Lisa Miller

The meeting focused on the integration of health studies within the English Language Arts (ELA) and Physical Education (PE) curricula for elementary students. Key topics included the shift toward using the CKLA curriculum for delivering health-related concepts, the maintenance of existing non-consumable Great Body Shop materials, the impact of budget-driven reductions in elementary specialist positions on the instructional model, and the implementation of social-emotional learning standards. The board discussed the importance of student health literacy, teacher training, and maintaining fidelity to state statutes and board policies during this curriculum transition.

This document outlines a strategic plan to enhance the 4-Year Graduation Rate and ensure students are College, Career, Life Ready. Key initiatives include ensuring equitable access to rigorous curriculum, exposing students to college and career opportunities, aligning secondary coursework into career pathways, fostering essential life skills, and providing professional development. Strategic action steps cover curriculum implementation, instructional improvements, data-driven discussions for intervention, and multi-tiered systems of support. The plan aims to increase the four-year graduation rate from 81% in June 2023 to 90% in June 2028, preparing all students for success in post-secondary education and training, leading to productive and prosperous lives.

This document outlines an outcome monitoring plan focused on increasing 8th-grade math proficiency on the AK STAR state summative assessment from 34.5% in May 2023 to 41.5% in May 2028. Key strategic action steps include strengthening Tier 1 instruction with evidence-based materials, utilizing a research-based Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) fidelity framework for equitable academic and behavioral interventions, and leveraging Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) for data-driven instructional improvement. Universal action steps also involve ensuring instructional alignment to inclusive practices, designing comprehensive onboarding for new teachers, and establishing leadership structures for monitoring instructional fidelity. The plan aims to prepare students for success in high school math and future opportunities.

This document details a strategic plan focused on enhancing early reading proficiency across grades K-3. Its main priorities include increasing the percentage of K-1 students at or above reading benchmarks to 80% by Spring 2028, and similarly raising grade 2 student proficiency to 80% by Spring 2028, alongside an increase in grade 3 ELA proficiency to 46.4% by May 2028. Key action steps involve strengthening Tier 1 instruction using high-quality materials, implementing a research-based MTSS fidelity framework, and leveraging Professional Learning Communities to improve literacy outcomes. The overarching vision is to ensure students achieve grade-level reading proficiency by the end of third grade, preparing them for future success in life.

The committee discussed the internal audit plan for the school year, prioritizing audits on procurement cards, agendas, building access controls, and correspondence allotment usage. Additionally, budget transfers were addressed, including the funding of shelf-stable meals for student nutrition and the implementation of mobile metal detectors at high schools to mitigate weapons-related issues.