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District presentation: Berwick Area SD cites literacy gains, struggles in middle-grade math
Summary
A district presenter reviewed state assessment results, noting early-literacy focus and new K–4 literacy resources, a pilot for grades 5–8, biology keystone scores rising above 50%, and persistent math proficiency under 40% in grades 5–7.
An unidentified district presenter gave a state assessment update at the start of the meeting, distinguishing between 'proficiency' (students meeting grade-level standards) and 'growth' (progress over time) and saying the district will report growth indicators when available.
On English/language arts, the presenter said results show that "consistency and early literacy matter," with variability in grades 3 and 5 underscoring a need to sustain early-grade foundations.…
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