Superintendent Dr. Daniels and district leaders presented the annual MSIP 6 performance report to the North Kansas City School District Board on data covering recent school years. Dr. Shanks said the district's APR (Annual Performance Report) for the 2024–25 school year was 86.5%, the highest in four years, and that the three-year composite used for accreditation stands at 84%.

The presentation outlined how the district earns points under MSIP 6 across three core components: academic status and academic growth (weighted equally), and success-ready students (college and career readiness measures such as AP/IB performance, industry credentials, and dual credit). District staff explained that the MPI (Mean Point Index) is calculated from MAP and end-of-course test results by assigning point buckets for performance (below basic, basic, proficient, advanced) and converting student-level points into a district MPI percentage.

Dr. Shanks and Dr. Potts highlighted specific improvements: MPI progress across the four tested subject areas, science moving from "approaching" to "on track" for all students, and growth metrics showing on-track or target growth in ELA and mathematics. Attendance was noted as an area to monitor: the proportional attendance metric stood at about 80.5% (meaning 80.5% of students attend at least 90% of the time), which places the district in the "approaching" band for that indicator. The district's four-year graduation rate was reported at 98.1%.

Board members pressed for technical clarifications. When asked how advanced coursework is scored, Dr. Shanks explained that each student can earn between 0.25 and 1.25 points within the success-ready metric: an AP student who earns a B in the course is worth 1.0 point, but if that student also scores a 3 or higher on the AP exam they are worth 1.25 points. On industry-recognized credentials, the presentation cited CPR certification as an example of a credential students commonly earn.

Presenters also described the challenges of growth scoring across the state, noting that growth points are currently awarded in categorical "buckets" and that DESE has been discussing a more equitable approach. District leaders said this may change in future APR releases. They emphasized using MSIP data to drive continuous improvement in building and district plans and to guide professional development for teachers.

The presentation closed with staff appreciation and an invitation for questions; board members commended staff and principals for the results and asked for continued work on attendance and targeted supports. The board did not take formal action on the report itself; staff said they would return with updates as work continues.