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District outlines textbook and digital‑resource changes, flags unsustainable vendor licensing costs
Summary
Pulaski Community School District staff reviewed the adopted textbook and digital resource list, reported final transition to MySci kits, noted version upgrades for Oregon Stepping Stones and HMH, and warned that some NWTC digital access codes (example cited at $250 for 180 days) are not sustainable for local budgets.
District curriculum staff presented updates to the adopted core textbook and digital resource list and answered board questions about upcoming pilots and renewals.
Staff reported they are finishing a phased rollout of MySci science kits and that most resources remain unchanged this year, with some targeted updates at the middle and elementary levels. "We are in our final transition of MySci science kits," a staff member said. The district also expects software and platform version upgrades for Oregon Stepping Stones and HMH reading materials and will train teachers on updated platforms.
Curriculum staff raised a procurement and access concern with some college-level digital codes: "1 of these books was like $250 for the actual digital code for 180 days," the staff member said, explaining that NWTC bundles access in college tuition in ways the district cannot reproduce and that the district may need to purchase traditional textbooks where digital licensing is too costly or time‑limited. Staff said they have discussed those constraints with NWTC and will select sustainable options where possible.
The board and staff discussed a planned K‑5 math pilot to run through November, with a recommendation that the adoption committee reconvene in February to decide whether to adopt a new resource or remain with the current stepping stones program. Science renewals (physics and chemistry) remain on their normal cycle.
Board members asked about out‑year adoptions and classroom implications; staff said they will continue to post updated resource lists and maintain links on the district website.
