The Westridge Community Council has finalized its membership and academic goals for the 2026-2027 school year, according to a September 29 report. The council is scheduled to meet on October 13, 2026, at 7:00 a.m. via Zoom.
Following a two-week open period from September 6 to September 16, where no individuals expressed interest in serving, the council did not hold an election during the September 17-21 window. Consequently, several members have agreed to serve for the 2026-2027 school year. Adrianne Woods, Nicole Martin, and Marilyn Chambers have all agreed to serve their first year of a two-year term. Tawnicia Stocking has agreed to serve her first year as the employee representative. Barbie Osorio DeSoto, Sara Southwick, and Will Perry are entering their second year of two-year terms.
The council has established specific academic goals for the 2026-2027 school year. The council aims for 80% of Kindergarten through 6th-grade students to make typical or above progress on the Acadience Pathways of Progress end-of-year assessment, which measures reading skills such as phonics and comprehension. Additionally, the council seeks a 3% increase in math scores for 3rd through 6th-grade students and a 3% increase in science scores for 4th through 6th-grade students, as measured by end-of-year RISE test data.
Total funding for the period is set at $111,764.26. These funds are intended to support para-educators providing remediation and extensions for students in Kindergarten through 6th grade. Building updates include the relocation of 2nd grade inside the building and the use of portables for music, orchestra/band, special education, and Kindness Club/Hope Squad.
New teaching staff includes Lahti for 3rd grade, Monga for 4th grade, and Rush for 6th grade. The school also utilizes various positive behavior programs such as Operation Wildcat and Kindness is Magic. Schoolland Trust provides resources and training related to these council activities.
The next community council meeting is scheduled for November 10 at 7:00 a.m. via Zoom.
