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Parents press for more rigorous academics, clarity on STEAM goals and comparative data
Summary
Public commenters urged the board to focus on academic rigor, clarify the STEAM program goal in the strategic plan, and provide comparative data on Alexandria students versus those from sending districts such as Del Val.
During public comment, parents pressed the board to focus on academic rigor and to clarify the goals of the district's STEAM program. Mr. Mano asked specifically about "the goal of the STEAM program in the strategic plan," and Ms. Mano asked how the district would evaluate success and the impact of shared services on student achievement.
Commenters also requested comparative data: "Mr. larkowski asked if there is data showing how Alexandria kids compare to students from other sending districts," including Del Val. Speakers said test scores are up but urged the board to place more emphasis on social‑emotional learning alongside academics.
