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Rice Elementary principal outlines CARE behavior program, new science curriculum and transition activities
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Summary
Rice Elementary principal presented building-level goals emphasizing CARE (Cooperation, Accountability, Respect, Empathy, Self-control), tiered behavior supports, the new Amplify science curriculum, assessment cadence, and upcoming kindergarten registration and transition activities.
Rice Elementary principal Mister Boley (S8) presented building-level goals and classroom examples to the board, highlighting social-emotional and instructional work at the school.
Boley described the CARE behavior program—Cooperation, Accountability, Respect, Empathy and Self-control—used in morning meetings and assemblies to build a welcoming school culture. He described a "mystery classroom" recognition program, incentive systems using Butler tickets and a school store, and tier 2 behavior supports including check-ins for students who struggle with behavior.
On instruction, the principal described professional development focused on structured literacy and the science of reading, an instructional hierarchy (acquisition, proficiency, generalization), and new hands-on science curriculum "Amplify" with inquiry-based lessons. Boley noted the school uses multiple screeners three times per year and adjusts intervention groups throughout the year.
Community and student activities highlighted included kindergarten registration (114 currently registered), second-grade transition visits to Iron Forge Elementary, and student-led fundraising: the Mini-THON and other PTO events. The principal thanked staff and volunteers and invited board members to view student artwork on display.
