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Gleason Lake Elementary outlines growth goals and 'Building Thinking Classrooms' strategies
Summary
Gleason Lake Elementary presented its school growth plan and a 'Building Thinking Classrooms' instructional approach, with a literacy growth target to increase students meeting fall‑to‑spring reading growth from 58.3% to 61.3% by May 31, 2025. The presentation described classroom routines and engagement strategies.
Gleason Lake Elementary staff presented a School Spotlight to the board on May 12, describing the school's growth plan and instructional practices under the "Building Thinking Classrooms" framework. The packet and presentation cite a targeted academic achievement goal: increasing the percentage of K–5 students demonstrating fall‑to‑spring growth in Fastbridge early reading measures from 58.3% (Spring 2024 baseline) to 61.3% by Spring 2025.
Presenters described classroom strategies intended to increase student thinking and engagement, including visibly random groups, vertical non‑permanent surfaces, Gallery Walks and structured protocols (3‑2‑1 & Share, Wrap Around). The spotlight also called out family partnership and culturally responsive practices as part of the school's approach to Tier 1 instruction and to meeting district strategic directions.
The presentation provided concrete examples of classroom structures the school is using to accelerate reading and engagement. District and school leaders framed the work as aligned to district strategic directions focused on quality daily experiences and high‑quality instruction.
