About

Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment

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The Office of Curriculum Instruction and Assessment's scope of primary responsibilities include: 

1. The ongoing development, monitoring, and evaluation of all curriculum from pre-kindergarten through graduation. 
2. The ongoing development, monitoring, and evaluation of all curriculum based assessments that support our ability to monitor student performance relative to established performance standards. 
3. The ongoing development of comprehensive professional learning opportunities for all faculty and staff in the Dedham Public Schools. 
4. The ongoing development, monitoring and evaluation of the district's program for English Language Learners (ELL). 
5. The ongoing development, monitoring, and evaluation of the district's pre-referral student support services. 
6. Strategic coordination with the Office of Special Education to ensure a comprehensive approach to teaching and learning that supports all learners. 
7. The ongoing development and annual review of the District Curriculum Accommodation Plan. 
8. Developing and executing a comprehensive five year plan for curriculum review. 
9. Coordination of educational programing for families who select to home school their children. 
10. Programming and support for homeless students. 
11. The general monitoring of existing program efficacy as well as research and development of new and innovative programs. 
12. The development, implementation, and monitoring of state and federal grants 
13. Compliance with all relevant state and federal regulations.