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Elementary students, principals outline equity plans and hands-on programs at two school presentations
Summary
Students and principals from Fernando Rivera and Woodro Wilson presented equity-focused goals, new UDL-aligned instruction and enrichment programs — including gardening, arts, coding and intramurals — and trustees asked about partnerships, facility approvals and funding sources.
Fernando Rivera and Woodro Wilson schools presented their 2025–26 equity goals, instructional strategies and enrichment programs to the Jefferson Elementary School District Board of Trustees during the board’s regular meeting.
Principal Melissa Meiselle of Fernando Rivera told trustees the school is using Local Control Accountability Plan data, CAASPP results and Panorama surveys to target academics, engagement and belonging. "Equity is about noticing what students need and acknowledging there's so many obstacles," Meiselle said, describing a focus on targeted interventions and a new math curriculum built around Universal Design for Learning. She added that Fernando is roughly "4% away" from its 60% proficiency…
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