Curriculum Review Cycle
The Newton Public Schools Curriculum Review Committee is a representation of district and school leaders and staff who engage in a systematic, ongoing process for evaluating and developing curriculum throughout the district in all grade levels and content areas by participating in the four phases of curriculum development:
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Self Study: Assess, Research & Plan (one year)
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Design, Redesign and Pilots (one year)
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Professional Development & Implementation (one year)
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Monitor, Refine & Evaluate (two years)
Elements for Effective Curriculum Development:
In developing effective curriculum, Newton Public Schools has identified eight focus areas that guides this work:
- Focus 1: Alignment
- Focus 2: Clarity
- Focus 3: Structural Coherence
- Focus 4: Defined Learning Expectations
- Focus 5: Scaffolds and Supports
- Focus 6: High Quality Resources & Best Practices
- Focus 7: A Variety of Quality Assessments
- Focus 8: Curriculum Review Process