Curriculum Updates
We take a proactive approach to maintaining a relevant curriculum for our students. We engage in a cyclical curriculum adoption process for all content areas to ensure that our students receive an education that will prepare them for a dynamic future.
The curriculum adoption process entails a thorough analysis of the current praxis, identifying strengths and weaknesses among student performance data. A committee is then established to review the data, examine the most successful research-based practices, determine a future scope and sequence of content, and evaluate materials to identify which will best meet the needs of students with the new scope and sequence. The new curriculum and its materials are then presented to the Board of Education for approval.
The newly adopted curriculum is written by teachers prior to the first semester of implementation. Extensive staff development is provided to teachers in the early stages of implementation, and support is maintained throughout the entire life of the adoption. Administrators and teachers periodically review the effectiveness of the curriculum, and revisions are made when necessary.
Parents are encouraged to become involved in our curriculum adoption process. If you are interested in contributing to the next curricular review of Mathematics (tentatively scheduled for 2012-2013) please contact our Director of Curriculum.
