Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the Academic Performance topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Cascade Jr. High posts stronger ELPA results; science curriculum recognized
Summary
Junior High Principal reported ELPA success for Cascade Jr. High at 20% compared with 7% statewide; the school received a District of Distinction for science improvements tied to the new TWIG curriculum.
At the June 9 meeting, Junior High Principal Ms. LeDay reported that recently received English Language Proficiency Assessment (ELPA) results showed Cascade Junior High students had a 20% success rate, compared with a statewide success rate of 7%.
Ms. LeDay credited teachers and staff, including Jackie Everitt and assistant Alondra Valera Mora, for strong preparation and noted science teachers' adoption of the TWIG curriculum contributed to measurable improvement; the junior high was recognized as a District of Distinction for the gains. The school plans to celebrate staff with a catered lunch.
Why it matters: ELPA results measure English-language proficiency and affect program planning, supports, and federal/state reporting. Cascade Jr. High’s results exceed statewide averages and were highlighted by the principal as evidence of targeted instructional work.
Provenance: report delivered by Ms. LeDay in the Superintendent/Principal reports portion of the meeting.
