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Paw Paw board adopts new K-5 English language arts curriculum for 2026-27
Summary
The board approved purchase and adoption of the Collaborative Literacy K-5 ELA curriculum for implementation in the 2026-27 school year; presenters cited site visits to Michigan schools and expected student benefits.
The Paw Paw Public Schools Board voted to adopt the Collaborative Literacy K-5 English Language Arts curriculum for use in district elementary buildings beginning in the 2026-27 school year. The motion to adopt and purchase the curriculum carried by unanimous vote (motion by Thomas Imus, supported by Nathan Mitchell).
Curriculum Director Susanne Carpenter and elementary principals Leah Barnes and Carolyn Murray described the program and shared that staff made site visits to several Michigan schools to evaluate the materials. Presenters said the program's attributes align with district goals for early literacy and classroom practice; during the meeting they noted anticipated benefits for student learning and alignment with elementary instruction.
The board approved purchase and implementation; specific deployment schedules and professional development plans were not detailed in the public minutes and will be prepared by the curriculum office.
