1. K-1 Literacy Pilot Update
Zena Stenvik, Dir. Teaching and Learning
Tara Thukral, Curriculum Coordinator
May 9, 2017

4. Informational Update May 23, 2017 Governance Question:
Approve the adoption of Wonders curriculum to be implemented in K-1 classrooms beginning Fall

5. Pilot Timeline
June - August 2016
T & L reviewed multiple curricula using a needs assessment conducted by our K-1 teachers
November 2016
All K-1 Teachers participated in presentations from top 3 curricula and voted for their choice to narrow the selection to top 2 curricula
December January 2017
T & L conducted research on curricula and reached out to districts using the products

6. Pilot Timeline
February- March 2017
Eight teachers across all three elementary schools piloted each of the top 2 curricula for 4 weeks
April 2017
Findings were presented to the elementary principals, K-5 Literacy Leads and the World’s Best Workforce Committee
May 2017
Present recommendation to School Board
May - August 2017
If approved, purchase materials
School Year
Implementation and Professional Development

7. Feedback from Pilot Teachers about Wonders
Students were engaged and excited about literacy
Books were thematic and leveled which allowed all students to access the information
Students exposed to many pieces of literature (nonfiction and fiction)
Many forms of writing
Digital and print resources were very
student and teacher-friendly
Students growth evident through assessments

8. Implementation Plan for 2017-2018
Materials
Purchase teacher materials in May/June 2017 to use this school year
Student materials will be purchased in July 2017 and ready for teachers in August
Professional Development
Offer optional training in June
August back to school training
Training/Support throughout the school year

9. May 23, 2017 Governance Question:
Approve the adoption of Wonders curriculum to be implemented in K-1 classrooms beginning Fall 2017.