johnson Elementary, Pecan Park Elementary, Wilkins Elementary, McLeod Elementary and North Jackson Elementary.
Board member Mr. McGuffey asked about evaluation metrics and whether each school would receive the staffing package. Dr. Cormack said each participating school will receive at least one multi-classroom leader and one associate paraprofessional; placements will be determined by school design teams in coordination with network assistant superintendents.
Ending: The item was presented as a pilot tied to grant funding (Opportunity Culture, Leading Educators and Public Impact) and will be measured against district readiness and benchmark assessments. Board members asked clarifying questions; the administration said they will report results to the board as the pilot progresses.
