In the world of education, some of the most important decisions regarding students are made in the curriculum and instruction office. Here, the guiding principles of what each district will offer students in the classroom are developed and implementation is begun. School leaders in this area of education carry a great deal of responsibility. So Ceres Unified School District considers itself fortunate that they have had the services of
Mary Jones, ACSA’s 2008 Curriculum and Instruction Administrator of the Year, for so long.
Curriculum, instruction and accountability leaders are the heart of public education. Their work is the nitty-gritty of the school system: what should students learn, and when? How should teachers deliver this learning? What is the best way to assess and evaluate this process? From developing student-centered, standards-based curriculum, to coordinating research-based professional learning opportunities, to working with state and federal policymakers to create fair assessments and accountability measures, these folks ensure California students thrive in a world-class learning environment and reach academic success.