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Board adopts new social studies materials for grades 4–12 after teacher presentations
Summary
After presentations and pilot reports from classroom teachers, the board approved the adoption of social studies materials (grades 4–12) emphasizing digital adaptability and Spanish translations; the board approved the adoption by voice vote.
Teachers and administrators presented the recommended social studies adoption for grades 4–12 and explained pilot experiences, Spanish-language availability and adaptive digital features. Christine Brown (speaker 1) and other teachers described classroom reactions: "we had 26 community partners, well over 650 people come through the doors" during a recent family event and reported student enthusiasm for the new materials’ interactive elements.
Tracy Yates and other classroom pilots highlighted My World Interactive for elementary grades (5th-grade consumables and a digital platform with adaptive lexile levels and built-in supports), while secondary pilots tested World Connections and a U.S. history text from TCI. Presenters emphasized Spanish translations for primary sources, modular lesson design, and the ability to lower lexile levels for students who need accommodations. The superintendent noted price is a negotiated, state-contract ballpark and recommended moving forward; the board moved, seconded and approved adoption by voice vote.
Board discussion included clarification that consumable 5th-grade workbooks are intended for student use and take-home activities, and that negotiated purchases will go through the district’s Northwest Textbook state contract. The motion to adopt carried on a voice vote; the district will finalize procurement and report back on pricing details.
