The community advisory committee presented a detailed report on facility upgrades, outlining a proposal that includes specific enhancements and a maximum budget deemed acceptable by the community. This proposal, informed by a community thought exchange, identifies urgent needs in classroom modernization, bathroom repairs, and HVAC systems. The inclusion of full-day kindergarten was also highlighted as a community priority. The committee is scheduled to review the final proposal in September, with the board expected to vote on it shortly after. Dr. Raymond González noted the positive outcomes of the district’s strategic plan’s first year, particularly in teaching, learning, and student engagement.

Further focusing on academic excellence, the board acknowledged the presentation of revised curricula for key subjects such as mathematics, English and language arts, social studies, computer science, and technology. The revisions aim to make curricular documents more accessible to parents, a response to community requests. Emphasizing the importance of keeping teachers in the classroom, the curriculum writing process has been scheduled for the summer months. The modernized curricula, which highlight data literacy, foundational skills, and critical thinking, are set to be available on the district’s website, with a new interface expected to be operational by early 2025.

Another discussion point was the physical condition of school fields. The architects reported on soil sampling conducted at all fields, proposing a plan to improve the grass fields’ health, with particular attention to an overused section at Edison. Phase one of the improvements at Roosevelt is nearing completion, pending some roof capping and repairs. The appointment of a new assistant grounds supervisor, Armando Coret, was also confirmed.

Financially, the board highlighted savings on health benefits and approved the placement of $3 million into the capital reserve. Additionally, the board expressed gratitude for donations from the Tamak PTO and the Rotary Club of Westfield, which were acknowledged before approving the finance section unanimously, with one abstention.

Governance items received unanimous support, with two abstentions noted, and no public comments were presented during the public comment session on agenda action items. Similarly, the policy section was unanimously approved after a motion and second. During the curriculum instruction assessment items discussion, a board member appreciated the curricular changes. This segment was unanimously approved as well.