Curriculum & Programming Board Committee Meeting (June 17, 2026)

The Riverside Local Schools Curriculum & Programming Board Committee meeting on June 17, 2026, focused primarily on reviewing preliminary student performance data over the past five years, highlighting growth in math and language arts proficiency, particularly with the implementation of new curricula such as CPM for middle school math and Benchmark for ELA. The committee discussed professional development investments, including training a math coach to support ongoing curriculum implementation. They also addressed challenges with certain grade-level performance dips and the impact of legislative changes requiring intervention for students scoring at limited proficiency levels. Additionally, the committee considered behavioral multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) and the need for board approval to explore and implement behavioral support programs, emphasizing the importance of vetting curriculum materials to avoid controversy. The meeting included discussion of Senate Bill 19, which mandates interventions and advanced opportunities in math and ELA, and the committee planned to present related policy updates to the board. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were made during this meeting, but there was mention of budget considerations for professional development and curriculum support.