Elementary schools have also implemented multigrade advisory structures, sometimes referred to as “families,” where students across grade levels meet regularly, strengthening connection, peer belonging, and adult-student relationships. In the district’s view, these systems are not separate from academic success; they are essential to creating the conditions where students feel known, valued, and able to take learning risks. Looking ahead, district leadership sees several priorities coming into sharper focus over the next 18 to 24 months. Completing the capital project work remains central, as facility upgrades move from early execution to visible outcomes. Expanding partnerships and pathways will remain a parallel focus, strengthening the district’s connection to regional economic needs and student opportunity. Another emerging priority is artificial intelligence and the broader question of how schools integrate AI responsibly and strategically. Robidoux describes the current moment as a foundational year for AI in specialized care and reintegration planning. A key innovation in the district’s approach to student well-being and belonging is its Whole Student Review process. Robidoux describes this as a system designed to help educators understand students beyond test scores and achievement data. He offered an example of a middle-to-high school transition initiative where eighth graders visited the high school and were paired with student ambassadors. Through interviews and activities, ambassadors collected information about student interests and strengths, which later informed handwritten letters inviting new students into extracurricular opportunities aligned with their passions.The district also captured portrait-of-a-learner reflections and student self-perceptions, integrating them into a dashboard accessible to teachers. The dashboard includes scholar profiles, strengths, strategies, and family narratives about students, helping educators personalize support and build stronger relationships. 332 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 07, ISSUE 02
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