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Vicksburg board adopts new K–5 science core resource
Summary
The Vicksburg Community Schools Board approved a new K–5 science core program emphasizing hands‑on learning, standards alignment, and staff training; the adoption passed unanimously after presenters outlined costs and training needs.
The Vicksburg Community Schools Board of Education voted March 9 to adopt a new K–5 science core resource aimed at increasing hands‑on, standards‑based instruction in elementary classrooms.
Presenters Sami Buell and Michael Schimp described the program as focused on student exploration and teacher ease‑of‑use; curriculum coordinator Jen Teall provided a cost and training breakdown for rollout. "They have been looking for more hands-on learning, exploration, standard based, and ease of use for students/staff," the minutes record. The board approved the proposal on a motion by Tina Forsyth, seconded by Lucas Hillard; the motion carried unanimously.
The district will schedule staff training as part of implementation; the minutes note a cost and training package was presented but do not specify exact dollar amounts in the record. The approval authorizes district staff to proceed with procurement and training planning under existing budget authority.
