ST. LOUIS BOARD OF EDUCATION POLICY
INSTRUCTION
ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE AND SECONDARY
Evaluation of the Instructional Program
Curriculum Evaluation
The Board of Education recognizes that the primary purpose of curriculum evaluation is to give direction for future planning; to continue favorable practices; or to modify less desirable aspects of the existing program.

The evaluation of the curriculum takes place as the growth and progress of student development is measured using accepted criteria. Teacher expectancy, class standards, local regional or national norms, and past individual performance may be used as a basis for judging student progress.

Since the curriculum consists of multiple learning experiences, it must be evaluated from data that describe the quality of its product, the validity or intent of its design and the variety and use of instructional materials.

The board shall therefore devise mechanisms to establish practical and useful patterns of program evaluation that examine the results and by-products of the educational program.

Policy adopted: June 26, 1990

Revised: December 07, 1999

R6180.1

ST. LOUIS BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULATION
INSTRUCTION
ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE AND SECONDARY
Evaluation of the Instructional Program
Curriculum Evaluation

The evaluation of the curriculum shall be a continuous process under the auspices of the associate superintendent for site support/instructional and leadership. The revision of curriculum for specified levels (K-5, 6-8, 9-12) shall be planned, developed, and implemented during appropriate cycles. The decision to revise curricula shall take into account the following considerations:

financial resources of the district;
prevailing Board of Education philosophy and goals;
changing needs of students;
requirements imposed by the State Department of Education;
changing trends and approaches to learning and teaching;
date of copyright of texts and/or significant supplementary materials;
newly formed alternative, magnet, vocational, or specialized schools or programs.

Provisions shall be made for the revision of curricula for exceptional students in cooperation with the appropriate professional staff and advisory groups.

Adherence to guidelines will be required as a condition of continued participation in federally-financed programs.

References

cf: Policy and Regulation 6141.1 Curriculum Design--Pilot, Experimental and Innovative Programs
Policy and Regulation 6171.2 Curriculum Extensions -- Instruction of Atypical Students-Special Education
Regulation 6171.2.1 Curriculum Extensions -- Instruction of Atypical Students-Gifted
Regulation R6176 Curriculum Extensions -- Vocational-Technical Education

Regulation approved: June 26, 1990

Revised: December 07, 1999