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New Springs Principal Unveils Recommendations To Address Lack of Proficiency in ELA and Math

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Springs School Principal Erik Kelt during the January 23 board of education meeting.

Springs School Principal Erik Kelt during the January 23 board of education meeting.

Comparing English language arts proficiency at Springs School in the 2018-19 school year to the 2022-23 school year. SPRINGS SCHOOL

Comparing English language arts proficiency at Springs School in the 2018-19 school year to the 2022-23 school year. SPRINGS SCHOOL

Comparing math proficiency at Springs School in the 2018-19 school year to the 2022-23 school year. SPRINGS SCHOOL

Comparing math proficiency at Springs School in the 2018-19 school year to the 2022-23 school year. SPRINGS SCHOOL

Desirée Keegan on Jan 24, 2024
Springs School is averaging a 50-50 split for proficiency in English language arts and math across all grade levels, so first-year Principal Erik Kelt is looking to make curriculum changes... more

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