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Public review set for social studies curriculum candidates April 16–27; final recommendation due June 3

South Umpqua School District Board of Directors · April 1, 2026
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Summary

Teachers piloted three social studies curricula (TCI, National Geographic Learning, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt). The public may review materials April 16–27, 2026; the board will receive a final recommendation on June 3 and purchase after July 1 for fall 2027 rollout.

Director of Teaching and Learning Ryan Savage told the board that social studies teachers reviewed three curriculum options through Douglas ESD and are piloting: Teachers Curriculum Institute (TCI), National Geographic Learning and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH). The district will open a public viewing period from April 16–27, 2026 to collect feedback.

Savage said a final recommendation will be presented to the board on June 3, 2026, with purchases to occur after July 1 and a planned implementation across district buildings in fall 2027.