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Board approves introduction-to-data-science textbook for new course
Summary
The board approved the adoption of a new introduction-to-data-science textbook for a course positioned post–Algebra II (or concurrent), after staff described the evidence-based rubric used to select the resource and accessibility and assessment considerations.
The Wauwatosa School Board voted July 13 to approve a new textbook and resource for an Introduction to Data Science course designed for students after algebra II or concurrently.
A curriculum presenter said the course will draw on statistical standards embedded in the district's math standards and that the resource was selected using a rubric applied by a review team of educators. The presenter described the decision-analysis process, including use of a research-based NIRN tool to evaluate fit and need.
Board members asked how learning outcomes and standards will be communicated to families; the presenter said the curriculum team will bring clear unit scope, sequence and family-facing outcome documents back to the board. Staff also described accessibility reviews (print enlargement, audio, screen contrast, multiple modalities) and assessment formatting to support students with different learning needs.
Vote: the motion to approve the curriculum resource was seconded and carried by roll-call vote. The presenter said the course will be refined and brought back to the board with unit-level outcomes and communication plans for families.
Clarifying details: the presenter reported zero community inquiries about the resource during the review window and described the resource as the first in a wave of curricular reviews for elective areas.
