Board Work Session | September 15, 2026

The Rochester City School District Board of Education held a work session on September 15, 2026, focusing extensively on governance and policy matters, including the management and use of the board question log to ensure efficient administration support. The board discussed updates to several district policies, including those related to student admissions and child abuse reporting, with motions passed to move certain policies into first readings for further review. Significant attention was given to academic performance data, highlighting preliminary year-end results showing flat or declining proficiency in ELA, math, and science, and a modest increase in graduation rates. The board discussed strategies to improve student outcomes, including instructional coaching and curriculum revisions. A major procurement-related topic was the recommendation to adopt the Amplify CKLA and Caminos curricula for K-5 ELA and Spanish Language Arts, following a competitive RFP process, with plans for phased implementation and professional development. The board also reviewed liaison assignments and external committee roles, and received a presentation on the district's AI literacy initiatives, including professional learning and pilot programs for staff and students. Several operational resolutions were considered, with some pulled for further discussion. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters.