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Board adopts teacher‑recommended math program for Mesolonsky Middle School
Summary
Following a teacher‑driven review, the RSU 18 board unanimously approved a new math program for Mesolonsky Middle School, with members stressing the need for professional development to ensure consistent implementation.
The RSU 18 school board unanimously approved a new math program for Mesolonsky Middle School after presentations and committee review that emphasized teacher support and instructional resources.
Board members and administrators described the program as teacher-driven and rich in materials, saying it would give classroom teachers consistent resources across the grade levels. "Even you could teach from these books," one board member said after reviewing the materials presented by the curriculum council. Members encouraged pairing the adoption with professional development to ensure teachers can implement the curriculum effectively.
Administrators said the curriculum council vetted the program and that teachers who participated in the presentation were enthusiastic about the resource. The vote was taken after a motion to approve the program and was declared unanimous by the chair; no roll-call tally was recorded.
The board directed staff to move forward with adoption plans and to include implementation supports for teachers in the rollout schedule.
