The District follows the state schedule for textbook adoption and reviews books on the state-approved list when choosing texts. Committees of teachers, administrators, and parents review and evaluate textbook materials. When a selection is made, a recommendation goes to the Board of Education for approval. Two new programs were implemented in District schools during 1997-98. Other materials that support instruction are library resources, instructional videos, laser disks, instructional television, computer hardware and software, and CD ROMs.
Work is showcased in our office by grade level.
Parents are invited to come and see the samples of fine work on display monthly. The District provides opportunities for teachers to develop their instructional leadership skills by funding two language arts, two mathematics, and one science teacher leader at each school site. These teacher leaders serve as communication liaisons between the District Office and school site. The training they receive equips them with the knowledge, techniques, and strategies necessary to train their colleagues. These representatives also receive training that enables them to lend technology assistance to their fellow teachers.