NPSD School Board - Education. Curriculum & Instruction Committee Meeting 6-4-26

The NPSD School Board's Education, Curriculum & Instruction Committee met on June 4, 2026, focusing primarily on student travel approvals and extensive discussions on digital wellness, social emotional learning (SEL), bullying prevention, and elementary academic data. The committee approved student travel for North Penn High School students attending a national conference. Presentations highlighted the district's digital wellness initiative aimed at balancing screen time and promoting safe, responsible technology use, including AI literacy and data privacy. The board also reviewed the Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) framework and bullying prevention strategies, emphasizing proactive, data-driven interventions and mentorship programs. Additionally, detailed academic performance data for elementary students in math and ELA were presented, showcasing growth and achievement trends, use of benchmarking tools like I-Ready and STAR reading assessments, and the implementation of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) to tailor interventions. Public comments raised concerns about screen time and discipline effectiveness. No specific procurement, contracting, or budget decisions were discussed during this meeting.