Sam Brewer

The meeting featured a presentation from Stanton Elementary School highlighting the implementation of AVID strategies to promote college and career readiness among students. Key discussion topics included the adoption of a school-wide color-coding organizational system and the use of Cornell-style note-taking across various grade levels. Additionally, the board recognized an outstanding student and a volunteer for their contributions to the school community.

The board meeting featured a report from the Alma State Preschool regarding their music program and its developmental benefits for students. Additionally, the principal of Proctor Elementary gave a presentation on neurodiversity, highlighting the importance of understanding learning differences rather than viewing them as deficits. The discussion included strategies for academic support, the implementation of structured recess activities to foster social-emotional growth, and the benefits of a growth mindset in an educational environment. The meeting concluded with the recognition of an outstanding student and an exceptional volunteer from the Proctor Elementary community.

The Board of Education meeting included an action taken in closed session to approve the non-reelection of a certificated employee for the 2026-2027 school year. The open session focused on a presentation from Marshall Elementary School regarding their inclusive learning environment and culture, followed by the recognition of an outstanding student and two outstanding volunteers for their contributions to the school community.

The Board of Education held a meeting where they discussed the non-reelection of a certified employee, the school mission statement, and public comment procedures. A presentation was given by Creekside Middle School regarding their visual and performing arts programs, including band, orchestra, choir, and poetry units. Additionally, the Board honored a student with an outstanding achievement award.

The board meeting focused on advancing equity at Castro Valley Elementary School through culturally responsive teaching strategies informed by neuroscience research. Discussions highlighted the importance of creating safe, supportive learning environments to optimize student academic potential. The board also reviewed preliminary survey data evaluating the effectiveness of recent professional development focused on these practices and recognized an outstanding student and a volunteer for their contributions to the school community.