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Northampton Public Schools reported a $250,000 Partnership for Reading Success grant for JFK, matched by $60,000 in capital funds, to support English curriculum materials and professional development. A curriculum pilot decision was scheduled for March 26, with classroom observations planned for May.
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The grant will help JFK improve English instruction through new curriculum materials, staff training, and support from instructional specialists. Teachers will have some discretion in using the materials, but the district must ensure students receive the required instruction. The committee also discussed technology use, including efforts to assess student screen time and a five-year, $1 million Chromebook replacement projection.
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