CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION
Curriculum and Instruction leads the development and effective implementation of a world-class curriculum through the quality teaching strategies. MSD Curriculum and Instruction promotes the Common Core Standards of Arkansas, supports instruction and assessment of the ACT Aspire through a variety of instructional resources, and facilitates professional learning for teachers and staff.
Support for Teachers and Students
The role of the Curriculum & Instruction Department is to support schools in the development of quality curriculum and the most effective instructional practices. Each student has a right to expect an educational program that provides for the achievement of knowledge and skills necessary for success in college and career. The services of the Curriculum & Instruction Department are fundamental components in providing a quality program for each of Marion's students.
The Curriculum & Instruction Department supports teachers and students through efforts such as the following:
facilitating development, adoption, and review of academic knowledge and skills in the curriculum standards
working with teachers and students to support instruction and assessment of the ACT Aspire and interim tests through a variety of resources
facilitating instructional materials review and adoption
providing professional development opportunities