• Curriculum & Instruction Department Staff:

    Dr. Katelyn Leitner, Director of Curriculum & Instruction
    Timeka Whitehead-Blick    , 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