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Board approves Goal 2 monitoring report after district outlines targeted supports for Black male literacy
Summary
Board accepted a monitoring report focused on improving Black male literacy, heard evidence of cohort gains tied to differentiated instruction and GLEAM practices, and were told staff will present resource allocation plans in July. The motion passed 6–0.
The Des Moines Independent Comm School District board on June 18 approved its Goal 2 monitoring report, focused on raising ELA proficiency for Black male students, after the superintendent described targeted instructional practices and cohort gains.
Superintendent Dr Roberts said the district has seen increases in interim measures — noting interim goal 2A rose to 45.8% — and attributed that progress to differentiated instruction, cohort supports and culturally responsive practice implemented through the district’s GLEAM framework. He emphasized that gains are promising but work remains to scale improvements across schools.
Board members asked how quickly first‑grade and early‑reading measures will move, what time and scheduling adjustments will be needed, and whether budget amendments will follow. Dr Roberts said the team is working to identify resource reallocations and expected to present costed proposals and evidence of effective strategies at the July 9 meeting, including a plan to increase the number of interventionists and to refine principal coaching.
Board member Marano moved to accept the Goal 2 monitoring report (C2); Mayberry seconded. The board approved the motion 6–0.
The board requested additional specifics on timelines, interventions and measurable milestones for the next meeting and reiterated the district’s commitment to addressing disparities in outcomes for historically marginalized student groups.
