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District unveils comprehensive plan priorities: math K–8, new science standards and SEL pilot under review
Summary
Administrators presented a draft comprehensive plan emphasizing K–8 math growth and K–12 science standard adoption; SEL resources (Second Step) are under consideration following staff surveys and MTSS alignment. The plan is open for 28 days of public comment before the March board approval process.
District administrators told the board the district’s comprehensive plan and related induction and professional development plans focus on measurable growth in math (K–8) and adoption of new K–12 science standards.
Kelly (speaker 9), who presented the teaching and learning update, said the comprehensive plan was informed by focus‑group data gathered with IU 21 and other stakeholders. The plan prioritizes curriculum development, professional development, intervention, and progress monitoring. Kelly told the board the district will prioritize Math and Science over the next three years and is looking to strengthen human resources for intervention at secondary levels.
On social‑emotional learning, administrators described ongoing implementation of Leader in Me across grades and a staff survey that indicates interest in piloting Second Step (K–2) as an alternative or supplement. Kelly said Second Step has been used in guidance and small groups for several years and staff reported the lessons are “turnkey” and well received; the district will collect survey results and make a recommendation for the 2026–27 school year.
Technology and research partnerships
Administrators also reported a planned iPad pilot at the middle school to test classroom use (a multi‑week rollout beginning with identified classrooms). The district has a pilot using an AI‑guided math tutor developed with Lehigh University integrated into IXL; a seventh‑grade teacher is testing the tool and university partners may observe before a broader recommendation is made.
Public comment and next steps
The comprehensive plan and related documents were placed on the district website and opened for 28 days of public comment. Administration said it will collect feedback, revise the documents as needed and bring a recommended plan to the board for approval in March.
Quotes from the meeting
"We looked at a number of data sources ... Math is our big area, K to 8," Kelly said of the comprehensive plan priorities.
"If we do receive that accreditation [MTSS artifacts], we would be the first in the Eastern Region to do so," Mr. Brehm (speaker 5) said regarding a draft SLD application and artifact compilation being prepared for a March review.
What this means
If approved in March, the comprehensive plan will shape district curriculum cycles, professional development priorities and intervention staffing decisions. Public feedback from the 28‑day comment period will be incorporated before final board action.
