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Washington Elementary named School of the Month; staff outline reading, math and SEL goals
Summary
Washington Elementary presented as School of the Month. Staff described a 2% spring proficiency increase target on I-Ready in reading and math, focused comprehension strategies, book buddies, and SEL initiatives including monthly themes and counselor group work.
Washington Elementary was recognized as the district’s School of the Month and staff presented progress on instructional and social-emotional goals.
Presenters described a reading goal tied to the I-Ready diagnostic (aiming for a 2% spring increase over last year), with comprehension identified as the lowest-performing domain. The school has implemented targeted comprehension strategies, book-buddy pairings (older students paired with younger students), family communication tools, and progress monitoring of comprehension standards to drive improvement. Staff reported that about 60% of students were in the I-Ready green band at midyear and that grade-level bands are working toward an overall proficiency goal of 76% on comprehension essential standards.
On math, staff described an "ideal math lesson" rubric used for classroom observations, a spiral review to revisit previously taught standards, peer observations and feedback, and ongoing work on math vocabulary. The presenters also summarized SEL and connectedness work (monthly themes, counselor groups), and invited the public to a May 5 choral concert featuring Washington and other elementary choruses.
Board members praised the presentation and asked questions about the Wilson-to-Washington transition; presenters reported the transition went smoothly with targeted check-ins and combined PTO events aiding acclimation.
Next steps: continue progress monitoring, implement targeted interventions for bottom‑quartile students, and sustain family engagement efforts.
