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Literacy Scores Surge, but Algebra Remains a Challenge: Albion Board Reviews Year-End Academic Data

2024-06-03 · 3495 words
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Key Actions & Decisions

  • Approved Personnel Changes: Accepted the resignation of High School Assistant Principal Paul Gilbert, effective June 30.
  • New Hires: Appointed Laura Maier as Elementary School Registered Professional Nurse ($50,000 salary + $1,000 stipend) and Thomas O’Donnell as Middle School Counselor.
  • Literacy Data: Elementary School Principal Angela Conway reported a 13% increase in K-5 students reading at grade level (rising from 47% to 60%).
  • Safety Upgrades: The Health & Safety Committee reported the installation of exterior signage with door numbers to assist first responders on the single campus.
  • Policy Updates: Approved the "Guidelines for Board of Education Members and Administrators" and the "ACS New Board Member Orientation Manual."
  • Athletic Recognition: Celebrated the Boys' Track & Field team for their 5th consecutive Niagara Orleans League Championship and the "School of Excellence" status.

The Albion Board of Education reviewed year-end data Monday showing significant gains in elementary literacy, while high school math scores remain a concern. The Board also approved several new hires, including a new Elementary School nurse and a Middle School counselor.

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Mickey Edwards (Albion CSD Superintendent) Jennifer Ashbery (Albion High School Principal) Wayne Wadhams (President, Albion CSD Board of Education) Brad Pritchard (Albion Middle School Principal) Angela Conway (Albion Elementary School Principal) Jami Allport (Village Trustee) Rebecca Manfreda (Albion CSD Assistant Superintendent for Instruction) Linda Weller (Albion CSD Board of Education President) Gregory Bennett (Deputy Mayor, Village of Albion)