Board of Education Retreat: March 09, 2026

The FMS Board of Education held a retreat on March 9, 2026, focusing extensively on student outcome goals, strategic planning, and governance frameworks. The board discussed setting measurable proficiency goals in math, reading, and science to be achieved by spring 2029, with interim goals and assessment strategies to be developed by August 2026. They emphasized the importance of accurate and consistent data collection, including district-level assessments and teacher-assigned grades, to monitor progress. The board also addressed equity concerns related to resource allocation and compliance with the Yazi Martinez ruling. Additionally, they adopted a community engagement plan featuring two annual sessions—one for listening in the fall and one for reporting progress in the spring—to enhance transparency and community involvement in student outcomes. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were made during this meeting, but the discussions on assessment strategies and resource allocation may influence future procurement activities related to educational materials and data systems.