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Strategic plan update: district sees gains in early reading but large gaps and low middle-school math
Summary
Presenter Javier del Rio told the board that third-grade reading proficiency rose to 61% (iReady) from 53% two years prior, while OSAS figures moved from 29% to 36%; eighth-grade math proficiency remains low (19% OSAS, 23% iReady). Board members pressed for stronger instruction and high-dosage tutoring.
Javier del Rio presented the districts strategic plan update, reporting measurable gains in early literacy alongside persistent subgroup gaps. According to the presentation, third-grade reading proficiency increased from 53% to 61% on iReady over two years and from 29% to 36% on OSAS testing during the same period. The update noted significant achievement gaps among subgroups that require targeted interventions.
Board members expressed concern about middle-school math outcomes: only 19% of students met state standards in eighth-grade math on OSAS and 23% met standards on iReady. The board emphasized improving instructional practice, expanding high-dosage tutoring and experimenting with innovative supports for teachers and students. Members also discussed the importance of clear public messaging about the districts goals and achievements to help families and the community understand progress and needs.
