Civil Municipal - May 2024

ensure that everyone understands the opportunities available. The district has seen significant growth in female participation in STEAM programming over the past two years, which Dr. Clardy attributes to this promotion, along with strong partnerships with area colleges.“We want to make sure that no matter what your gender, race, or circumstances in education, including socio-economic status, you have the appropriate access to the very strong programming and partnerships we have with Madison College and other places. I think we have one of the best high schools in terms of access to unique experiences and training for the longevity of the STEM-focused curriculum,” he adds. SUPPORTING THE DIVERSE NEEDS OF LEARNERS The district’s teaching approach prioritizes collaboration, as evidenced by a unique strategy that allows teachers to share best practices. “Our community has invested in late start Mondays in the Verona Area School District, where every Monday, our 245 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 05 VERONA AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT