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Board approves multiple curriculum updates; trustee says linked resources were inaccessible
Summary
Trustees approved a package of new and updated curricula across grades and subjects but one trustee objected to voting because posted links did not allow inspection of the materials before approval.
The administration moved to approve a set of new and updated curricular resources spanning elementary art, science and reading programs through secondary technical and career courses. The motion covered multiple subject areas and followed the board’s prior review process; the board voted to approve the materials as presented.
A trustee said she had clicked the agenda links before the meeting and could not access the resources, and she objected to approving materials that she could not inspect. The trustee said, “I do have an issue with voting on something that I am not able to see since we are supposed to look through everything that is provided.” The board proceeded with the motion after discussion; no item was pulled for later review.
The approvals covered instructional materials and vendor resources that the administration said were reviewed by teachers and the curriculum committee. Trustees asked the administration to ensure that links are accessible in future agendas so members can adequately review supporting documents ahead of votes.
