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Sulphur Springs Union adopts Amplify K–6 English language arts program
Summary
The board voted April 30 to adopt Amplify CKLA for K–5 and Amplify for 6th grade beginning in 2025–26 after pilots of Amplify, Benchmark Advanced and Wonders; the motion passed 5‑0.
The Sulphur Springs Union School District board voted unanimously April 30 to adopt a new K–6 English language arts curriculum, approving Amplify CKLA for kindergarten through fifth grade and Amplify for sixth grade to begin in the 2025–26 school year. The recommendation followed a district pilot that reviewed three state‑approved programs: Amplify, Benchmark Advanced and Wonders.
Julie McBride, Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services, told trustees that pilot teachers and administrators reviewed materials multiple times to identify a research‑based, standards‑aligned program that supports foundational skills and engagement. The motion to adopt was made by Mrs. Paola Jellings, seconded by Mrs. Lori MacDonald, and passed 5‑0 by voice vote.
The adoption is intended to provide consistent, districtwide instructional materials and support teachers in delivering complex texts and academic language. The board did not record any abstentions or a roll‑call dissent on the adoption vote; subsequent implementation details and staff training plans were not specified in the posted minutes.
