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North Park Elementary highlights garden program and years of assessment data; district presents positive results from math‑coaching study
Summary
Principal Megan D'Alessandro showcased a revived school garden, student work and building goals (attendance, character, math); Kim Neisel and researchers presented data showing above‑average MAPS growth and teacher efficacy gains from math coaching.
At the Nov. 14 board meeting, North Park Elementary principal Megan D'Alessandro showcased student work tied to a revived school garden, recognized staff and students, and outlined building priorities for the year: character development, improved attendance and increased math growth.
D'Alessandro described the garden as an interdisciplinary teaching tool used for science, social studies, writing and math, and said it connects to the Hyde Park community garden where seedlings are planted and later donated to a local food pantry. She also presented early MAPS growth…
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