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Elementary principal reports strong assessment gains; about 70% meeting grade level

New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education · April 27, 2026
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Summary

Elementary Principal Melissa Lijewski reported student assessment results showing strong growth on DIBELS and NWEA, with approximately 70% of students meeting grade-level expectations; she highlighted Tier II PBIS work, restorative practices, and family engagement events.

Elementary Principal Melissa Lijewski presented the school's 2025–26 building goals and assessment results at the board's April 27 meeting, reporting growth on DIBELS and NWEA measures and stating that "approximately 70% [are] meeting grade-level expectations."

Lijewski described a focus on Tier II PBIS interventions, restorative practices and increased staff input on decision-making. She cited family engagement events including STEAM Night and Title & Spanish Night as contributing to community connection and emphasized ongoing progress monitoring through data meetings.

Board members acknowledged the results and thanked staff for responsive interventions; no formal action was required on the presentation.