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Meeting Date:
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10/28/2021 - 6:00 PM
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Category:
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Instruction & Programs - Votes
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Type:
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Action
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Subject:
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14.17 Approval of the Novel Study: The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao as Part of the Grade 12 LatinX Literature Course by the Newark Board of Education
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Strategic Plans:
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Priority 2.1 2.1 Develop and implement a pre-K through grade 12 inclusive curricula and assessments that elevate historically marginalized voices, strengthen and sustain a focus on the instructional core, and provide opportunities to learn about perspectives beyond one’s own scope. Priority 2.3 2.3 Develop a cognitive-learning approach to pedagogy and instruction that deepens understanding of the science of learning and centralizes knowledge building as core to improving the academic achievement of all students, including English language learners, students with special needs, and struggling learners. Priority 2.5 2.5 Integrate social-emotional learning (SEL) into the instructional program through curriculum design and professional development.
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Enclosure
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File Attachment:
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Summary:
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Whereas, the Newark Board of Education is committed to the continuing improvement of the educational program of the district; and
Whereas high school English teachers have authored a novel unit, The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao, as part of the Grade 12 LatinX Literature Course.
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Funding :
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No cost to district.
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Recommendation to the Board:
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BE IT RESOLVED, the Newark Board of Education approve the novel unit, The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao, as part of the Grade 12 LatinX Literature Course.
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Approvals:
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Recommended By:
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Signed By:
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Dr. Mary Ann Reilly - Assistant Superintendent
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Signed By:
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Nicole T. Johnson - Deputy Superintendent
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Signed By:
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Brenda Liss - General Counsel
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Signed By:
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Roger León - Superintendent
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Vote Results:
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| Original Motion | | Member A'Dorian Murray-Thomas Moved, Member Josephine Garcia seconded to approve the Original motion 'BE IT RESOLVED, the Newark Board of Education approve the novel unit, The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao, as part of the Grade 12 LatinX Literature Course.'. Upon a Roll-Call Vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 9 Nay: 0. | | The motion Carried 9 - 0 | | | | | Josephine Garcia | Yes | | Flohisha Johnson | Yes | | Dawn Haynes | Yes | | Asia J. Norton | Yes | | Shayvonne Anderson | Yes | | A'Dorian Murray-Thomas | Yes | | Hasani Council | Yes | | Vereliz Santana | Yes | | Daniel Gonzalez | Yes | |
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