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Five teachers recognized for strong 'stretch growth' on I Ready

Escondido Union School District Board · October 9, 2025
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District leaders spotlighted five teachers with exceptional 'stretch growth' results: multiple teachers reported 55–80% of their students meeting 100% of stretch targets in reading and/or math; certificates will be delivered to teachers not present.

The board recognized five teachers for notable stretch-growth results on I Ready assessments. Administrators said the recognition was meant to personalize successful outcomes: Kim Herrera (Miller Elementary) reportedly had 55% of her students meet 100% of stretch growth in reading and 41% in math; Matt Downen (Bernardo Elementary) reported 61% of his students reached 100% stretch growth in both ELA and math; Carrie Morey (Reedy Creek) reported 68% reading and 50% math; Adais Sandoval Diaz posted 60% reading and 80% math; and Aide Roxas (Glenview) had 60% reading and 72% math.

Superintendent and district leadership praised the teachers and said certificates would be delivered to those who were not present. Board members in discussion commended the domain-level breakdowns and suggested increased exposure to reading and writing could help address vocabulary and comprehension gaps identified in the district data.