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District describes $2.86M intensive program: state accountability, grant conditions and sustainability concerns
Summary
Cabinet presented an Intensive Program proposal funded at $2.86 million over four years, with advisory bodies, PDSA cycles and plans to braid funding after year four; the board asked about sustainability, inter-district comparisons and the program's shift from opt-in to state accountability requirements.
Collaborator Newton explained an Intensive Program aimed at advancing equity, community engagement and district systems, describing advisory and stewarding bodies, Student Success Team collaboration, and PDSA cycles for continuous improvement. Newton stated the grant amount is "$2.86M over 4 years, conditional on approval," and said the program is in Year 3 of implementation with collaboration among three other districts.
Chair Betsy Hege asked how other Oregon districts approached the model and raised questions about long-term funding once grant dollars expire. Superintendent Carolyn Bernal and Newton said the program is currently opt-in but will be required under the state accountability act; districts that do not make progress will receive coaching or intensive supports. Board members requested clearer sustainability planning and details on how positions funded by the grant might be maintained after the four-year window.
