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Superintendent announces new principal, training schedule and Kinder Jumpstart grant activities
Summary
Superintendent Kim reported the district hired James Ryze as principal, outlined upcoming professional-development sessions (CPR/Narcan, UFLI, I-Ready) and described a Kinder Jumpstart program funded by an ODE grant that served about 34 children, providing free activities and support.
Superintendent Kim opened her report by announcing the hire of James Ryze as principal for Central Howell and Pratham and said he would officially start the reporting period in mid-August. "James Ryze is back," she said, noting he previously served in the district as an assistant principal and athletic director.
Kim summarized planned professional development: first-aid/CPR/Narcan training for building administrators, UFLI training for K2 staff, 95% ELA training for grades 35, and i-Ready math training for K5 teachers. She said some Title I funds would help cover training costs. Kim also described a Kinder Jumpstart grant-funded program that registered about 34 children for summer activities, including free pool outings and classroom readiness events, and said a full report will follow once the program data are tabulated.
She also previewed a change to work-session formats that will bring board members into school buildings for tours and facility discussions to improve board familiarity with building conditions and needs.
