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Board reviews Amplify CKLA after successful 3rd-grade pilot; spring pilots for other grades planned
Summary
Jackie Tivador recommended adopting Amplify CKLA (3rd edition) for grades K–4 after a 3rd-grade pilot, describing the curriculum as a "knowledge-building" approach that emphasizes print-based learning and minimal screen time; pilots for grades 1, 2 and 4 will run this spring.
Jackie Tivador presented the results of a 3rd-grade pilot and recommended the district adopt the third edition of Amplify CKLA for grades K–4, saying the program advances a "knowledge-building" approach that integrates phonics with reading and writing standards and promotes vertical consistency across grades. She said the transition would emphasize print-based learning and "minimal screen time" and that components for grades 1, 2 and 4 will be piloted this spring to prepare for fall implementation.
During public comment, the board heard emailed support from J and JP Graziano and an in-person follow-up from student Maeve D.; earlier emailed comments from S. Deininger raised concerns about the French program. The board did not take a final adoption vote at this meeting but received the recommendation and scheduled further piloting and staff training (LETRS) for Kindergarten and 1st-grade teachers.
