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Board approves 6–12 ELA adoption to standardize instruction and provide teacher materials
Summary
Trustees unanimously approved a seven‑year adoption of a 6–12 English language arts curriculum (Savvas/MyPerspectives), including class sets of hardcover textbooks, digital resources and professional development at a total 7‑year cost of about $411,767.50 (payable over two years).
The board unanimously approved a seven‑year adoption of a new 6–12 English Language Arts curriculum (Savvas/MyPerspectives) at the March 25 meeting.
Curriculum staff described the selection process: teacher committee reviews, site piloting, alignment to state standards, and emphasis on both print and digital access. The adoption includes class sets of hardcover student textbooks (teachers requested physical copies to reduce screen time), teacher editions, grammar workbooks (provided free by the vendor), access to a novel library, and platform licenses. The package includes four days of vendor professional development (one pre‑school year and additional sessions) and was structured to be funded from the current textbooks budget with payments spread across two fiscal years.
Cost and procurement: the seven‑year agreement totals $411,767.50; district staff said the current textbook budget plus next year’s allocation will cover the expense. Trustees asked about content controls (teacher assigning digital resources only) and supports for English learners and inclusive education; staff said the resource provides scaffolds and multiple assessment options.
The motion to adopt the curriculum passed unanimously.
