Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment

At Lewis Central Community School District, we believe all students deserve access to a high-quality education that prepares them for college, career, and life. This page provides an overview of the standards that guide our teaching, the instructional materials we use, and the ways we assess learning and engage families in the curriculum process.

Standards & Frameworks 

All curriculum is grounded in the Iowa Core, which defines essential skills and knowledge for literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, and 21st-century skills. Our work also incorporates research-based practices in teaching and learning, including:

• Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)
• Instructional coaching and teacher leadership
• Safe & Civil Schools (CHAMPS/STOIC)
• Solution Tree’s Behavior Solutions

Adopted Instructional Materials & Textbooks

Below is a summary of the core instructional resources in use in our district. All materials were selected through a rigorous review process to ensure alignment with standards, evidence of effectiveness, and usability by teachers and learners

Assessment & Data Use

We use multiple forms of assessment to guide instruction and monitor progress:

• Statewide Assessments – Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress (ISASP)
• District Benchmarks – Common assessments aligned to curriculum
• Formative Assessment – Ongoing checks for understanding in classrooms
• Panorama – Conditions for Learning and Social-Emotional Data

Data is reviewed in PLCs and leadership teams to identify strengths, gaps, and next steps.

Curriculum Review Cycle

We review each content area on a rotating cycle to ensure the curriculum remains aligned with state standards, research, and student needs.