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Board approves SPSAs after principals report strong midyear growth and warn of combo-class risks
Summary
Principals from Taft and Garfield presented School Plans for Student Achievement showing strong midyear gains in attendance and academic growth; both SPSAs were approved by the board, while principals warned that k-2 combo classes and staff turnover could threaten sustained progress.
The board heard school-by-school presentations and approved two School Plans for Student Achievement (SPSAs).
Taft Principal David Lee said Taft has reduced suspensions and chronic absenteeism through PBIS and a community-school specialist supported by a grant; he highlighted targeted grouping for English learners, expanded tutoring and an approach that uses…
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