Deanna Catapano

This document provides an update on the Massapequa School District's Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) implementation, aligning it with the district's vision and mission to develop competent, educated, and well-rounded students. The plan emphasizes a whole-child approach by integrating academics, behavior, and social-emotional learning (SEL), fostering key habits and mindsets, and building confident leaders. Key components include a tiered framework for support, data-based decision-making, staff training (SEL/RULER, MTSS), ongoing professional development, and future phases extending to the 2026-2027 school year.

The Massapequa Public Schools has established a 'Profile of a Massapequa Learner and Leader' framework, which incorporates a new mission, vision, and five core competencies. This initiative, unveiled at the start of the 2024-2025 school year, aims to guide the district's strategic direction. The core competencies developed are 'Academic and Career-Minded Learner', 'Innovative and Creative Thinker', 'Collaborative and Communicative Team Player', 'Goal-Directed, Resilient, and Courageous Leader', and 'Responsible and Respectful Citizen'. The plan's objective is to cultivate the skills, character, and mindset necessary for students to thrive in a dynamic world.

The meeting included discussions on several key operational and academic matters. Initial proceedings involved a motion to conduct a code of conduct hearing regarding an amendment to Section 5365, specifically concerning the prohibition of electronic vehicles on school property, with a recommendation to ban possession by students under 16. Superintendent updates covered congratulations for student athletes and mock trial teams, the Massipa students Pay It Forward campaign resulting in over 400 donated backpacks and school supplies, and the success of the Burner Middle School production of Matilda. Student board members reported on feedback gathered from students regarding high satisfaction with extracurricular activities, open campus freedom, and various academic offerings, including meteorology, AP courses, and law. An update on the district-wide safety plan addressed the incorporation of a state-mandated cardiac emergency response plan, formalizing existing AED, CPR, and medical emergency annexes, with plans for a 30-day public review period before formal adoption. The concluding segment featured a comprehensive secondary curriculum update highlighting alignment with the district's five competencies, student achievement metrics such as college credits earned (5,118 by the previous graduating class), scholarship amounts ($14 million), and strong performance on AP exams, maintaining platinum status for college optimization rates.

This document outlines the Massapequa Public Schools' secondary curriculum update, focusing on the 2025-2026 Board of Education Goals related to student college and career pathways and K-12 learning opportunities. It details initiatives to empower student success by aligning programs with the 'Five Competencies of a Massapequa Learner and Leader,' reviewing student access, and enhancing 'real life learning' experiences. The plan aims to develop a future-ready education that prepares students as confident, capable leaders, with a timeline extending to 2026-2027 for a 'Diploma with Distinction'.

The Massapequa School District's strategic vision is to develop competent, educated, and well-rounded individuals who embody high standards of character, leadership, and citizenship. The plan focuses on providing a rigorous education that fosters critical thinking, resilience, and problem-solving skills, aiming to produce responsible and respectful citizens. Key strategic areas include strengthening academic excellence, promoting student success through diverse programs, ensuring fiscal responsibility, advancing capital improvements, enhancing safety and technology, and fostering strong community partnerships. The district emphasizes developing learners and leaders with competencies in citizenship, innovative thinking, academic career readiness, collaboration, and resilient leadership.