Policy 6300 – Curriculum Development and Improvement

A prekindergarten through twelfth grade curriculum shall be established and maintained in accordance with state law, the needs of society, the local community, and the individual student.

The District’s academic content standards adopted by the School Board shall serve as the basis for all curriculum and instructional program development in the District.

A cyclical curriculum development process for all fields of study will provide a comprehensive evaluation of course content, an inclusive curriculum development process, a thoughtful implementation, revisions based on data, and time for program effectiveness to be realized. The cyclical curriculum development process includes three phases encompassing seven years of work. In Phase 2 the curriculum design team will determine the curriculum resources and professional learning needs that are critical to advance the curriculum development process to Phase 3. A budget assumption will be brought to the school board for approval annually during Phase 2.

Recommendation for additions or deletions to the established curriculum shall be reviewed by the chief academic officer and provided to the superintendent of schools and School Board for approval.

LEGAL REF:

  • Wisconsin Statutes
    • Sections 118.01 (Educational goals and expectations)
    • 118.30 (Pupil assessment)
    • 120.13 (School board powers)
    • 121.02(1)(k) &(L) (Sequential curriculum plan and instruction) Wisconsin Administrative Code
    • PI 8.01(2)(k) & (l) Curriculum and Instruction

CROSS REF:

  • 6100, Mission, Vision, Core Values and Strategic Goals
  • 6310, Elementary School Curriculum
  • 6610, Selection of Instructional Materials
  • 6620, Library Resources
  • Board-Adopted Academic Standards

AFFIRMED: September 24, 1991

REVISED:

  • November 8, 1994
  • October 13, 1998
  • January 29, 2002
  • December 20, 2011
  • June 25, 2013
  • December 15, 2015
  • August 27, 2019
  • July 27, 2021

Rule 6300 – Curriculum Development and Improvement

CURRICULUM IMPLEMENTATION FRAMEWORK Phase 1 Select High-Quality Instructional Materials The goal of Phase 1 is to select materials that align with district standards, support the vision of high-quality instruction, and meet the diverse needs of learners. Phase 2 Prepare to Implement The goal of Phase 2 is to create a clear map for successful curriculum implementation. Phase 3 Teach and Learn The goal of Phase 3 is to support teachers and principals in using curriculum to implement high quality instruction and increase student learning. . Plan the process. . Establish the vision. . Develop the rubric and prepare to review materials. . Review, pilot, and select materials. · Procure materials. . Set goals. · Make a plan for scheduling. pacing, and use. . Make a plan for assessment. . Establish a system to support teachers and leaders. . Support the use of curriculum: train, plan, and coach. · Gather and analyze data. · Celebrate and refine. Adapted from Instruction Partners Curriculum Support Guide Teaching and Learning April 2021