Cascade School Board Work Session—October 12, 2026

The Cascade School Board’s October 12, 2026 work session focused on district educational goals and program updates, including special education services, elementary literacy and writing, attendance, secondary academic achievement, and career readiness. Administrators described using I-Ready for reading as well as math, adopting a shared writing format across elementary schools, expanding staff and parent training, and supporting students through interventions and transition programs. The board also discussed the districtwide bell-to-bell student cellphone restriction and responsible use of AI in learning.

No contract awards, bids, vendor selections, spending approvals, or specific budget allocations were reported. The discussion included possible grant applications and interest in future investment in preschool learning, but no funding decisions or procurement actions were taken. Administrators asked for board support through school visits, engagement with students, and trust in staff expertise; the district superintendent also encouraged board members to ask questions and stay informed.