Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment | Somerville Public Schools

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About Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment

Under the leadership of Assistant Superintendent of Academics Dr. Jess Boston Davis, the Somerville Public Schools offer the following services in curriculum, instruction, and assessment across grades PK–12.

A wide variety of subjects and course offerings in core content subjects (English, Math, Social Studies, and Science) and specialist subjects (Art, Music, Library/Media Studies, Health/Physical Education, and World Languages)
Updated textbooks and instructional materials to support subjects and course offerings
Significant emphasis on research, critical thinking, and problem solving across all subjects
After-school programs that provide enrichment activities aligned with school system objectives
Local assessment programs for every student
A year-round schedule of professional development for our teachers to enhance skills

Classroom instruction is closely aligned with efforts in the Special Education Department, Multilingual Learners Education Department, Somerville Community Schools, and Somerville High School Counseling Department to ensure students have the individual attention and the time they need to maximize their potential.