BP 6190Evaluation of Instructional Programs

The School Board considers comprehensive evaluation of the effectiveness of instructional programs to be of primary importance for continuous improvement and growth in student achievement, and recognize that conducting such evaluation requires appropriation of adequate resources. For the purpose of this policy, instructional program evaluation is defined as the review of program goals, associated curricula, assessment measures, professional development, and District/building implementation. The goal of instructional program evaluation is to improve student achievement and other outcomes through regular review and updating of our curricula and programs.

The specific objectives of the review process are to:

• Promote adherence to the educational mission and goals of the District.
• Assess curricular/program strengths and weaknesses.
• Ascertain the consistency of curricula/programs with state and national standards.
• Maintain awareness of best practices and approaches in the literature and in benchmark districts.
• Provide information for budgeting and other District planning. Provide data for public information.
• Provide recommendation.