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Integrated programs report: reading growth noted but district remains short of goals
Summary
Program reports show progress in reading and 9th‑grade on‑track measures; high school passage on the state test was reported at 68% (discussed against a stated 48% benchmark) and the Integrated Programs report said the district was about 3.1% from its target with 2.41% progress last cycle.
District staff presented program reports on restraints and seclusions, ELL compliance, Title programs, and the 2024–25 Integrated Programs Annual Report. Mr. Dyer presented ELL and Title information and said Cascade served students in 16 languages districtwide and reported that "we have 68% of high school students passing the state test," while noting the state expectation referenced in the discussion as 48%.
The Integrated Programs presentation focused on 9th‑grade on‑track measures and closing achievement gaps. Mr. Dyer said reading scores are growing but the district has not yet met its district goal; the report stated the district was about 3.1% away from its stated target and achieved 2.41% progress over the reporting period. Administrators identified barriers including writing, comprehension of longer passages and limited academic stamina, and outlined continuing interventions across K–12.
Board members asked clarifying questions about grade‑level distribution and parent engagement; Mr. Dyer confirmed the ELD compliance materials and state comparison were attached to his packet. Staff said further analysis will continue and that progress monitoring will be reported in subsequent meetings.
