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Board approves Youth Link summer program to support struggling 2nd and 3rd graders
Summary
Trustees approved a Youth Link contract to run two summer sessions (first May 4–18) offering remediation for 2nd and 3rd graders who fail the spring literacy assessment; teachers will work 20 hours and students will attend roughly 90 minutes daily; students who fail twice face retention per district practice.
The Greater Clark County Schools Board of Trustees on March 10 approved a Youth Link agreement to expand summer-school services targeted at 2nd- and 3rd-grade students who do not pass the spring literacy assessment.
Dr. Harlage described a two-session plan: a first session May 4–18 (with a pause for Election Day) and a short second session after the school year for students who do not reach proficiency in the first round. "The implications of that are the students are retained," Dr. Harlage said when asked about outcomes for students who do not pass after the second administration. Staff described the program as an extension of the school day with students attending about an hour and a half daily; participating teachers will work roughly 20 hours during the session.
Staff said principals and teachers will conference with parents beginning immediately after spring break and that Youth Link will handle hiring logistics and payroll tasks under the contract. The board moved, seconded and approved the agreement by voice vote.
Board members discussed limited exemptions and alternate assessments for students with severe needs and emphasized remediation to avoid retention where possible. Staff will monitor outcomes and report back on effectiveness.
