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District year-end curriculum review highlights student growth, expanded programs and new initiatives
Summary
Assistant superintendent Dr. Herrera presented a year-end curriculum and instruction review: the district serves nearly 9,000 students, FAFSA completion and scholarship totals were highlighted, ELPAC reclassification gains were reported, and plans include iPad rollout, AI guidance and a newcomer center.
Dr. Herrera guided trustees through the curriculum and instruction year-end review, noting the district serves "nearly 9,000 students, so 8,900 students across those 5 sites." He highlighted achievement gains: more than 200 English learners reclassified this year, a 97.3% LPAC testing completion rate, increased numbers scoring in higher ELPAC bands (182 scoring a 4 this year versus 109 last year) and a reported 95% graduation rate and $550,000 in scholarships awarded at Santa Maria High School.
The presentation showcased program expansions: Prop 28 funds supporting expanded visual and performing arts at Pioneer Valley High School, a new pre-apprenticeship program in construction, robotics course credit expansions, and a planned device transition from laptops to iPads. Dr. Herrera also outlined supports for newcomer families (a newcomer center at the Lincoln Center anticipated in 2026-27), technology rollouts and professional learning initiatives.
