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District staff recommend new secondary science materials after multi‑teacher pilot

Pasadena Unified School District Board of Education · March 27, 2026
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Summary

Staff recommended a phased adoption of new secondary science textbooks and digital materials (Amplify for middle grades; National Geographic/SABAS/HMH for high‑school subjects) after a district pilot and teacher feedback; presenters stressed training, technology and budget needs for implementation.

District staff presented results from a multi‑teacher pilot of secondary science materials and recommended a phased adoption that pairs printed and digital resources.

Ashley Butler, a literacy and curriculum specialist, walked trustees through pilot findings: middle‑grade teachers favored Amplify for engagement…

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