USD 445 leadership is celebrating improved test scores across the district.

 

At last night's USD 445 Board of Education meeting, Assistant Superintendent of Learning Services Lora Stalford presented an academic data report. The most recent data shows the percentage of students performing in the top two levels of growth has increased 37% in math and 21% in reading. Stalford says this information comes from internal testing conducted across the district three times a year.

 

Through testing, student growth levels can be categorized into accelerated, typical, slight or no growth categories. Stalford says data can be analyzed down to the classroom level and interventions for reading and math are then put into place for students who are struggling.

 

In other business, the board received an issue-free audit report, accepted resignations and retirements and approved contracts for district personnel.