TCAPS Board of Education Curriculum Committee 4.28.26

The TCAPS Board of Education Curriculum Committee met on April 28, 2026, to discuss updates and plans related to the district's curriculum and strategic goals. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the elementary mathematics curriculum, specifically the mid-contract relaunch of the Math Expressions program with a new publisher edition. The committee reviewed the early adopter process involving 14 teachers, professional development plans, and feedback mechanisms to support full implementation in the 2026-2027 school year. They also discussed the integration of an online platform component and the alignment of curriculum practices with district goals. Additionally, the committee addressed changes to the Michigan Merit curriculum requiring a combined economics and finance course for juniors, and previewed a new hands-on curriculum called Don Boarding, with a proposed $60,000 purchase for both high schools. Funding sources, including categorical funds like 31A and 31AA, were reviewed in relation to staffing and behavioral support programs. The meeting included public comment expressing concern about the effectiveness of the current math curriculum. No formal votes on procurement were recorded, but the upcoming purchase of the Don Boarding curriculum was noted for board finance consideration.