Curriculum Committee

Meeting of 3-4-03

Members present:  Eileen Haggard, Shayla Mettille, Sue Clark, Becky Horine, Leslie LeBlanc

1. A query was made by the math rep. via e-mail as to where we stand with math textbook adoption.  Since last fall we agreed to wait until next fall when textbook adoption comes up for math.  Consensus was that we keep the same text and order as soon as we can next year.  Sufficient curriculum math materials are on hand to begin the 2003-04 year.

2. Report Cards:  Grade level recommendations were made last month.  However, 1st grade wants to revisit their proposal.  They would like to go to something besides grades--to recreate a report card in all major skill areas.  This would perhaps be developmentally appropriate for children than grades, according to the 1st grade.   Teachers would still have grades, but not give them to parents. Concern was voiced that without grades it would be difficult to show that standards are being met. Also, grades communicate "level". We will check with Mr. McCaw as to where this issue goes now.

3. First grade does not support STI; other grade levels do. In general the committee does. 

4. Value of conferencing with parents was stressed--many positives.

5. PSPs (Personal Service Plans) for current ESL students are ready for ESL Subcommittee approval after the next faculty meeting.