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Waukegan board reviews beginning‑of‑year tier‑1 data showing modest gains, large gaps remain
Summary
District leaders presented beginning‑of‑year tier‑1 assessment results showing increases in some elementary math and reading measures but persistent gaps on interim and nationally normed tests; board members pressed for more disaggregated cohort and subgroup analysis and stronger parent communication about cut‑score changes.
Waukegan CUSD 60 officials presented beginning‑of‑year student assessment results on Dec. 16, highlighting curriculum‑embedded (tier‑1) assessments alongside interim measures such as NWEA, I‑Ready and DIBELS. Dr. Jonathan Brown, director of assessment and data, said elementary math proficiency on the first two unit assessments increased from about 36% last year to 43% this year, and that middle‑school science common assessments rose overall from 31% to 37% proficient or above.
Dr. Brown framed the district’s tier‑1 work as part of a three‑goal plan to ensure high‑quality, evidence‑based instruction and to equip educators and leaders to sustain equitable conditions for learning. He said Tier 1 is considered effective when 80% of students reach mastery and that…
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