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Board adopts K-8 English language development curriculum after state audit findings; cost estimated at $250,000
Summary
Peoria Unified's governing board approved a K-8 English language development curriculum adoption June 25, selecting Teacher Created Materials' suite (Language Power, Engage Newcomers and Practicing for Success) after a textbook selection committee review and a 60-day public comment period. Estimated initial cost: $250,000.
The Peoria Unified School District governing board approved a K-8 English language development curriculum adoption on June 25 after a district textbook selection committee recommended a package from Teacher Created Materials.
Dr. Teresa Hernandez presented the committeerecommendation and said the adoption responds to a recent Arizona Department of Education audit and monitoring visits that found the district needed corrective action on targeted instruction for English learners. The committee said teachers lacked a single, standards-aligned core resource to deliver the targeted English-language development minutes the state requires.
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