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Northville presents academic dashboard; i‑Ready rollout shows early literacy gains and raises SAT math concerns
Summary
Superintendent Dr. Weber and Assistant Superintendent Emily Polanski reviewed state tests and district benchmark data, noting strong early‑grade reading results on i‑Ready and an 18% decline in SAT math proficiency since 2015–2019. The district emphasized professional development, vertical alignment, and targeted interventions.
Superintendent Dr. Weber and Assistant Superintendent Emily Polanski presented the district’s academic report and the initial year of a transition from NWEA to i‑Ready benchmarks. The presentation combined statewide test trend data (M‑STEP, PSAT/SAT) with local benchmark results to show areas of strength and concern.
Why it matters: The data will guide district decisions on curriculum, teacher professional development and targeted interventions. Presenters said the district will use i‑Ready to identify students for small‑group instruction earlier in the year and to inform vertical alignment across grades.
Main findings presented
- State and peer performance: The district ranked near the top of a custom peer group on several M‑STEP and ELA measures. Dr. Weber said the district ranks second among similar districts for aggregated grades 3–8 ELA and third in the state for comparable measures. - Early reading and phonics: Polanski highlighted gains associated with district K‑3 literacy work and the use of UFLI phonics. She…
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