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Board hears first reading on new French curriculum; five‑year license estimated at $17,000
Summary
World-language teachers recommended adopting a Wayside French curriculum (scored 95.5 vs. 64 for the alternative) that emphasizes ACTFL-aligned, communicative instruction; the board heard questions about assessment, piloting and implementation.
Teachers presented a first reading recommending adoption of a French curriculum from Wayside after a multi-year review and pilot. The department compared two publishers using an ACTFL-aligned rubric and recommended the more communication-focused materials, which the presenters said better support interpersonal, interpretive and presentational modes of language use.
Mr. Smith and department leaders described student feedback from the pilot and said the recommended five‑year license would cost approximately $17,000 for French 1–4 and include a class set for in‑room use. Board members asked about assessment, AP alignment and plans to monitor student outcomes after adoption; teachers proposed collecting student feedback and comparing results next year as part of a progress-monitoring plan. Because this was a first reading, the board did not vote but staff asked to return on consent if the board wishes to adopt.
