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Tecumseh Local Schools

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Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment

At the heart of our district's commitment to educational excellence lies the Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Department. We are dedicated to fostering a high-quality learning environment by providing comprehensive support across all subject areas. Our mission is to ensure that every student receives an engaging and effective education that meets their unique needs. We focus on several key areas:

  • Curriculum: We study, evaluate, and implement research-based curricula that align with best practices and the latest educational research. Our goal is to provide students with a rich and diverse learning experience.
  • Instructional:  We strive to enhance teaching strategies and support innovative practices. All professional developments are geared toward learning and mastering the most effective instructional practices.
  • Assessment: We work to improve our instructional programs by assisting with program evaluations and ensuring that assessments are meaningful and aligned with district goals. This includes state, district, and program assessments. This approach helps us measure student progress effectively and make data-driven decisions.

Our department is committed to supporting educators through targeted professional development and resources, ensuring that all staff members are equipped to deliver high-quality instruction. We believe that strong curriculum, instruction, and assessment are vital for student success. Thank you for visiting our page! We look forward to working collaboratively with all educators and stakeholders to create an inspiring and effective learning environment for our students. If you have any questions or need further support, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Curriculum Director

Ms. Beth Moore

Email: beth.more@tecumsehlocal.org

State Report Card At a Glance:

Overall Tecumseh Local Schools received 3.5 stars which designates the district meets state standards.

More Detailed Information

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  • This component represents whether student performance on state tests met established thresholds and how well students performed on tests overall.

    Our rating: Meets state standards in academic achievement.

    This shows how well students are performing on state tests compared to the standards set by Ohio. Tecumseh Local Schools earned 3 stars, which means we’re meeting state expectations in this area, but there is room for improvement.

  • This component looks closely at the growth all students are making based on their past performances.

    Our Rating: Significant evidence that the district exceeded student growth expectations.

    Progress measures how much students are learning and growing from year to year. We earned 4 stars, which means there is significant evidence that our students are making more progress than expected. This is a big success for the district!

  • The Gap Closing Component is a measure of the reduction in educational gaps for student groups.

    Our Rating: Meets state standards in closing educational gaps.

    This rating shows how well the school is helping to close learning gaps between different groups of students, like economically disadvantaged students or students with disabilities. We earned 3 stars, which means we're meeting state standards in this area.

  • The Graduation Component is a measure of the four-year adjusted cohort graduation rate and the five year adjusted cohort graduation rate.

    Our Rating: Needs support to meet state standards in graduation rates.

    This area looks at how many students graduate on time. Tecumseh Local Schools received 2 stars in this area, meaning there’s room for improvement. The district is focusing on strategies to help more students graduate on time.

  • The Early Literacy Component is a measure of reading improvement and proficiency for students in kindergarten through third grade.

    Our Rating: MEets state standard in early literacy (K-3).

    This category looks at how well our youngest students (kindergarten through 3rd grade) are learning to read. We earned 3 stars, meaning we’re meeting expectations, but we know early literacy is an area where continued focus is needed, especially in some schools.

  • This component looks at how well-prepared Ohio's students are for future opportunities, whether training in a technical field or preparing for work or college.