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Board Action Update
Saint Paul Public Schools
Board of Education meeting
February 15, 2011
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In this update:
Strong Schools, Strong Communities update First quarter Districtwide discipline report School name change
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Strong Schools, Strong Communities update
The Board of Education received information regarding student performance by demographic group. The presentation reiterated that the District has pockets of excellence but only half of the students are proficient in reading and math. It also reiterated the predictable pattern of lower achievement for students:
- Having a household income of less than $50,000 and
- African American, American Indian or English Language Learner students
To view a copy of the presentation, click here.
First quarter Districtwide discipline report
The Board was received information about first quarter and trend data regarding Districtwide suspension rates. The data will be used in Districtwide efforts, such as Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports, to reduce the suspension rates and improve the achievement of students. To view the presentation, click here.
School name change
The Board voted to approve a name change for the schools currently known as Hayden Heights Elementary and Prosperity Heights Elementary. Effective July 1, 2011, the schools will be known by the name The Heights Community School.
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This update is a service of the Office of Communications of Saint Paul Public Schools. Please direct questions or comments to communications@spps.org or by phone to 651-767-8110.
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