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C&I Audit

Summary of process:

Pearland ISD is committed to continuous improvement and ensuring that all students receive the highest quality education. As part of this commitment, the district recently participated in a comprehensive curriculum audit conducted by the Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA). This audit serves as a vital tool to assess the effectiveness of teaching, learning, and curriculum alignment within the district. By examining key areas such as curriculum design, instructional consistency, equity, and resource management, the audit provides valuable insights into our strengths and areas for growth.

The findings from the audit will guide Pearland ISD in refining our educational practices, ensuring that we remain aligned with state standards, and fostering innovation in teaching. Moving forward, the district will use the recommendations from the audit to enhance curriculum consistency, improve teacher support, and ensure equitable access to learning opportunities for all students. This focus on improvement will help us continue to provide a world-class education, preparing students to excel in an ever-changing global society.

The audit process for Pearland ISD, as outlined in the TASA Curriculum Audit, involved a thorough review of the district's teaching and learning systems. It aimed to assess how well the district manages curriculum design, development, implementation, and evaluation to ensure alignment with state standards and enhance student success.

Key steps in the audit included:
  1. Data Collection: The audit involved the collection of over 1,000 documents, interviews with 127 staff members, administrators, board members, and parents, as well as surveys from 3,264 respondents, including parents, teachers, and students. Additionally, auditors observed 361 classrooms and reviewed 917 student work artifacts.
  2. Focus Areas: The audit assessed five critical areas: District Vision and Accountability, Curriculum, Consistency and Equity, Feedback, and Productivity. These areas were analyzed to determine the effectiveness of the district’s systems in supporting student learning and efficient resource use.
  3. Audit Findings: Findings were detailed across these focus areas, highlighting strengths, and identifying areas needing improvement, such as curriculum development, instructional consistency, and equitable access to programs for all students.
  4. Recommendations: The audit provided recommendations to improve curriculum management, align district policies, and optimize the use of resources to enhance teaching and learning across the district​.

 

Intro to Executive Summary:

The Executive Summary of the Pearland ISD Curriculum Audit, conducted by the Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA), provides an overview of the audit’s findings and recommendations. The audit was designed to assess the district's management of its curriculum and instructional systems, ensuring they align with state standards and support student success.

Pearland ISD TASA Audit Executive Summary
Key elements of the audit included:
  • Data Collection: Over 1,000 documents were reviewed, 127 interviews were conducted with staff, administrators, board members, and parents, and 3,264 surveys were collected. The audit team also observed 361 classrooms and evaluated 917 student work artifacts.
  • Audit Focus Areas: The audit focused on five critical areas: Vision and Accountability, Curriculum, Consistency and Equity, Feedback, and Productivity. These areas were used to evaluate how well the district manages its resources to achieve its educational goals.
Findings:
  • The audit identified strengths such as Pearland ISD's strong community support, comprehensive academic and extracurricular offerings, and dedicated leadership and staff.
  • It also highlighted areas for improvement, including the need for more robust curriculum management, better alignment of instructional resources, and stronger connections between budget planning and instructional goals.
Recommendations:
  • Develop a comprehensive curriculum management plan to ensure consistency across all courses.
  • Improve instructional models to provide differentiated instruction and equitable access for all students.
  • Strengthen the use of assessments to inform teaching and improve learning outcomes.
  • Implement more efficient processes for selecting and evaluating programs to optimize resource use.

Overall, the audit offers a roadmap for Pearland ISD to strengthen its educational systems, ensuring a high-quality learning experience for all students.

Intro for surveys:

The survey process for the Pearland ISD audit was a key component in gathering broad-based feedback from various stakeholders. Over 3,264 survey responses were collected from parents, teachers, and students as part of the audit. These surveys were designed to assess perceptions and experiences related to curriculum effectiveness, instructional quality, and overall district performance. The feedback from these surveys, combined with other data sources such as interviews and classroom observations, provided a comprehensive understanding of how well the district’s educational systems are functioning and where improvements are needed. The survey responses were integral in identifying strengths and pinpointing areas where the district can enhance curriculum consistency, equity, and instructional support. Please review documents for summary of survey responses.