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Principal Sean Martinson details literacy, science and on-site mental‑health supports at West Rapids Elementary
Summary
At a Grand Rapids Public School District work session, West Rapids Principal Sean Martinson outlined the school action plan — focusing on foundational literacy (UFLI), second‑year Witten Wisdom ELA pacing, weekly science lessons for K–4, and on-site mental‑health services through North Homes and an Anishinaabe student advocate.
West Rapids Elementary Principal Sean Martinson told the Grand Rapids Public School District board that the school’s action plan prioritizes foundational literacy, consistent ELA pacing and dedicated science instruction while expanding on‑site mental‑health and cultural supports. "I'd like to walk you through our school action plan," Martinson said, noting the building serves 511 students plus about 45 preschoolers and that roughly "97 percent of our students are screened" each season.
Martinson said the school is implementing foundational literacy instruction using UFLI in K–2 and is in Year 2 of the district’s Witten…
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