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Board approves Teachtown adaptive curriculum for preK and K–12 adaptive classes
Summary
Director Wilson recommended and the board approved switching the district's adaptive preK and K–12 curriculum from Unique Learning Systems to Teachtown, citing broader grade bands and better fit for students with wide-ranging skills; funding will come from PRC60 rollover and a potential state grant.
The board approved a recommendation from Director Wilson to adopt Teachtown as the district’s adaptive preK and K–12 curriculum, replacing Unique Learning Systems. Wilson said Teachtown offers an open grade band, integrated adaptive literature and built‑in benchmarks that better allow teachers to meet students at their instructional level.
Wilson said teachers who participated in a demonstration were enthusiastic about Teachtown and that the district has rollover PRC60 funds to cover initial costs; staff are also pursuing a state grant to offset future payments. The proposed contract durations and a five‑year pricing structure were discussed; Wilson said she expected some state grant reimbursement and that the district would track growth metrics and unit assessments to support grant reporting.
Board members asked about the implementation burden during Oakwood/South relocation and about teacher training; Wilson said teachers had seen demos and training would be provided. With funding available in current program rollover funds, a motion to approve was made and carried.
