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State Board approves first three STIP goals, including 3rd-grade literacy and pre-K expansion
Summary
The State Board of Education unanimously approved three initial five-year goals — increasing 3rd-grade literacy, expanding state-funded pre-K seats, and improving 8th-grade math — while members asked staff to refine measurements and district supports.
The State Board of Education voted unanimously to adopt three initial STIP goals: raising 3rd-grade English-language arts proficiency, expanding state-funded pre-K seats, and boosting 8th-grade math achievement. President Dockweiler called for a motion; Member Dawson Owens moved and the motion "passes unanimously."
Board members generally supported ambitious targets but emphasized feasibility and calibration. As Deputy Palmer said, "I would suggest setting some baseline metrics and then we come back and recalibrate with a new data," noting state assessments and benchmarks may change and will require adjustment. Members raised concerns about the board's authority over pre-K and urged collaborating with districts and the legislature to ensure reliable data, while others emphasized growth-based measures and district-level customization.
