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Combs board adopts early-literacy supplements; year-one cost about $77,926
Summary
The J O Combs Unified School District board approved two early-literacy supplemental programs (95% Group and Spalding). Administration estimated year-one costs at $77,926 and ongoing annual costs near $27,000 versus about $19,000 previously.
The J O Combs Unified School District governing board voted unanimously to adopt two supplemental early-literacy resources for elementary grades: the 95% Group program and Spalding materials.
Superintendent Dr. Wyman told the board the district's recommendation followed an earlier core-curriculum adoption; the supplemental purchase includes print materials that increase year-one costs. Administration estimated a year-one adoption cost of $77,926 because of print materials, with a recurring annual cost of roughly $27,000 thereafter. By comparison, the district previously averaged about $19,000 per year on the prior supplemental materials. Board discussion noted the higher up-front costs and that some year-one expenses are driven by one-time print purchases; long-term per-year costs will be lower.
The board approved the motion on a 5-0 vote. The administration said principals and teachers will be involved in implementation and that staff will coordinate training and distribution of materials with incoming leaders as needed.
What to expect next: Staff will implement the adoption, order materials, and schedule any required teacher training and implementation supports. The administration indicated it will present budget revision items and final implementation steps during the district's May budget study session, where members can review line-item impacts before finalizing next-year expenditures.
