• Curriculum & Instruction Department Staff:

      Dr. Maria Lawson-Davenport, Director of Curriculum & Instruction
      Dr. Katelyn Leitner,       Coordinator of Science Instruction
      Katrina Cary,       Coordinator of History & Social Studies Instruction
      Dr. Keisha Melvin,       Coordinator of Advanced Instruction & World Languages
      Dr. Jonita Shabazz,       Coordinator of English Instruction
      James Gunther, Facilitator of Health/Physical Education
      Kelly Greening, Coordinator of Math Instruction
      Dr. Joleen Neighbours, Coordinator of Fine & Performing Arts
      Rachele Hirsch-Brooks, STEM Specialist
      Kiersten Wright, History & Social Studies Specialist
      Dr. Edwina Roberts, Math Specialist
      Sarah Mohr, English/Dyslexia Specialist
      Rebecca Bradley, Math Specialist
      Sabrina Hayes, English/ELL Specialist


      C & I Vision:
      The vision of the SPS Curriculum & Instruction Department is to partner with teachers and staff to create inclusive learning communities in order to provide equitable, culturally responsive, and authentic learning experiences for all students which will empower them to embark on pathways to college and career readiness and global citizenship.

      C & I Goals:
      Support effective teaching and learning to maximize student success by:

      • Building teacher capacity in effective and engaging tier one instruction through professional development such as modeling, coaching, co-planning,

      • Supporting data-driven instructional decisions through data disaggregation and data discussion protocols

      • Supporting the creation of aligned instructional resources and balanced assessments

      • Support and strengthen evidence-based enrichment and remediation intervention strategies

      • Promoting nurturing, authentic and culturally relevant learning opportunities