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Assistant Superintendent Thornton presented proposed Policy 31.16 to address barriers for students in foster care; she said the policy codifies existing district practices, includes a designated foster-care liaison, and is required by state law and consistent with a model policy.
Washington / School Districts / Pasco School District
Several parents, teachers and students urged the Pasco School Board to support an upcoming levy renewal, describing potential program cuts and warning that a levy failure could cost the district tens of millions when matching funds are considered.
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The district told the board it added a third Board Certified Behavior Analyst this year and is using BCBAs to build staff capacity, provide assessments and guide interventions under an MTSS framework.
Washington / School Districts / Pasco School District
District staff described an MTSS-based early warning system that flags ninth graders showing early signs of risk; Pasco defines "on track" as earning at least six required credits by the end of ninth grade and uses targeted interventions such as Hawk Time.
Washington / School Districts / Pasco School District
District staff recommended Descubre as the Spanish core curriculum with Somos as a supplemental resource and recommended a French program; Somos carries a one‑time cost of $400 per teacher and the Japanese adoption will be brought forward later this year.
Washington / School Districts / Pasco School District
The board reviewed proposed updates to student discipline (Policy 3300) and professional conduct (Policy 5121) to align with OSPI and WAC guidance, and Assistant Superintendent Sarah Thornton read a PERC decision finding one unfair labor practice and explained the district will abide by the ordered remedies.
Washington / School Districts / Pasco School District
The Pasco School Board unanimously approved Resolution 10‑65 expressing the board's support for a replacement educational programs and operations levy that will appear on the April 28, 2026 ballot, after hearing public comments from parents, teachers and student representatives urging community outreach.
Washington / School Districts / Pasco School District
The Pasco School Board voted to place a four-year replacement educational programs and operations levy on the April 28 ballot at an estimated rate of $2.08 per $1,000 after staff presented revenue scenarios and months of public comment. The board also appointed pro and con committee members for the Franklin County voters pamphlet.
Washington / School Districts / Pasco School District
After the Franklin County auditor reported a 49.73% yes vote, the Pasco School Board reviewed three date and rate scenarios for a replacement levy (April, August, November) and directed staff to prepare April‑ballot options — including $2.08 and $1.99 rates and two‑ and four‑year durations — for a Tuesday decision before the county filing deadline.
Washington / School Districts / Pasco School District
Principals from Maya Angelou, Franklin and Markham Elementary reported midyear progress on literacy, math and social-emotional goals using a one-page data snapshot; schools highlighted improved attendance, a 10% literacy/math target, math-fact fluency routines and requests for district support and volunteer engagement.