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Smith‑Green officials outline proposed math sequence, intervention checks and staffing updates
Summary
District presenters described plans to align junior high math so students take Algebra I in eighth grade, expand reading‑intervention testing, and reported resignations and student recognitions; the curriculum plan is a proposal and details will be worked out.
District presenters used the meeting to describe proposed changes to the junior high math sequence and to report routine staff and student items.
Presenter (S1) said the district is working to compact standards so students in grades 6 and 7 see more rigorous material to prepare for Algebra I in eighth grade. "But then that 8th grade year will be algebra 1," S1 said, describing the intended sequence. S1 added the district will review each course level to ensure geometry prerequisites are covered and plans to align a reading intervention program at the junior high, including baseline (back) testing to identify gaps.
Staff member (S3) presented a student spotlight: the student council ran a clothing drive that collected donations for Shepherd House and a sixth grader was singled out for notable contributions. S4 noted the veterans ceremony returned this year with Mr. Foley leading the event and positive community feedback. Committee member (S2) also announced resignations, including a high‑school teacher whose resignation is effective Jan. 15 and a resignation by Brandon Schreiner, a high math teacher; details about replacements and budget impacts were not specified.
Committee member (S2) asked for a preliminary blessing for a proposed Spanish trip to Italy in June 2028 but explicitly said the trip was "not a go" at this stage. Staff member (S4) summarized an amendment to the Title I parent‑involvement policy that was advanced from next year's draft to be considered for approval this year; the transcript indicates the amended notice will clarify parents' rights under the Title program.
Most substantive items in the discussion were described as proposals or informational reports; the meeting transcript does not record final action on the curriculum changes or the Title I amendment, nor does it include documented votes for the personnel‑related motions recorded elsewhere in the meeting. The district indicated it will continue work on course progression and intervention alignment before any final adoption.
