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Gresham-Barlow board reviews K–8 social studies curriculum proposals in first reading
Summary
At its April 23 work session the Gresham‑Barlow School District board heard a first reading on proposed K–8 social studies adoptions: K–2 picture‑book supplements with McGraw Hill Wonders, grades 3–5 TCI Social Studies Alive (7‑year subscription ~ $346,000), and middle‑school TCI History Alive (7‑year subscription ~ $445,132).
Gresham‑Barlow School District board members on April 23 received a first reading of recommended social studies instructional materials for the 2026–27 school year, including proposals that would affect kindergarten through middle school.
District presenters said adoption teams and pilots guided the recommendations. "The K–2 adoption team is proposing to adopt McGraw Hill Wonders . . . and the K–2 team is also proposing adoption of some picture books to supplement the standards," a district presenter explained, and staff identified Teachers Curriculum Institute materials for grades 3–5 and middle school. Staff told the board the 7‑year subscription for third through…
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