6-2-26 Groton Board of Education Curriculum Committee Meeting

The Groton Board of Education Curriculum Committee held a remote meeting on June 2, 2026, focusing primarily on reviewing the district's strategic plan pillar to accelerate academic achievement through updated curricula and instructional coherence. Key procurement-related discussions included the research, piloting, and selection of new curriculum resources for mathematics (Illustrative Mathematics) and English Language Arts (Wit & Wisdom) for various grade levels, supported by funding from IB grants and Title I/II funds. The committee also reviewed and approved revisions to graduation requirements, curriculum writing and approval processes, and new course proposals, including potential robotics and manufacturing technology courses pending enrollment and purchase decisions. The committee emphasized ongoing curriculum updates, instructional walkthroughs, and professional learning to ensure alignment with standards and improve student outcomes. No specific contract awards or vendor names were mentioned, but the discussion indicated planned purchases related to new course materials and curriculum resources. The committee agreed to continue tracking curriculum development and implementation progress in the upcoming year.